Schizophrenics’ Death Rate 3.5 Times Higher Than General Population
U.S adults with schizophrenia are 3.5 times more likely to die prematurely compared to the general population.
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Alzheimer’s Sleep Memory Formation Disturbed By Protein Deposits
Protein deposits in Alzheimer’s disturb slow oscillations during sleep, interfering with memory formation.
Obama Mandates Opioid Prescribing Training for Federal Healthcare Workers
Federal health workers will be required to receive opioid prescription training, and health plans must not block opioid addiction treatment.
Increasing Antidepressant Doses May Not Produce More Effective Results
While increasing antidepressant doses may not be wrong, there isn’t evidence supporting that it increases effectiveness.
Opioid-Related Disorders Increasing in the United States
Although the use of nonmedical prescription opioids are decreasing, complications from opioid-related disorders are still prevalent.
Marijuana Use and Abuse Rising
The most notable increases in marijuana use were in women, blacks, Hispanics, people living in the South, and those middle-aged or older.
Mental Illness May Predict Chronic Pain in Adolescents
However, chronic pain was not found to precede mental disorders.
Integrated Mental Health Care Improves PTSD Treatment for Vets
Vets screened for PTSD in integrated mental health services are more likely to receive necessary treatment.
Female Vietnam Vets Have Higher PTSD Prevalence
Female Vietnam veterans have a 1.5 times higher likelihood of developing PTSD than women who served in the U.S.
Psychedelics Promising for Anxiety, Depression, Addiction, and PTSD
Although questionable research sidelined psychedelic research decades ago, recent studies indicate they may be useful as a therapy for psychiatric disorders.
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