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15 07, 2015

90 Minutes in Nature Reduces Depression: MRI Study

Agent2015-07-15T22:58:29-04:00July 15th, 2015|Brain MRI, Medical Imaging, MRI, MRI Research, Radiology|

New research has proven what perhaps many Vancouverites already know: time spent in nature is therapeutic for mental health. A study published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Science has shown that a mere 90 minutes on a hiking trail (or even just setting up camp in wild surroundings) decreases activity in the regions of [...]

21 08, 2014

Stress Response is Genetic: MRI Study

Agent2014-08-21T20:00:07-04:00August 21st, 2014|Brain MRI, Medical Imaging, MRI, MRI Research|

Have you ever wondered why some people you know crumple when faced with a stressful situation, while others appear invigorated by it? Opinions differ on the old saying "Whatever doesn't kill you makes you stronger," and for good reason: A new MRI brain study suggests genetics play a large role in human responses to stressful [...]