Smoking may increase risk of developing depression, schizophreniaNovember 6, 2019 - 18:24 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Smoking may hike the risk of developing depression and schizophrenia, The Mail Online says citing a study. Bristol University experts discovered smokers face almost twice the risk of getting the mental health conditions. The study, conducted on nearly half a million people, adds to the large catalogue of health issues already linked to tobacco. Academics could not prove smoking causes depression or schizophrenia, warning that they only found more evidence to link them. Results, published in the journal Psychological Medicine, also showed people with the conditions are more likely to start smoking. But the evidence to suggest smoking leads to poor mental health - as opposed to the other way round - was much stronger. Lead author Dr Robyn Wootton and her team believe nicotine hampers dopamine and serotonin receptors in the brain. Dopamine is a naturally occurring chemical and regulates one's emotions, as does serotonin - known as the 'happy chemical' which contributes to wellbeing. The scientific paper calls for more to be done to help smokers with mental health conditions to stop. Top stories Authorities said a total of 192 Azerbaijani troops were killed and 511 were wounded during Azerbaijan’s offensive. In 2023, the Azerbaijani government will increase the country’s defense budget by more than 1.1 billion manats ($650 million). The bill, published on Monday, is designed to "eliminate the shortcomings of an unreasonably broad interpretation of the key concept of "compatriot". The earthquake caused a temporary blackout, damaged many buildings and closed a number of rural roads. Partner news | Czech-Armenian military cooperation discussed in Yerevan A delegation led by the Director General for the Industrial Cooperation Division of the Ministry of Defence of the Czech Republic visited Armenia. U.S. welcomes efforts to define Armenia-Azerbaijan border The United States welcomes efforts to define the border between Armenia and Azerbaijan, says Vedant Patel. Biden honors resilience of Armenian people on April 24 U.S. President Joe Biden has issued a statement on the 109th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide. Ex-Karabakh leader moved to solitary confinement cell in Baku, his son says David Vardanyan is the son of former Karabakh leader Ruben Vardanyan who who is currently imprisoned in Azerbaijan. |