Mental Health
Commentary
Boosting Alzheimer’s trial participation via Medicare Advantage ‘memory fitness programs’
Dr. Richard J. Caselli comments on a new initiative from the Global Alzheimer’s Platform (GAP) Foundation.
From the Journals
In utero infections raise risk for autism
Conference Coverage
Anxiety, depression compromise believability of drug-allergy testing
SAN FRANCISCO – Drug-allergy testing often produces a negative result, but some patients have a hard time believing...
From the Journals
fMRI might help differentiate MDD and bipolar disorder
Major depressive disorder and bipolar disorder appear to be associated with different underlying brain structures.
Commentary
IV ketamine, intranasal esketamine likely to ‘happily coexist’
“Initially, not every psychiatrist will be able to offer esketamine ... and that’s probably okay.”
Latest News
FDA approves intranasal esketamine for refractory major depressive disorder
Under the FDA-required REMS, prescribers must complete specific training; the drug must be adminstered in office to allow for patient monitoring...
Conference Coverage
Viewing childhood autism as a whole body disorder
LAS VEGAS – Several biomedical treatments for many children with autism have adequate evidence for use, including melatonin, probiotics, and omega...
From the Journals
Supplements and food-related therapy do not prevent depression in overweight adults
Findings highlight that care incorporating psychological, pharmacologic, and lifestyle interventions “may have a more robust effect” on depression...
Conference Coverage
Eczema increases the risk of impaired mental health among children
WASHINGTON – Many children with eczema and impaired mental health may not be receiving appropriate psychological...
From the Journals
Watch for depression symptom trajectory in high-risk young adults
Depression symptoms should be monitored and treated over time in the young adult offspring of mood disorder patients.
Conference Coverage
Genes associated with PTSD coming into focus
LAS VEGAS – The precise pathophysiology of the illness remains elusive.