Neurology
From the Journals
Antibiotic may enhance noninvasive brain stimulation for depression
This proof-of-concept study opens up “a new avenue of treatment research.”
Opinion
How can I keep from losing my mind?
“To date the actual therapies for dementia have been disappointing.”
From the Journals
Four commonly abused drugs linked with atrial fibrillation
All four drugs – cocaine, methamphetamine, opioids, and cannabis – whether stimulants or depressants – cause “quite dramatic and often rapid...
Conference Coverage
Psychiatric comorbidities in the pediatric neurology clinic
Neurologists are in a unique position to help recognize and treat psychological comorbidities in their patients.
News
No effect of diet on dementia risk?
“We did not find a link in our study, which had a long follow-up period, included younger participants than some other studies and did not require...
From the Journals
Teens with diagnosed and undiagnosed ADHD report similar quality of life
Those diagnosed with ADHD in childhood were more than twice as likely to report self-harm.
From the Journals
Dementia signs detected years before diagnosis
Findings of a new study offer hope for interventions to reduce the risk of the dementia developing.
News
Staying alert for patients with narcolepsy
The chronic neurologic disorder entails not only excessive sleepiness but also social and professional challenges.
News from the FDA/CDC
FDA confirms nationwide Adderall shortage
The FDA announcement follows weeks of reports of a shortage of the drug by pharmacy chains and Adderall users.
From the Journals
Home-based transcranial stimulation succeeds for MDD
Treatment of major depressive disorder at home with real-time supervision improved clinical outcomes that persisted at 6 months.
From the Journals
Poor visual acuity linked to depression, changes in brain structure
Visual impairment was associated with a 19% higher risk for depression.