Despite decades of research aimed at identifying the causes of postpartum depression
(PPD), PPD remains common, and the causes are poorly understood. Many have attributed …

DHEA and DHEAS are steroids synthesized in human adrenals, but their function is unclear.
In addition to adrenal synthesis, evidence also indicates that DHEA and DHEAS are …

Corticotropin-releasing hormone (CRH) plays a central role in the regulation of the
hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA)-axis, ie, the final common pathway in the stress …

Objectives: This study investigated the relationships between a mindfulness-based stress
reduction meditation program for early stage breast and prostate cancer patients and quality …

Chronic stress can affect human health through a myriad of behavioral and biochemical
pathways. This review focuses on some key hormonal and metabolic pathways that appear …

Objective Following the severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) outbreak, many
survivors were observed to suffer from psychosomatic symptoms reminiscent of various …

Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is associated with long-term changes in neurobiology.
Brain areas involved in the stress response include the medial prefrontal cortex …

Steroids influence neuronal function through binding to cognate intracellular receptors
which may act as transcription factors in the regulation of gene expression. In addition …

In this article, we examine evidence supporting the role of reproductive steroids in the
regulation of mood and behavior in women and the nature of that role. In the first half of the …

Context Alternative and over-the-counter medicines have become increasingly popular
choices for many patients who prefer not to take traditional antidepressants. The adrenal …