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New Syndrome Expands on Possible Causes of Sudden Onset OCD in Kids

A National Institutes of Health scientist has identified a new syndrome that affects children and teens who suddenly develop obsessive […]

Keeping a Tab on Alcohol Limits Consumption

Interesting article on PsycCentral. A new study published online in the journal Addiction looked at prior clinical trials to learn […]

Fear and Anxiety

“..fear and anxiety are probably the most tractable scientifically… scientists are making progress in understanding the brain mechanisms underlying both […]

Burnout in the workplace

Richard Hawkey and Clinicl Psychologist Dr Colinda Linde talk about recovering from burnout and depression on the TV show “Hello […]

Depression and Pain

3-D structure of brain’s ‘pleasure molecules’ could help combat depression and addiction. Read more…

Treating Inflammation with Computerized Nerve Stimulation

Read more here.

Depression explained

Watch this clip to learn more about depression.

Depressie is ‘n biologiese siekte

Depressie is ‘n biologiese siekte. Sien brief in Die Burger van 13 Maart 2012.

Brain Awareness Week

The MHIC is doing its part for Brain Awareness Week 2012!

New Insights Into the Adolescent Brain

Read more about the adolescent brain

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