Some interesting research
is reported in New Scientist which challenges the notion that happiness is largely genetic and generally returns to certain set-point for each person. The new study found that various lifestyle choices, such as choice of partner, family relationships or levels of altruism can affect long-term happiness.
Meanwhile, the government
has announced new measures to help soldiers returning from Iraq or Afghanistan suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder, which has to be good news.
Deep brain stimulation, in which electrodes are used to stimulate parts of the brain, could be beneficial in the treatment of OCD, a
very small study (16 people) suggests. More research needed, I'm sure.
There has also been
a 3.5% increase in the number of people being detained under the Mental Health Act, which one can only imagine is a result of the personal fallout of tough economic times.
Read the complete post at http://www.communitycare.co.uk/blogs/mental-health/2010/10/deep-brain-stimulation-more-he.html
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