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Wednesday, October 22, 2008

PTSD Related Research

New study suggests that high-dose hormone treatment might reduce risk for PTSD 10/22/08. Cortisol helps our bodies cope with stress, but what about its effects on the brain? A new study by Cohen and colleagues, appearing in the Oct. 15 issue of Biological Psychiatry, suggests that the answer to this question is complex. Elsevier via Eurekalert!

Memories selectively, safely erased in mice 10/22/08.
New and old memories have been selectively and safely removed from mice by scientists. "While memories are great teachers and obviously crucial for survival and adaptation, selectively removing incapacitating memories, such as traumatic war memories or an unwanted fear, could help many people live better lives," says Dr. Joe Z. Tsien, brain scientist and co-director of the Brain & Behavior Discovery Institute at the Medical College of Georgia School of Medicine. Medical College of Georgia via Eurekalert!

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