Mental Health
Conference Coverage
What to do when stimulants fail for ADHD
News from the FDA/CDC
CDC: Opioid prescribing and use rates down since 2010
Conference Coverage
Get familiar with evidence on these supplements
NEW ORLEANS – Because parents may be interested in complementary and alternative medicine options, you should be aware of the evidence for popular...
News
Dietary flavonol intake linked to reduced risk of Alzheimer’s
A class of polyphenols found in fruits and vegetables was associated with lower rates of Alzheimer’s in an observational study, setting the stage...
Opinion
Understanding postpartum psychosis: From course to treatment
Postpartum psychosis is relatively rare, with an incidence of 1 in 1,000 births, but it is one of the most serious complications of modern...
News
FDA strengthens warning regarding clozapine, serious bowel complication risk
Clozapine affects bowel function in a majority of patients, and constipation is a common adverse event associated with clozapine use.
Article
A practical guide to the management of phobias
When a patient reports symptoms suggestive of phobia, ask questions designed to clarify thoughts and behaviors. A 4-step exposure therapy plan can...
News
Bariatric surgery lacks impact on teens’ long-term mental health
Young people who underwent bariatric surgery for obesity used more mental health services than their nontreated peers, and their degree of weight...
News
EVALI update warns of chemicals in vaping products
Data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention show 82% of EVALI patients reported using a vaping product containing THC.
News
Family-focused therapy linked to longer remissions in youth at risk for bipolar disorder
For young people with mood symptoms and a family history of bipolar disorder, 4 weeks of intensive family sessions meant more time between mood...