Mental Health
Commentary
The surprising link between loneliness and Parkinson’s disease
“There are some policy things we can do to reduce loneliness. We can invest in public spaces that bring people together — parks, museums,...
Conference Coverage
CBT effectively treats sexual concerns in menopausal women
Though a small study, the findings confirm previous research results found in women with sexual concerns after gynecologic cancer.
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The unappreciated healing power of awe
“Feelings of isolation are quite difficult, and we’re social creatures, so when we feel connected, we can benefit from it.”
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ADHD underappreciated in older adults
“If you don’t manage it, who will? It can be very hard to get psychiatric consults, almost impossible in some cases.”
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Substance use in pregnancy linked to adverse CVD outcomes
The authors said the findings “highlight the critical support required during pregnancy and postpartum” for substance users.
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Artificial sweeteners in processed foods tied to increased depression risk
“Given this potential association between ultraprocessed food and multiple adverse health conditions, wherever possible individuals may wish to...
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Job-related stressors tied to increased CHD risk in men
“Integrative and interdisciplinary approaches should be used to tackle psychosocial stressors at work.”
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Dialectical behavior therapy decreased suicide attempts in bipolar teens
DBT also was associated with improved emotional regulation, compared with standard of care.
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Online CBT aids remission of anxiety, depression in students
This precision model, which can also be supported on mobile phones or tablets, could be transferred to primary care facilities or vulnerable...
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U.S. counties hit hard by a lack of psychiatric care
Counties without psychiatrists and broadband had significantly higher rates of adult depression, frequent mental distress, drug overdose mortality...
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Sexual dysfunction common in schizophrenia
Better screening and treatment of depression “may be an effective strategy to improve sexual health in patients with schizophrenia.”