Mental Health News and Research

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Elevated homocysteine not gender-specific in schizophrenia

Japanese researchers have demonstrated that both men and women with schizophrenia have significantly higher plasma homocysteine levels than healthy controls.

28 Feb 2014

BDNF abnormalities may predict bipolar disorder

Patients with bipolar disorder show abnormalities in the conversion of pro-brain derived neurotrophic factor to the mature form, which may be used to aid diagnosis of the condition.

28 Feb 2014

States: N.C.'s Medicaid managed care proposal; narrow provider networks; Planned Parenthood's big plan

Gov. Pat McCrory's health agency is backing away from initial proposals to fix Medicaid costs by hiring a handful of big managed care organizations to run North Carolina's $13 billion health care system. The state Department of Health and Human Services on Wednesday presented its framework for revamping Medicaid to an advisory group set up by McCrory (Dalesio, 2/26).

28 Feb 2014

Study investigates how biology, social factors interact within marriage to affect heart health

Does the stress of marriage contribute to heart disease, which accounts for one of every four deaths in the United States?

28 Feb 2014

Protein that controls Drosophila nervous system may play role in reversing brain injuries in human

A protein that controls the metamorphosis of the common fruit fly could someday play a role in reversing brain injuries, said Duke University researchers.

28 Feb 2014

Millions of mentally ill will lack coverage in states not expanding Medicaid, report finds

The Washington Post takes a look at the report by a group representing mental health professionals, and also how the issue is playing out in the Virginia legislature, where there is strong support to reform the state's mental health care system following the death of a state lawmaker's son.

28 Feb 2014

Further support for hippocampal volume as psychosis biomarker

Findings from the Bipolar-Schizophrenia Network on Intermediate Phenotypes provide further evidence that reduced hippocampal volume is a consistent feature of schizophrenia.

27 Feb 2014

First Edition: February 27, 2014

Today's headlines include a number of stories about Obama past and present administration officials -- notably, former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and Vice President Joe Biden -- who are stepping up to "sell" people on enrolling in new health law insurance coverage.

27 Feb 2014

Poll: Just 12% of parents without coverage take breastfeeding support classes

Just 12 percent of parents without insurance coverage take breastfeeding support classes that can offer crucial support and encourage new moms to breastfeed, according to a new University of Michigan C.S. Mott Children's Hospital National Poll on Children's Health.

27 Feb 2014

Report: Spending on health care for children increased between 2009 and 2012

Spending on health care for children covered by employer-sponsored insurance (ESI) increased between 2009 and 2012, rising an average 5.5 percent a year, with more dollars spent on boys than girls, and higher spending on infants and toddlers (ages 0-3) than any other children's age group, finds a new report released today by the Health Care Cost Institute. Per capita spending on children reached $2,437 in 2012, a $363 increase from 2009. The study shows a growth in prescription use by children through age 18, as well as a rise in the number of teens being admitted for mental health and substance use (MHSU) treatment.

27 Feb 2014

Waiting room time helps in effective screening for depression and anxiety

A new study in General Hospital Psychiatry finds patients visiting the hospital for a variety of ailments can be easily screened for depression and anxiety as they wait for care, information that can then be sent immediately to their doctor to address.

27 Feb 2014

Adults with mental illness more likely to be victims of violence, says study

New research shows that almost one-third of adults with mental illness are likely to be victims of violence within a six-month period, and that adults with mental illness who commit violence are most likely to do so in residential settings.

27 Feb 2014

Handgrip strength may be linked to cancer survival rates, shows research

New acquaintances are often judged by their handshake. Research has now recognized the simple squeeze as an important diagnostic tool in assessing strength and quality of life among critical care patients.

27 Feb 2014

Depression and self-awareness affect subjective reports of memory and satisfaction with life

Kessler Foundation researchers have found that among individuals with TBI, depression and self-awareness affect subjective reports of memory, quality of life (QOL), and satisfaction with life.

26 Feb 2014

CCNAP highlights psychological issues related to cardiac diseases

The congress will be held 4-5 April in Stavanger, Norway, at the Stavanger Forum.

26 Feb 2014

Attitudinal beliefs feed negative schizophrenia symptoms

Dysfunctional attitudes and low self-efficacy are associated with poorer functioning in patients with early schizophrenia, and this relationship is partly mediated by negative symptoms, shows research.

26 Feb 2014

States: Calif. malpractice bill; Conn. braces for mental health cuts; Fla. advance practice nurses bill

A selection of health policy stories from California, Connecticut, Florida and Arizona.

26 Feb 2014

Study indicates mental health and suicide risk may need to be assessed thoroughly

The mental health conditions of most people who commit suicide remain undiagnosed, even though most visit a primary care provider or medical specialist in the year before they die.

26 Feb 2014

Music in health care can improve quality of life for older people

Using music and singing in health care can improve quality of life for older people by easing pain, anxiety and depression.

26 Feb 2014

Study shows psychological, interpersonal effects of antidepressants have reached bizarre levels

A University of Liverpool researcher has shown that thoughts of suicide, sexual difficulties and emotional numbness as a result of anti-depressants may be more widespread than previously thought.

26 Feb 2014

Mental Health News and Research

Latest Mental Health News and Research

Elevated homocysteine not gender-specific in schizophrenia

BDNF abnormalities may predict bipolar disorder

States: N.C.'s Medicaid managed care proposal; narrow provider networks; Planned Parenthood's big plan

Study investigates how biology, social factors interact within marriage to affect heart health

Protein that controls Drosophila nervous system may play role in reversing brain injuries in human

Millions of mentally ill will lack coverage in states not expanding Medicaid, report finds

Further support for hippocampal volume as psychosis biomarker

First Edition: February 27, 2014

Poll: Just 12% of parents without coverage take breastfeeding support classes

Report: Spending on health care for children increased between 2009 and 2012

Waiting room time helps in effective screening for depression and anxiety

Adults with mental illness more likely to be victims of violence, says study

Handgrip strength may be linked to cancer survival rates, shows research

Depression and self-awareness affect subjective reports of memory and satisfaction with life

CCNAP highlights psychological issues related to cardiac diseases

Attitudinal beliefs feed negative schizophrenia symptoms

States: Calif. malpractice bill; Conn. braces for mental health cuts; Fla. advance practice nurses bill

Study indicates mental health and suicide risk may need to be assessed thoroughly

Music in health care can improve quality of life for older people

Study shows psychological, interpersonal effects of antidepressants have reached bizarre levels

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