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Cognitive Therapy Shown to Help Manage Schizophrenia Without Medication June 8, 2012 . 8 Comments
Antipsychotic medication is prescribed for various mental illnesses. One of the most common conditions treated with antipsychotic medication is schizophrenia. Medication has been shown ... Read More
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Treatment-Resistant Dimension of Depression Identified in New Study June 7, 2012 . 9 Comments
There are numerous treatments designed to address the multiple facets of depression. They include medication, psychotherapy, exercise, mindfulness, breathing exercises, light therapy, sleep ... Read More
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Anafranil and Adverse Side Effects: A Rare but Serious Issue June 7, 2012 . No Comments
The prescription of antidepressant medications has been on the rise for many years. In the developed world, especially, millions of individuals are currently on some antidepressant regimen. ... Read More
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Resetting the Sleep Clock Could Decrease Symptoms of Depression June 7, 2012 . 9 Comments
Individuals with depression often experience disrupted sleep patterns. This change in sleep structure can exacerbate the symptoms of depression, increasing fatigue and negative affect. ... Read More
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New Study Examines Various Treatments for Bipolar June 6, 2012 . 6 Comments
Bipolar disorder (BD) is a unique condition that manifests differently in every individual. People with BD I have different symptoms and symptom severity than those with BD II. Additionally, ... Read More
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Maintaining Social Functioning After a Diagnosis of Schizophrenia June 5, 2012 . 4 Comments
Psychosocial functioning is one of the most significantly impaired domains in individuals with schizophrenia. Unfortunately, this important aspect of life, which impacts relationships and ... Read More
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Adderall: The Neuroenhancement Debate June 5, 2012 . 3 Comments
On college campuses and in high-pressure, professional workplaces, the illegal use of Adderall (amphetamine and dextroamphetamine) and other stimulant drugs has been on a steady rise since ... Read More
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Abilify: Dual-Purpose Treatment for Cocaine Addiction? May 31, 2012 . No Comments
As an illegal psychostimulant drug, cocaine has ravaging effects both on the individual user and on society as a whole. The addictive qualities of cocaine are well-documented, and users ... Read More
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Effectiveness of Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation for Depression May 30, 2012 . 3 Comments
Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is a form of treatment for depression that is administered over a period of days and weeks. Individuals with chronic and severe depression, and those who ... Read More
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A Comparison of Risk: Antipsychotic Drugs and the Elderly May 29, 2012 . 1 Comment
Physicians prescribe antipsychotic medications to the elderly at a disproportionate rate. The prevalence of dementia within the elderly population, often associated with Alzheimer’s disease ... Read More
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Celexa Begins Working Faster Than Previously Thought May 24, 2012 . 32 Comments
Most classes of antidepressant medications, including the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), are thought to require 2 or more weeks of use before therapeutic effects become ... Read More
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Does ADHD Have a Season? May 23, 2012 . 8 Comments
In North America, children begin their formal academic education in kindergarten. Different regions throughout the United States and Canada have different entry dates for school admittance. ... Read More