New Study in Mice Finds that a Single Night without Sleep Can Alleviate Depression for Several Days

A recent study conducted by scientists from Northwestern University suggests that even a single night of sleep deprivation can have long-lasting positive effects on mood. The researchers found that during the initial phase of sleep loss, dopamine levels in the brain increased and synaptic plasticity was enhanced. This rewiring of the brain created a sustained […]

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New Study Shows ChatGPT Outperforms Real Doctors in Providing Medical Advice on Depression

ChatGPT Outperforms Primary Care Physicians in Depression Treatment, New Study Finds In a recent study comparing ChatGPT (versions 3.5 and 4) with primary care physicians, AI tools were found to provide better therapeutic recommendations for the treatment of depression. The findings, published in the open access journal Family Medicine and Community Health, emphasize the potential […]

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Study Offers Insight Into the Delayed Effects of Antidepressants

Title: Study Reveals The Fascinating Reason Behind Delayed Action of Antidepressants By Pierre Herubel For individuals battling depression, antidepressants offer a ray of hope. However, these medications, known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), have puzzled doctors and researchers for their delayed action. Patients often have to wait weeks before experiencing any improvement in their […]

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