<ѻý>Antidepressant Discontinuation; Gun Suicide Prevention; REM Disorder Breakthroughѻý> News and commentary from the psychiatry world Jun 12, 2024
<ѻý>Alzheimer's May Be Improved by Intensive Lifestyle Changesѻý> In small trial led by Dean Ornish, MD, Alzheimer's patients show better scores on cognitive tests Jun 11, 2024
<ѻý>Sounding the Alarm: The Silent Epidemic of Suicide Among U.S. Veteransѻý> We have a moral obligation to care for those who have served our country Jun 11, 2024
<ѻý>Was the FDA Panel Right to Recommend Against MDMA Approval?ѻý> Psychedelic treatments have potential, and taking an evidence-based approach is what's needed Jun 11, 2024
<ѻý>Unanimous Thumbs-Up From FDA Advisors for Alzheimer's Drugѻý> Advisory committee decision smooths the way for eventual FDA approval Jun 10, 2024
<ѻý>Quick Test Helps Detect Dementiaѻý> Primary care tool assesses memory recall, cognition and gait, and symbol-matching Jun 07, 2024
<ѻý>FDA Reviewers Question Patient Selection for Alzheimer's Drug Candidateѻý> Agency's advisors will discuss efficacy, safety of investigational donanemab Jun 06, 2024
<ѻý>Food Addiction Should Be Included in the DSM-6ѻý> Without an expanded diagnostic menu, many patients will struggle to get appropriate care Jun 06, 2024
<ѻý>Better Cognitive Outcomes Tied to Vigorous Exercise in Hypertensive Adultsѻý> SPRINT MIND analysis looks at 7,600 older adults at high risk of cognitive decline Jun 06, 2024
<ѻý>Mental Health Dominates Telehealth; Top Psychiatrist Sued; College PTSD Doublesѻý> News and commentary from the psychiatry world Jun 05, 2024
<ѻý>Service Dogs Helped Ease PTSD Symptoms in U.S. Military Veteransѻý> "It's the greatest medicine with the least amount of side effects," says one vet Jun 05, 2024
<ѻý>FDA Panel Votes Against MDMA for PTSDѻý> Advisors raised concerns about efficacy, safety, trial design, misconduct Jun 05, 2024
<ѻý>Insomnia Trajectory Tied to Subsequent Depression Riskѻý> Progressive worsening insomnia tied to greatest risk Jun 04, 2024
<ѻý>Co-Locating COVID Vaccines, Infection Testing With Syringe Services Shows Successѻý> 94% of people completed primary vaccination in this Baltimore-based initiative Jun 03, 2024
<ѻý>Hypertension After Kidney Donation; Statins in Old and Very Old Peopleѻý> Also in TTHealthWatch: fluoride's effect on pregnancy outcomes Jun 01, 2024 podcast
<ѻý>FDA Staff Questions Safety of MDMA Treatment for PTSDѻý> Advisory committee will weigh benefits and risks next week May 31, 2024
<ѻý>10 Psychiatrists Taking Over Social Mediaѻý> For advice, humor, and more, these psychiatrists on TikTok and Instagram are worth a follow May 30, 2024
<ѻý>Young-Onset Dementia Tied to Preeclampsiaѻý> Study of 2 million women in France identifies new association May 30, 2024
<ѻý>Nurse Fired After Gaza Comments; Sedative-Laced Drugs; 4 Million Chickens Killedѻý> Health news and commentary gathered by ѻý staff May 30, 2024
<ѻý>The Sickening Reality of 'White' Beauty Standardsѻý> From hair straighteners to racial surgery, the physical and emotional harm runs deep May 29, 2024
<ѻý>One in Nine Kids Have ADHD; Placebo Response in Trials; Befriending Former Patientsѻý> News and commentary from the psychiatry world May 29, 2024
<ѻý>Suicide Risk Higher for Women With Premenstrual Disordersѻý> Risk highest for women diagnosed before age 25 May 28, 2024
<ѻý>Noise and Air Pollution Linked to Mental Health Conditions in Young Peopleѻý> Exposure to common air pollutants during pregnancy was associated with greater odds of depression May 28, 2024
<ѻý>Summer Heat Waves Pose a Deadly Threat to Patients With Mental Illnessѻý> We must be aware of particular risks among this group May 28, 2024
<ѻý>Dying Ex-Doctor Leaves Prison 2 Years After Pardon for Killing His Dadѻý> Vince Gilmer received a conditional pardon due to his terminal illness May 24, 2024
<ѻý>Suicide Research Must Consider Both the 'How' and the 'Why'ѻý> Ancient observations from poets, scientists, and grandmothers May 24, 2024
<ѻý>Lifestyle-Dementia Links Persist Regardless of Risk Genes, French Study Showsѻý> Dementia prevention efforts may be beneficial despite genetic susceptibility May 23, 2024
<ѻý>Can Mental Disorders Be Transmitted Among Teen Peer Networks?ѻý> Observational study suggests there might be a relationship, but mechanisms aren't clear May 23, 2024
<ѻý>Is $10 the Best BetterHelp Could Do for Violating Patient Privacy?ѻý> The paltry settlement emphasizes the need for stronger data privacy protections May 23, 2024
<ѻý>Earbuds and Hearing Loss; Campaign Rally Deaths; Cannabis vs Alcohol Use Dailyѻý> Health news and commentary gathered by ѻý staff May 23, 2024
<ѻý>Brain Risks Drop When Diet Includes More Minimally Processed Foodsѻý> Higher intake of ultra-processed foods upped the incidence of cognitive impairment or stroke May 22, 2024
<ѻý>Psychostimulant No Help in Relieving Cancer-Related Fatigueѻý> No significant differences in outcomes between methylphenidate, placebo May 22, 2024
<ѻý>Psychiatry MOC Lawsuit Dismissed; Cannabis vs Alcohol Use; Diagnosing Adult ADHDѻý> News and commentary from the psychiatry world May 22, 2024
<ѻý>Dying Ex-Doctor Serving Life for Murder May Soon Be Freeѻý> After a conditional pardon and 2-year wait, Vince Gilmer could be released this week May 22, 2024
<ѻý>Hospital Patient Finally Discharged After More Than 3 Yearsѻý> Many behavioral health patients don't need medical care, but no step-down facility will take them May 22, 2024
<ѻý>Clarifying Misconceptions About Youth Gender-Affirming Careѻý> What trans people, clinicians, and families really want others to know about youth gender care May 22, 2024
<ѻý>Matthew Perry's Death Investigated; CDC H5N1 Surveillance; Trump Talks Birth Controlѻý> Health news and commentary gathered by ѻý staff May 22, 2024
<ѻý>Insufficient Sleep May Influence Cognition in Teens With Overweight and Obesityѻý> Restricted sleep did not have same effects on adolescents with less weight May 21, 2024
<ѻý>Can Pink Noise Enhance Sleep and Memory? Early Research Drives a Color Noise Buzz.ѻý> "There's still a lot of work we have to do," says one researcher May 21, 2024
<ѻý>Legal Marijuana Leads to More Hospital Trips for Older Adultsѻý> ED visits tripled after edible cannabis was legalized in Canada May 20, 2024