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Depression-induced inflammation during pregnancy may impact newborns

The physiological impacts of depression on pregnant mothers may affect babies while in the womb and lead to changes in the behaviour and biology of newborns, finds new NIHR funded research. 

By NIHR Maudsley BRC at 19 Jul 2018

Engaging in physical activity decreases people’s chance of developing depression

An international team, including a researcher funded by the NIHR Maudsley Biomedical Research Centre, have found physical activity can protect against the emergence of depression, regardless of age and geographical region.

By NIHR Maudsley BRC at 25 Apr 2018

Bipolar Disorder researchers awarded international grant

The European Union’s Horizon 2020 Research and Innovation programme has given R-Link €7.7m for a cohort trial of lithium initiation, the results of which could provide people with bipolar disorder and clinicians better and more accurate information to make appropriate decisions regarding prescription of  lithium.

By NIHR Maudsley BRC at 25 Jan 2018

Carmine Pariante receives prestigious research grant

Professor Carmine Pariante from the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience (IoPPN), has been awarded a Distinguished Investigator Grant by the Brain & Behavior Research Foundation.

By NIHR Maudsley BRC at 13 Dec 2017

Omega-3 fatty acids improve symptoms in children and adolescents with ADHD

New research finds that fish oil supplements improve inattention, hyperactivity and other behavioural and cognitive symptoms in children and adolescents with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). 

By NIHR Maudsley BRC at 28 Jul 2017