Tag: chronic stress
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WHAT IS THE ROLE OF THE GUT MICROBIOME IN DEPRESSION?
Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) is a debilitating mental health condition that affects millions of individuals worldwide. Recent research has shed light on the role of proinflammatory cytokines, specifically IL-1β and IL-6, in the neuroinflammatory response and their potential contribution to the etiology (i.e., cause of a disease) of MDD. This article explores the intricate relationship…
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THE PROFOUND IMPACT OF STRESS ON THE BRAIN: UNDERSTANDING THE SCIENCE BEHIND THE STRAIN
Stress is an integral part of our lives, and while some level of stress can be beneficial, excessive and chronic stress can have a detrimental impact on our overall well-being, particularly on the brain. Recent scientific research has shed light on the profound effects of stress on the brain, unveiling a complex interplay between our…
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CHRONIC STRESS CAN PERMANENTLY IMPAIR OUR ABILITY TO LEARN NEW MOVEMENTS
Chronic social stress damages the connections between brain cells in the motor cortex resulting in impaired movements and inability to learn new sets of movements.
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ACTIVITY OF THE LOCUS COERULEUS CONTRIBUTES TO PATHOLOGICAL ANXIETY
This article discusses the role of the Locus coeruleus in the generation of pathological anxiety.
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CAN STRESS BE GOOD FOR US?
Stress can have a positive or negative impact on the person depending on what type it is.