Predicting Placebo Response May Now be Possible
Connectivity in the right midfrontal gyrus may help predict placebo response. This finding has widespread implications in drug development.
All articles by Nicole Ostrow
The Relation of Traumatic Stress to Pain Severity, Mood Disorders
Individuals with a history of abuse experience higher levels of pain, anxiety, and depression.
Comprehensive Assessment Essential for Treating All Aspects of Pain
Regular evaluation and assessment along with a personalized “step approach” is essential for effective pain management.
Comorbid Chronic Pain and Depression: Gene x Environment Interaction
Genetic factors and the environment patients share with their partner or spouse may determine their risk of developing chronic pain and help explain the association between chronic pain and depression.
Importance of Perceived Control in Treating Pain, Depression
Clinicians should focus on treating patients’ pain and psychological conditions together.
Increased Incidence of Comorbid Bipolar Disorder and Asthma
Research identifies high comorbidity rates between these 2 distinct diseases with underlying inflammation dysfunction.
Increased Risk of Substance Abuse in Adolescents With Mental Disorders
Early intervention strategies are needed to address potential substance use and misuse in adolescents with mental disorders.
Children With Chronic Headaches May Be at Higher Risk of Mental Illness
Children and teens with chronic headache pain and suspected of having an underlying psychiatric condition should be screened for anxiety and depression.
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