Mental Health
From the Journals
Dialectical behavior therapy reduces suicide attempts in adolescents
Family involvement was greater in the DBT group, and this might have contributed to “greater retention and treatment effects.”
From the Journals
Impulse control disorders in Parkinson’s patients may be higher than thought
Commentary
Will a cocaine epidemic follow the opioid crisis?
Dr. Michael L. Wenzinger and Dr. Mark S. Gold warn that, in light of the brain changes caused by cocaine use, a focus on prevention is imperative...
Opinion
Is the rise of suicide a medical or societal issue?
From the Journals
Antipsychotics linked to increased body fat, insulin resistance in children
The findings help inform the off-label prescribing of antipsychotics in children and adolescents, researchers said.
Conference Coverage
Ankylosing spondylitis diagnosis linked to self-harm attempts
AMSTERDAM – Although a rare event, there is an increased risk of deliberate self-harm among those newly-diagnosed ankylosing spondylitis.
Commentary
Is the suicide story fake – or just misleading?
Dr. Carl C. Bell questions whether the way suicide data are being interpreted is correct.
Opinion
Marijuana use is affecting the job market
Opinion
The demise of family dinners may play role in picky eating
From the Journals
Study finds widespread use of medications with depression as side effect
Use of common medications with depression as a possible side effect has public health implications.
Latest News
Allergies linked to autism spectrum disorder in children
The prevalence of food, respiratory, and skin allergy was greater in children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).