Researchers have discovered molecular mechanisms that may underlie a woman’s susceptibility to disabling irritability, sadness, and anxiety in the days leading up to her menstrual period....
3rd Truman State Suicide
A Truman State University student from St. Peters was found dead Thursday morning at a fraternity house. Joshua Thomas, 18,...
Science News » Revealed: LSD Docked in its Human Brain Target
Scientists have discovered the molecular structure of LSD in its human brain receptor....
Science News » Higher Death Rate Among Youth with First Episode Psychosis
A new study shows that young people with first episode psychosis have a much higher death rate than previously thought. Researchers looked at people aged 16-30 and found that the group died at a rate at least 24 times greater than the same age group in the general population....
Science News » Sleep May Trim Neural Connections to Restore Learning Ability
Sleep may be the price we pay for the ability to learn. It streamlines neural connections for optimal efficiency. ...
Science News » Avenevoli Named NIMH Deputy Director
Dr. Shelli Avenevoli has been named deputy director of NIMH....
Science News » A Third of Suspect Mutations in ASD Just “Noise”
Researchers have narrowed suspected genetic causes of autism and related developmental disabilities by ruling out what they call the “noise of benign variation.”...
Science News » Delayed Walking May Signal Spontaneous Gene Anomalies in Autism
Researchers have discovered a pattern of genetic glitches and behavioral features, such as delayed walking, in some cases of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) that could ultimately lead to identification of subgroups and improved treatment....