It's Elementary
African American grade-school boys have more symptoms of depression than their classmates, and difficulties in class may be why. Studies show that their grades are lower and they feel worse about their academic performance.
Keen Genes
A tiny variation in the gene that codes for a class of serotonin receptors may explain why some people can tolerate antidepressants well and others can't.
Defeating Fear
Facing intense bursts of stress-provoking stimuli may be a more effective way to overcome phobias than gradual reintroduction to the feared situation, UCLA researchers find.
The Pathways of Pain
At least in fibromyalgia patients, pain and depression appear to be two distinct processes. Those who suffer from chronic pain and depression do not process pain differently from those without depression.
