NIHR Maudsley BRC Blog

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MRI scans predict risk of relapse in major depressive disorder

New research could allow people in remission from major depressive disorder to predict whether they are likely to have another episode of depression in future.

By NIHR Maudsley BRC at 31 Oct 2015

Research with victims of human trafficking highlights complex mental health needs

Patients treated by the South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust (SLaM) have participated in research providing the first clinical evidence of the effects of human trafficking on mental health.

By NIHR Maudsley BRC at 19 Oct 2015

Brain inflammation linked to schizophrenia

Inflammation in the brain is linked to a greater risk of schizophrenia, according to a new study part-funded by the NIHR Maudsley Biomedical Research Centre (BRC).

By NIHR Maudsley BRC at 16 Oct 2015

Text mining reveals link between negative symptoms and hospital stay schizophrenia

Research from the NIHR Maudsley Biomedical Research Centre (BRC) has found that people with schizophrenia who experience negative symptoms are more likely to be admitted to hospital, and to stay in hospital for longer.

By NIHR Maudsley BRC at 9 Sep 2015