Monthly Archives: September 2016

Brain scans have revealed how a genetic mutation linked to major psychiatric disorders affects the structure, function and chemistry of the brain. The study offers further clues about how the mutation increases the risk of schizophrenia, bipolar disorder anddepression. Experts … Continue reading →

Major depression and bipolar disorder put teenagers at greater risk for heart disease and should be considered as independent risk factors for the condition. This is according to a scientific statement from the American Heart Association, published in the journal … Continue reading →

A new study finds behavior patterns such as risky behavior, psychomotor agitation and impulsivity occur before 50% of suicide attempts. The findings were recently presented at the 28th European College of Neuropsychopharmacology (ECNP) Congress in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. The study … Continue reading →

Diagnosing bipolar disorder is a difficult task. No chemical markers are yet known, and prescribing the wrong treatment can be detrimental. A new study makes headway into this complex arena. Bipolar Disorder previously referred to as “manic depression” involves extreme … Continue reading →

Patients experiencing a first episode of psychosis may endure worse treatment outcomes if they use cannabis, say researchers, after finding that such patients are 50% more likely to be admitted to the hospital after initial treatment than non-users of cannabis. … Continue reading →