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The definition of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) has been updated in the fifth edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) to more accurately characterize the experience of affected adults. This revision is based on nearly two decades … Continue reading →

The upcoming fifth edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) will include a new chapter on Obsessive-Compulsive and Related Disorders to reflect the increasing evidence of these disorders’ relatedness to one another and distinction from other … Continue reading →

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New Medicines: Questions to ask the Doctor? Ask the following questions if your doctor recommends a new medicine for your health condition. General Questions: What is the name of the medicine?_______________________________________________________________________ Brand name (trade name) Generic name (chemical name)? What … Continue reading →

Anti Psychotics for the Treatment of Bipolar Disorder Examples First-generation, or typical, anti psychotic medicine [th]Generic Name[/th] haloperidol [size] Second-generation, or atypical, anti psychotic medicines [/size][th]Generic Name[/th][th]Brand Name[/th] aripiprazole Abilify olanzapine Zyprexa quetiapine Seroquel risperidone Risperdal ziprasidone Zeldox [size] These … Continue reading →