Depression: A Combination of Environmental, Psycho…
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Problems like anxiety and depression are caused by psychological and environmental factors, and are known to be influenced by genetic proclivities. However, it is still not clear how each factor affects the brains functions to induce anxious and depressive symptoms. To shed light on these interactions, a team from the Centre ?motion-Rem?diation et R?alit? Virtuelle (Center for Emotion Remediation and Virtual Reality, CNRS / UPMC / CHU Piti? Salp?tri?re) has investigated the amygdala, a part of the brain that is hyperactive in individuals suffering from anxiety and depression. The researchers have shown that its activity…
