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Scientists aim to decode genetic roots of mental illness – World News Network
To get to the bottom of this, the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) initiated a consortium called SSPsyGene (sspsygene.ucsc.edu) in 2023, uniting research teams from renowned US universities with the joint goal of characterising the genetic origins of NPD, focusing on 250 selected high-risk genes.
Study finds combination of ‘Siddha’ drugs can reduce Anemia in adolescent girls – World News Network
A recent study published in the reputed Indian Journal of Traditional Knowledge (IJTK) by researchers conducting the PHI-Public Health Initiative claims that the use of the 'Siddha' drugs reduces anaemia among adolescent girls.
Cognitive behavioral therapy improves brain circuits to relieve depression – World News Network
One of the most popular therapies for depression is cognitive behavioural therapy, which can help people learn coping mechanisms for common problems, reinforce positive actions, and challenge negative thinking. But can thinking and acting differently result in long-lasting brain changes?
Study finds how oral bacteria can aggravate rheumatoid arthritis – World News Network
Periodontal disease, which is most commonly caused by the growth and deposition of bacterial biofilm around the teeth, can eventually lead to tooth loss if not treated properly. Interestingly, the inflammatory effects of periodontal bacteria can extend well beyond the mouth, resulting in systemic consequences. Several decades of clinical research…
Low-impact yoga, exercise can help older women manage urinary incontinence – World News Network
Older women suffering from urine incontinence can benefit from frequent, low-impact exercise, including yoga, stretching, and strengthening, according to a new study.
Study finds how infections after hip replacement increases risk of death – World News Network
ccording to new research, patients who experience a periprosthetic joint infection (PJI) following a total hip replacement have a five-fold greater risk of death within a ten-year period.