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How Antipsychotic Drugs Work

Wednesday, August 27th, 2008
Antipsychotic drugs that are widely used to treat schizophrenia and other problems may not work as scientists have assumed, according to a new study. Duke University Medical Center researchers believe the findings ...  Read more... »

Stress During Pregnancy May Predispose Schizophrenia

Thursday, August 21st, 2008
A new study discovered pregnant women who endure the psychological stress of being in a war zone are more likely to give birth to a child who develops schizophrenia. The research ...  Read more... »

How the Brain Adjusts to Redirected Plans

Wednesday, August 20th, 2008
New imaging techniques have allowed researchers to study how our brain can switch from one plan to another on literally a moment’s notice. And the new knowledge may lead to ...  Read more... »

Estrogen Helpful for Women with Schizophrenia

Wednesday, August 6th, 2008
A new report finds that the estrogen estradiol in combination with antipsychotic medications appears to be a useful treatment for women with schizophrenia. The link between estrogen and mental illness was recognized ...  Read more... »

Genetic Understanding of Schizophrenia

Friday, August 1st, 2008
An international group of researchers has discovered people suffering from schizophrenia are far more likely to carry rare chromosomal structural changes of all types, particularly those that have the potential to alter gene function. In ...  Read more... »

Generic Med for Bipolar

Friday, August 1st, 2008
Generic versions of Risperdal (risperidone) tablets have been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for treatment of schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and other psychiatric conditions. "This generic drug approval is another example of the ...  Read more... »

Brain Response to Addictive Substances

Tuesday, July 29th, 2008
A new research finding gives scientists insight on how brain cells process antidepressant drugs, cocaine and amphetamines. The novel discovery could prove useful in the development of more targeted medication therapies for a host of psychiatric ...  Read more... »

Similar Genes Increase Risk for Bipolar and Schizophrenia

Thursday, July 17th, 2008
A new study suggests shared genetic variations may predispose individuals to mood and psychotic disorders. Both schizophrenia and bipolar disorder can be disabling conditions, and both present clinically with significant symptoms. ...  Read more... »

Method Evaluates Risk for Schizophrenia

Friday, July 11th, 2008
A new study suggests a protein found in immune cells may be a reliable marker for schizophrenia risk. Schizophrenia is a severe and complex psychiatric illness that affects about 1 percent of ...  Read more... »

Healthy Food Can Improve Mental Health

Thursday, July 10th, 2008
Diet and exercise have long been associated with reducing risk factors for heart disease and cancer. Emerging research suggests a balanced diet and regular exercise can also protect the brain ...  Read more... »
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