PTEN, Amygdala & Autism: Gene Impact on Anxiety Circuits
PTEN loss in amygdala inhibitory neurons disrupts brain circuits, increasing anxiety & fear learning in mice, mimicking ASD traits. This unveils targeted treatment potential.
Teen Anxiety & Depression: Symptom Dynamics
Study reveals anxiety symptoms stabilize faster in teen boys than girls. Depressive symptom interactions become fixed in adults, potentially leading to treatment-resistant depression. Early insomnia persists.