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Posted by ihatedrugs on August 2, 2012, at 3:44:23
Pretty interesting article on melanocortin.
http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2012/07/120711134714.htm
Posted by Twinleaf on August 2, 2012, at 7:01:26
In reply to melanocortin, posted by ihatedrugs on August 2, 2012, at 3:44:23
That was a very interesting article - hopeful, too, with it's new methods of detecting depression and evaluating improvement. I would be very interested in hearing whether there are any drugs being studied for their effects on melanocortin.
This article emphasizes the role of chronic stress in causing depression. Does anyone know of contemporary studies of the role of cortisol? The ones I have in my file are from several years ago.
Thanks for posting!
Posted by Phillipa on August 2, 2012, at 11:06:54
In reply to Re: melanocortin, posted by Twinleaf on August 2, 2012, at 7:01:26
Always said stress leads to depression. Eliminate stress less depression Phillipa
Posted by ihatedrugs on August 5, 2012, at 1:57:27
In reply to melanocortin, posted by ihatedrugs on August 2, 2012, at 3:44:23
I really hope these scientists are on to something. One of my main complaints is my inability to take pleasure in the simple things. I used to be able to enjoy so much and now I can't. It is so disheartening. The other day I told my husband how I couldn't remember the last time I woke up happy.
Though I can say I'm "functional", I often have to fake enjoyment for my family's sake.If research can determine that by managing patients' melanocortin signaling, relief from anhedonia is possible, it will definitely be an answer to many of our prayers.
Can't let go of hope.
ihatedrugs
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