Advances in Psychology Research Volume 98

This continuing series presents original research results on the leading edge of psychology. Each article has been carefully selected in an attempt to present substantial results across a broad spectrum. This book reviews research on improving the recognition and management of depression in epilepsy; a clinical contribution to the comprehension of the psychopathological effects of cochlea implants; cardiac autonomic regulation and its role in cardiovascular adverse outcomes in major depression; a review of the intentional monetary activities that maximise happiness, economic value and psychological needs; Lamotrigine treatment for the improvement of adolescent's mood instability, impulsivity, aggression and suicidal attempts; assessing TLI (transmissible liability index) as a predictor of treatment for youth with substance use disorders; phosphoinositide signal transduction pathways and major depression; experimental studies of physical exercise to improve students sleep quality and mental health; ideal and acceptable body size in college fraternity men; and the psychobiological foundation of the theory of attitude.