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Rare Genetic Mutations Linked To Bipolar Disorder

Friday, December 30th, 2011
Abnormal sequences of DNA known as rare copy number variants (CNVs) may play a role in the risk for early-onset bipolar disorder, ...
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Mood Disorders Up Risk of Opioid Abuse

Wednesday, December 14th, 2011
Researchers have discovered that people suffering from mood and anxiety disorders are more likely to ...
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In Mainstream UK Media, Mental Health Still Taboo

Sunday, December 4th, 2011
The subject of mental health is still not receiving the attention it deserves, according to the results of a survey released by the UK mental health charity Mind. [caption id="attachment_32190" align="alignleft" width="203" caption="Stephen Fry"]...
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Mouse Study: Missing Gene and Abnormal Behavior Linked

Friday, November 25th, 2011
Although many mental illnesses are uniquely human, animals sometimes exhibit abnormal behaviors similar to those seen in humans with psychological disorders. Such ...
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How Mutations May Lead to Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder

Saturday, November 19th, 2011
In recent years, scientists have discovered several genetic mutations associated with greater risks of psychiatric diseases such as schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. ...
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Brain Scans, Algorithms Used to Predict Risk of Future Psychosis

Tuesday, November 8th, 2011
A new UK study suggests computer analysis of brain scans could help predict the severity of ...
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Emotional Sensitivity May Be Influenced by High Blood Pressure

Friday, November 4th, 2011
According to a new research paper, a person’s ability to recognize emotional content in faces and texts may be linked to their blood pressure. The recently published study by psychologist Dr. James A. McCubbin, a Clemson ...
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Generic Zyprexa OK’d by FDA for Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder

Tuesday, October 25th, 2011
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Monday approved the first generic versions of Zyprexa (olanzapine tablets) ...
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Bipolar Disorder Risk Factors Found in Families

Friday, October 14th, 2011
Children who grow up in families where other mental disorders are present -- such as attention ...
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Antidepressant-Induced Mania Similar to Bipolar Disorder

Thursday, October 13th, 2011
Depressive patients with antidepressant-induced "manic switches" show similar clinical features as individuals with bipolar disorder, research shows. The findings suggest ...
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