Anosognosia May Serve as an Early Indicator of Alzheimer Disease
This study looks at how the lack of awareness (anosognosia) of memory impairment evolves in the trajectory of Alzheimer disease.
All articles by Heather R. Johnson
Restless Sleep Prevalent in Children with Underlying Health Conditions
This systematic review assessed the prevalence of restless sleep in children, documented the association of restless sleep with other conditions, and summarized the existing evidence regarding whether restless sleep should be considered a distinct sleep disorder.
Study Finds Genetic Link to Bipolar Disorder in Han Chinese
The objective of this study was to explore the genetic basis of bipolar disorder in the Han Chinese population.
THC Impairs Driving Performance Short Term
Cannabis use has been associated with an increased risk of crashing while driving. However the effect of cannabidiol (CBD) and Δ9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) on driving is unclear.
Teen Suicide Rate Quadrupled Over the Past Decade
This study aims to characterize rates of clinically documented “diseases of despair” over the last decade and identify sociodemographic risk factors.
Machine Learning Predicts Psychosis in High-Risk Patients
The study authors evaluated whether psychosis transition can be predicted in patients with clinical high-risk or recent-onset depression using multimodal machine learning that integrates clinical and neurocognitive data, structural magnetic resonance imaging, and polygenic risk scores for schizophrenia.
Few Studies Adequately Report Adverse Events in CBT for Insomnia
Cognitive behavioral therapy is the first line treatment for insomnia, but studies have reported potential negative effects. This review aims to understand the extent to which adverse events are monitored for and reported in trial literature.
Smartphone Data Helps Measure Verbal Hallucinations
In this study participants used a multi-modal smartphone data collection system to report on their AVH experiences and co-occurring psychological states multiple times daily, over 30 days. At the same time, smartphone sensors recorded their physical activity, geolocation, and calling and texting behavior.
Next-Generation Sequencing Helps Identify Neurodevelopmental Disorders
Researchers performed a systematic review of PubMed literature until May
2020 including clinical sequencing studies that utilized next-generation sequencing (NGS) in individuals with epilepsy, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), or intellectual disability (ID).
Pregnant Women Struggle with PTSD During COVID-19 Lockdown
This cross-sectional, web-based, national survey was conducted during the first month of full lockdown in Italy and participants were recruited via social networks.
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