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Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation for Depressed Mood

Posted on January 10, 2018 by JLake

Introduction Transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) also called microcurrent electrical stimulation or cranioelectrotherapy stimulation (CES), is a technique that applies extremely weak electrical current to the head and neck to treat mental health problems. In a recent blog post I … Continue reading →

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DHEA is effective against depressed mood but not cognitive impairment or psychosis

Posted on November 30, 2017 by JLake

What it is and how it works in the brain Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) is a precursor of testosterone and other hormones. The sulfated form of DHEA—DHEA-S—is the most abundant steroid in the body. DHEA is an important neuroactive steroid and modulates … Continue reading →

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