The central nervous system is composed of the brain and spinal cord. Your brain and spinal cord serve as the main "processing center" for the entire nervous system, and control all the workings of your body.
What is the nervous system designed to do? Nerves make the arms and legs move. Nerves make the heart beat and the lungs breathe.... Read more »
On those days when we’re having a bad flare or wondering if we’ll ever find a pain medication that helps, it’s easy to get... Read more »
Depression doesn't just happen, it happens for a reason. Sometimes the reason is evident and sometimes it isn't. When we can't establish... Read more »
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Depression is a medical disorder characterized by feelings of sadness, hopelessness, pessimism, guilt, and a general loss of interest in life,... Read more »
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InformationAs people age, their brain and nervous system go through natural changes. The brain and spinal cord lose nerve cells and weight. Nerve... Read more »
The theory that depression is caused by a chemical imbalance is often presented by the media as fact, but a new study has found little scientific... Read more »
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CausesThe causes of depression are not fully known. Most likely a combination of genetic, biologic, and environmental factors play a role.Genetic... Read more »
A new med that boosts levels of a mood-related chemical in the brain has been shown to relieve symptoms of depression in rats. Italian and American... Read more »