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Brain derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) is a neurotrophin related to neuronal survival, synaptic signaling and synaptic consolidation that enhances the growth and maintenance of several neuronal systems, serves as...

Background: Depression in elderly is generally undiagnosed and undertreated, many still considering its symptoms as part of normal aging process. Some studies suggest that depression is a risk factor...

Background: Suicide is one of the main psychiatric emergencies and an important health problem in most countries around the world. The highest...

Depression, anxiety and cognitive impairments are common among patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and these psychological aspects are associated with poor treatment adherence and worse outcomes. Identifying the...

The neoplasms of the central nervous system represent a frequent and heterogeneous disease group, with treatment implying a combination of surgical intervention with both chemotherapy and radiotherapy. Cerebral radiotherapy...