Mental Health
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FDA considers regulating CBD products
The products can have drug-like effects on the body and contain CBD (cannabidiol) and THC (tetrahydrocannabinol).
From the Journals
Vegetarians suffer more depression than meat eaters
The high incidence of depression among vegetarians is not caused by nutrition.
Conference Coverage
Depression: Think outside of the box for diagnosis, treatment
Patients typically don’t fit into “convenient (DSM-5) buckets.” Consider likely comorbidities.
News from the FDA/CDC
Alzheimer’s Association to CMS: Ditch restraints on amyloid drugs
The CMS coverage restrictions for anti-amyloid drugs were finalized in April on the...
From the Journals
Greater handgrip strength tied to lower risk for depression
Being physically strong may serve as a preventive factor for depression in older adults, but this is limited to specific maximum thresholds.
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Can a common artificial sweetener fuel anxiety?
Mice that drank water containing aspartame exhibited pronounced anxiety-like behaviors in a variety of maze tests.
From the Journals
Behavioral treatment tied to lower medical, pharmacy costs
Diagnosis of a behavioral health condition is often delayed, and most affected individuals receive little to no treatment.
From the Journals
Aerobic exercise augments PTSD therapy
The study provides initial evidence of “a simple and accessible strategy that clinicians could readily apply in combination with exposure therapy...
Conference Coverage
Antipsychotic shows benefit for Alzheimer’s agitation
Currently, there’s no Food and Drug Administration–approved treatment for agitation in AD.
Commentary
Mindfulness, exercise strike out in memory trial
Meditation and exercise do not appear to be the fountain of youth.
Commentary
Can a Mediterranean diet ease depression in young men?
New research suggests that young men can change their diet and that doing so helped their depression.