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ECNP Congress press releases
Below is a list of the press releases related to the last ECNP Congress.
38th ECNP Congress, 11-14 October 2025
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Women’s brain regions may lose ability to synchronise after sexual assault
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Brain test predicts ability to achieve orgasm – but only in patients taking antidepressants
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Different types of depression linked to different cardiometabolic diseases
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Ketogenic diet may protect against stress experienced in the womb
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ADHD: women are diagnosed five years later than men, despite symptoms appearing at the same age
37th ECNP Congress, 21-24 September 2024
- Researchers find that Antidepressants may improve brain function
- Study shows alcohol-dependent men and women have different biochemistries, so may need different treatment
- Study shows psychedelic drug psilocybin gives comparable long-term antidepressant effects to standard antidepressants, but may offer additional benefits
- Study finds symptoms of depression during pregnancy linked to specific brain activity: scientists hope to develop test for “baby blues” risk
- UK study shows there is less stigma against LGBTQ people than you might think, but people with mental health problems continue to experience higher levels of stigma
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