Laurell Haapanen

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Laurell Haapanen was the previous medical editor for Psychiatry Advisor at Haymarket Media. She received an undergraduate degree in communications and master's degree in psychology. Her career has included positions as a technical editor and a mental health clinician.

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General Psychiatry

Viral Hepatitis and Psychiatric Disorders in Adults, Youths

Laurell Haapanen

November 26, 2019

Hepatitis viruses are associated with a higher risk for psychiatric conditions in both adults and children.

Depression Advisor

Major Depressive Disorder, Chronic Kidney Disease, and Platelet Function With Sertraline Treatment

Laurell Haapanen

November 25, 2019

According to the investigators, nearly 25% of patients with CKD have MDD, and both conditions are independent risk factors for cardiovascular events.

Depression Advisor

Moods During Depressive Episodes Differ in Bipolar and Major Depressive Disorders

Laurell Haapanen

November 19, 2019

Researchers explored the differences between bipolar and major depressive disorders, regardless of whether or not a history of manic or hypomanic episodes is established.

Child/Adolescent Psychiatry

Obesity in Childhood Linked to Reduced Cortical Thickness, Executive Functioning

Laurell Haapanen

November 19, 2019

Reduced cortical thickness in the prefrontal cortex related to childhood obesity may result in compromised executive function.

Schizophrenia and Psychoses

Higher Risk for Schizophrenia in Those With Hidradenitis Suppurativa

Laurell Haapanen

November 8, 2019

A tenfold increase in the prevalence of schizophrenia in patients with HS underscores the importance of screening for severe mental illness, as comorbid psychiatric disorders may affect treatment outcomes.

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Laurell Haapanen

All articles by Laurell Haapanen

Viral Hepatitis and Psychiatric Disorders in Adults, Youths

Major Depressive Disorder, Chronic Kidney Disease, and Platelet Function With Sertraline Treatment

Moods During Depressive Episodes Differ in Bipolar and Major Depressive Disorders

Obesity in Childhood Linked to Reduced Cortical Thickness, Executive Functioning

Higher Risk for Schizophrenia in Those With Hidradenitis Suppurativa

Lower Parental Income in Childhood Associated With Schizophrenia Risk