Scientists identify mechanism that helps us inhibit unwanted thoughts

(University of Cambridge) Scientists have identified a key chemical within the 'memory' region of the brain that allows us to suppress unwanted thoughts, helping explain why people who suffer from disorders such as anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, and schizophrenia often experience persistent intrusive thoughts when these circuits go awry.
Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health - Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: news