r/psychology

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One small 2006 trial of just 40 kids in Iran may have tipped the scales in favour of prescribing Prozac for childhood depression. When researchers removed its suspicious data from major medical reviews, Prozac's huge advantage over placebo vanished, and the team say guidelines now need a fresh look.

nature.com
u/mvea — 10 days ago
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The Aging Brain Isn't Declining – It's Adapting. Study Suggests the Aging Brain Reorganizes Itself to Prioritize Knowledge and Social Connections Over Detailed Memories.

sciencealert.com
u/FreeHugs23 — 12 days ago

Early neglect may disrupt how the brain fine-tunes itself during adolescence. These altered brain dynamics were associated with poorer performance on a task requiring attention and self-control.

psypost.org
u/FreeHugs23 — 10 days ago

Small Trial Finds One Dietary Change May Ease Depression Symptoms in Just 4 Weeks. Cutting ultra-processed foods may improve depression symptoms.

sciencealert.com
u/FreeHugs23 — 11 days ago