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Study examines possible effect of excessive sugar intake on ADHD, bipolar disorder and aggressive behaviours

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From the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus press release: New research suggests that conditions such as attention deficit hyperactivity syndrome (ADHD), bipolar disorder, and even aggressive behaviors may be… Read more »

Study suggests risk of psychotic disorders has disease-specific brain effects

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From the Elsevier press release: Brain abnormalities in people at familial risk of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder emerge in unique patterns, despite the symptom and genetic overlap of the disorders,… Read more »

Study suggests many psychiatric disorders have heightened impulsivity

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From the McMaster University press release: Individuals with many different psychiatric disorders have a higher tendency to choose smaller, immediate rewards over larger, delayed rewards, a study led by Hamilton… Read more »

Study suggests brain training may help bipolar patients with cognitive skills

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From the McLean Hospital press release: Researchers at McLean Hospital, an affiliate of Harvard Medical School, have discovered for the first time that computerized brain training can result in improved… Read more »

Study suggests bright light therapy at midday may help with symptoms of bipolar and depression

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From the Northwestern University press release: Daily exposure to bright white light at midday significantly decreased symptoms of depression and increased functioning in people with bipolar disorder, a recent Northwestern… Read more »

Mechanism identified for resilience in people with high risk of bipolar disorder

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From The Mount Sinai Hospital / Mount Sinai School of Medicine press release: Researchers from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai have identified a brain mechanism in siblings of… Read more »