PTSD

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Reaction to traumatic events can lead to post-traumatic stress disorder

Over thinking on trauma makes kids prone to developing PTSD.

20 Oct 2019 12:23 PM

Depression, psychosis and bipolar disorder were also linked to cardiovascular events such as heart attack and stroke. (Photo: ANI)

Mental health disorders more prone in war veterans

Veterans dealing with specific mental health disorders prone to heart attack, stroke.

25 Sep 2019 12:46 PM

PTSD is associated with an increased risk of type 2 diabetes, which may be explained by the high prevalence of obesity. (Photo: ANI)

PTSD treatment can also reduce risk of type 2 diabetes

Decrease in PTSD symptom may lower Type 2 diabetes risk: Study.

23 Aug 2019 11:20 AM

Inside our brains, a cashew-shaped structure called the hippocampus stores the sensory and emotional information that makes up memories, whether they are positive or negative. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Now, teach your brain to suppress bad memories

Manipulating memories could become a reality someday: Study.

25 May 2019 12:02 PM

PTSD diagnosis is most often determined by clinical interview or a self-report assessment, both inherently prone to biases. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Artificial intelligence can diagnose PTSD: Study

More than 70 per cent of adults worldwide experience a traumatic event at some point in their lives.

23 Apr 2019 11:56 AM

According to the study, the children who didn't recover well were those that reported spending a lot of time trying to make sense of their trauma. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Children who 'overthink' their trauma develop PTSD

Many children who experience a severe traumatic stress can get stuck in it by thinking too much about it.

27 Mar 2019 2:45 PM

The questionnaires probed for signs and symptoms of psychological disorders.

ICU stay can lead to depression, says study

Study showed more than half of former ICU patients reported symptoms of psychological disorders, including anxiety, depression and PTSD.

24 Nov 2018 9:35 AM

The most common treatment for PTSD is a process known as prolonged exposure psychotherapy. (Photo: Pixabay)

Transcendental meditation helps conflict veterans with PTSD, says study

Post traumatic stress disorder, a debilitating condition that can lead to psychosis, bipolar disorder or suicidal and homicidal thoughts.

17 Nov 2018 8:56 AM

They were all extracted on July 10, ending an ordeal that had the world holding its breath for their safe return. (Photo: File/AP)

Thai boys rescued from cave to be discharged from hospital on Thursday

Children, parents have been advised to spend time with friends, family, not to give media interviews as that could 'trigger PTSD symptoms'.

14 Jul 2018 2:48 PM

Advances in neurobiology and behavioural science are needed for truly targeted, innovative, robust treatments and prevention. (Photo: Pixabay)

Pointers to deal with post-traumatic stress disorder

Psychotherapy approaches addressed the underlying dysfunctions of fear extinction and emotion regulation.

10 May 2018 5:18 PM

How music can help heal military personnel

Music therapy is a dynamic treatment method for service members recovering from the invisible wounds of war.

20 Mar 2018 7:18 PM

The analysis also showed that cancer patients are about three times more likely to commit suicide than the general population. (Photo: Pixabay)

Urological cancer patients at five times higher suicide risk

In bladder and prostate cancer, this ratio drops to one suicide for every 7 attempts.

18 Mar 2018 5:20 PM

According to trials, it is suggested that being around stressed people can alter the brain in the same way as when one is overloaded at work. (Photo: AFP)

Study finds stress alters brain and is contagious

Scientists who conducted experiment on rats further add that results could prove true for humans.

13 Mar 2018 4:43 PM

The ability to sense another's emotional state is a key part of creating and building social bonds. (Photo: Pixabay)

Stress can be contagious: study

We readily communicate our stress to others, sometimes without even knowing it.

10 Mar 2018 6:21 PM

Some veterans suffering from PTSD are so fearful that they rarely leave their homes. (Photo: Pixabay)

Study finds horseback riding may relieve army men’s PTSD symptoms

Many combat veterans develop PTSD, an overactive fear memory that triggers disturbing thoughts, feelings and dreams.

05 Mar 2018 8:47 AM

Some military veterans experience PTSD symptoms for 40 or 50 years, and therapeutic horseback riding is a viable complimentary therapy. (Photo: Pixabay)

Horseback riding may relieve combat vets’ PTSD symptoms

A prior recent study of yoga in people suffering from PTSD showed that long-term benefits were seen after continued yoga practice.

03 Mar 2018 11:04 AM

The study, known as PACT, did find a lower rate of new or worsening suicidal thoughts among prazosin recipients. (Photo: Pixabay)

Common drug for PTSD doesn’t stem nightmares, sleep problems in veterans

Recipients show no significant reduction in recurrent nightmares or easier sleep compared to veterans receiving placebo.

08 Feb 2018 8:01 AM

Although PTSD is primarily known to develop in individuals following a traumatic event such as a serious accident or natural disaster. (Photo: Pixabay)

One-fifth of cancer survivors suffer from PTSD: study

To these patients, seeking help for the emotional issues they face is akin to admitting weakness.

20 Nov 2017 4:44 PM

The study further elaborates that many of them are turning to drink and drugs in order to cope and in the long run have a lower level of overall happiness. (Photo: Pixabay)

Depression in women often caused by sexual harassment in office

Study finds women are suffering anxiety, depression, eating disorders and PTSD after being victimized at their work places.

18 Nov 2017 11:15 AM

A region at the front of the brain known as the prefrontal cortex is known to play a key role in controlling our actions. (Photo: Pixabay)

Brain chemicals that help avoid unwanted thoughts identified

Research may pave way for treating patients of PTSD, depression or schizophrenia.

06 Nov 2017 8:39 AM

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