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Antipsychotic-induced obsessive compulsive symptoms assessed

Results from a Korean study show that the symptom structure of second-generation-antipsychotic-induced obsessive compulsive symptoms is similar to that seen in patients with “pure” obsessive compulsive disorder.

7 Sep 2012

Bipolar conversion in children linked to family history

Conversion from bipolar disorder not otherwise specified to a diagnosis of bipolar I or II disorder is common among children, research confirms, and is predicted by a family history of mood disorders.

7 Sep 2012

Study uncovers growing drink problem in older generation

A study has uncovered a growing drink problem among older people and researchers are now urging the Government to review its UK health strategy to support society's "invisible addicts".

7 Sep 2012

Maternal posttraumatic stress, depression and anxiety common after prenatal diagnosis of CHD

Heart defects are the most common form of congenital malformations affecting newborns. Infants who were prenatally diagnosed with congenital heart disease (CHD) are more stable and have better outcomes than infants who were diagnosed after birth. Diagnosing CHD in a fetus also allows mothers to educate themselves on heart malformations, consider their options, and potentially plan for intervention or surgery after birth.

7 Sep 2012

Hebrew University researcher develops anti-inflammatory and anti-allergic family of drugs

A synthetic, anti-inflammatory and anti-allergic family of drugs to combat a variety of illnesses while avoiding detrimental side effects has been developed by a Hebrew University of Jerusalem researcher.

7 Sep 2012

Book examines highly complex structures of synaptic regions

Synapses are bulbous structures where two neurons communicate. Neurotransmitter molecules released from the presynaptic terminal of one neuron diffuse to the postsynaptic terminal on the other, binding to receptors that lead to propagation or modulation of the signal.

7 Sep 2012

Longer looks: Insurers balk at price of new asthma relief; Despite health law, costs still overwhelming for some patients

For two decades, Patricia DiGiusto struggled with severe asthma. Powerful medications and frequent use of her inhaler could not prevent repeated trips to the emergency room. ... Two years ago, Ms. DiGiusto's doctor told her about a new procedure called bronchial thermoplasty, the first non-drug therapy approved by the Food and Drug Administration for patients with severe asthma.

7 Sep 2012

Night eating syndrome increased in schizophrenia patients

The prevalence of night eating syndrome is significantly increased among patients with schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder who are obese, results from a US study suggest.

6 Sep 2012

Omeros files OMS824 IND with FDA to initiate clinical trials for cognitive disorders

Omeros Corporation today announced that it has filed an Investigational New Drug Application (IND) with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to initiate clinical trials evaluating OMS824, the Company's lead compound from its phosphodiesterase 10 (PDE10) program for schizophrenia and other cognitive disorders.

6 Sep 2012

Preliminary research findings from Kessler Foundation’s Ekso device study on SCI

Kessler Foundation has released preliminary research findings from its clinical study of the wearable robotic exoskeletal device, Ekso. Gail Forrest, PhD, assistant director of Human Performance and Engineering Research, presented the Ekso research data on September 3, at the meeting of the Academy of Spinal Cord Injury Professionals at the Rio Suites in Las Vegas. Dr. Forrest directs mobility research at the Foundation, including activity-based locomotor therapy, functional electrical stimulation, and treadmill training with the LokomatPro v6, as well as Ekso.

6 Sep 2012

CSHL publishes genome-wide analysis of transcripts produced within human cells

Most people understand genes to be specific segments of DNA that determine traits or diseases that are inherited. Textbooks suggest that genes are copied into RNA molecules, which are then used as templates for making protein - the highly diverse set of molecules that act as building blocks and engines of our cells. The truth, it now appears, is not so simple.

6 Sep 2012

Clinical trial to test combination of two drugs in treating fibromyalgia

A chronic pain condition and numerous gastrointestinal disorders may all be caused by a virus. That's a Tuscaloosa-based surgeon's theory likely headed for a clinical trial early next year and one drawing support from a University of Alabama researcher who studies how viruses replicate.

6 Sep 2012

Workers with job insecurity more likely to report symptoms of anxiety and depression

Workers who perceive their jobs aren't secure are more likely to rate themselves in poor health and have increased symptoms of anxiety and depression, reports the September Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, official publication of the American College of Occupational and Environmental Medicine (ACOEM).

6 Sep 2012

Maine sues CMS seeking Medicaid cuts resolution

Maine -- unhappy with how long a decision is taking -- is suing the federal government over its request to lower Medicaid eligibility.

6 Sep 2012

Teenage brains being changed by the digital revolution

The digital revolution appears to be changing the adolescent brain to enable it to cope with constant technological stimulation, says visiting U.S. adolescent brain researcher Dr Jay Giedd.

6 Sep 2012

Key facts about polycystic ovary syndrome

September marks Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) awareness month and with this condition affecting millions of women in the world, there are some key facts about the condition to highlight that can affect a women's fertility when suffering with the disorder.

6 Sep 2012

Study sheds light on lingering effects of natural disasters, mass shootings and terrorist attacks

Repeated exposure to violent images from the terrorist attacks of September 11 and the Iraq War led to an increase in physical and psychological ailments in a nationally representative sample of U.S. adults, according to a new UC Irvine study.

6 Sep 2012

Canada should remove section 43 of Criminal Code to promote good parenting

To promote good parenting, Canada should remove section 43 of its Criminal Code because it sends the wrong message that using physical punishment to discipline children is acceptable, argues Dr. John Fletcher, Editor-in-Chief, CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association Journal) in an editorial.

6 Sep 2012

Inexperienced psychiatrists with HCR-20-C tool more likely to predict violence risk in patients

Inexperienced psychiatrists are less likely than their veteran peers to accurately predict violence by their patients, but a simple assessment checklist might help bridge that accuracy gap, according to new research from the University of Michigan.

6 Sep 2012

Two UNC autism researchers receive $12.6 million in grants from ACE program

Two autism researchers in the University of North Carolina School of Medicine have each been awarded $12.6 million grants in the latest round of funding from the National Institutes of Health's Autism Centers of Excellence (ACE) research program.

6 Sep 2012

Mental Health News and Research

Latest Mental Health News and Research

Antipsychotic-induced obsessive compulsive symptoms assessed

Bipolar conversion in children linked to family history

Study uncovers growing drink problem in older generation

Maternal posttraumatic stress, depression and anxiety common after prenatal diagnosis of CHD

Hebrew University researcher develops anti-inflammatory and anti-allergic family of drugs

Book examines highly complex structures of synaptic regions

Longer looks: Insurers balk at price of new asthma relief; Despite health law, costs still overwhelming for some patients

Night eating syndrome increased in schizophrenia patients

Omeros files OMS824 IND with FDA to initiate clinical trials for cognitive disorders

Preliminary research findings from Kessler Foundation’s Ekso device study on SCI

CSHL publishes genome-wide analysis of transcripts produced within human cells

Clinical trial to test combination of two drugs in treating fibromyalgia

Workers with job insecurity more likely to report symptoms of anxiety and depression

Maine sues CMS seeking Medicaid cuts resolution

Teenage brains being changed by the digital revolution

Key facts about polycystic ovary syndrome

Study sheds light on lingering effects of natural disasters, mass shootings and terrorist attacks

Canada should remove section 43 of Criminal Code to promote good parenting

Inexperienced psychiatrists with HCR-20-C tool more likely to predict violence risk in patients

Two UNC autism researchers receive $12.6 million in grants from ACE program

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Exploring electron microscopy for plant and microbial imaging at the John Innes Centre

Mental Health News and Research

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Digital pathology and the PathoVerse: A conversation with Dr. Singh

Bioprocess Efficiency with Cell Density Monitoring

Exploring electron microscopy for plant and microbial imaging at the John Innes Centre

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