How Stress Affects Mental Health

This study shows that the oligodendrocyte cells might play a key role in long-term changes to the brain that could lead to mental health problems. The researchers also believe that the stem cells which, due to chronic stress, are becoming myelin-producing cells rather than neurons, affect cognitive function, because it is the neurons that process and transmit the electrical information necessary for learning and memory skills. More research is required to verify these findings, including studying humans rather than rats, which the researchers have planned. However, this study provides important insight into why chronic stress affects the brain and mental health, and how early intervention can help prevent the development of certain mental health problems.
Source: World of Psychology - Category: Psychiatrists and Psychologists Authors: Tags: Brain and Behavior General Mental Health and Wellness Research Stress brain connectivity Chronic Stress Hippocampus Oligodencdrocyte Cells PTSD Stress and Mental Health Source Type: blogs