Visual Impairment Associated With Elevated Dementia Risk
Visual treatments may provide modifiable risk factor for dementia.
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ADHD Linked to Alzheimer Disease Across Generations
There is an association for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder with Alzheimer disease and any dementia across generations.
Sustained Response to Pimavanserin Reduces Relapse Risk in Patients With Dementia-Related Psychosis
Can the continuation of pimavanserin help with managing dementia-related psychosis? Researchers report on the findings of the phase 3 HARMONY trial.
Fluoxetine Does Not Decrease Symptoms of Clinical Depression in Patients After a Stroke
Researchers performed a secondary analysis of the AFFINITY trial that assessed the effects of fluoxetine treatment on depression symptoms in patients who recently had a stroke.
Depression, MS May Have Synergistic Effect on Mortality Risk
Depression in multiple sclerosis (MS) may increase the risks for incident vascular disease and mortality, and the effects of depression and MS on all-cause mortality appear to be synergistic.
2012 to 2018 Saw Increase in Opioid-Linked Cardiac Arrest
The incidence of opioid-associated cardiac arrest increased significantly from 2012 to 2018, according to a study presented at the European Society of Cardiology Congress 2021: The Digital Experience.
9.7 Percent of All US Persons Uninsured in 2020
In 2020, 31.6 million U.S. persons of all ages (9.7 percent) were uninsured, which was slightly, but not significantly, lower than in 2019.
Severe Eczema Tied to Depression, Internalizing Behaviors in Children
Severe atopic dermatitis is associated with symptoms of depression and internalizing behaviors throughout childhood.
Update on Medications for Opioid Use Disorder: Clinician Perspectives
Compared with nonpharmacologic approaches, research consistently supports the benefits of medication for opioid use disorder, including fewer deaths, higher rates of sustained recovery, and greater cost-effectiveness.
Driving Habits May Help Identify Preclinical Alzheimer Disease
Investigators installed GPS data loggers with custom software in participants’ vehicles to see if driving performance could predict preclinical Alzheimer disease.
Hypervigilance and Symptom-Specific Anxiety in Patients With Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Investigators assessed the presence and predictive relationship of hypervigilance and symptom-specific anxiety in patients with eosinophilic esophagitis.
Americans Have High Trust in Health Care Providers
Doctors, nurses, and pharmacists are highly trusted by most Americans, a new survey shows.
Heterogeneity in Alzheimer Disease Progression Affects Clinical Trial Results
Investigators assessed the variability in effect of treatment over time among patients with mild cognitive impairment or dementia.
Risk for Autism Spectrum Disorder Up With Preterm, Early-Term Birth
Preterm and early-term births are associated with an increased risk for autism spectrum disorder (ASD) among boys and girls.
AAP Releases Policy Statement for Provision of Trauma-Informed Care in Pediatric Health Care Systems
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) released a policy statement and an accompanying clinical report on identifying and addressing the effects of trauma and stress on children, families, and their health care providers.
Affordable Care Act Had Limited Effects on Reducing Uninsurance
There is substantial variation by state in reducing uninsurance for Black, Hispanic, and low-income Americans under the Affordable Care Act.
Exploring the Connection Between Posttraumatic Stress Disorder and Cardiovascular Disease
A review by Ebrahimi and colleagues, and an interview with Beth Cohen, MD, highlights the possible mechanisms driving the association between posttraumatic stress disorder and cardiovascular disease, and the need for screening and treatment options for these patients.
Sleep Outcomes in Shift Workers, Pregnant Women, and Patients in the ICU
An editorial published in the Journal of Sleep Research highlighted recent findings on sleep disturbances in the ICU, the impact shift-scheduling rules have on shift workers’ sleep, and the link between prenatal maternal sleep, long-term anxiety, and depression.
Some Seniors Report Worsening Mental Health in Pandemic
About 20 percent of older adults reported worsening in their mental health since the start of the pandemic.
Increased Risk for Autism Spectrum Disorder, Developmental Disorders Among Children Born to Women With Severe Obesity
Investigators examined the relationship between maternal prepregnancy BMI status and autism spectrum disorder and developmental disorders in offspring.
Three-Quarters of Sexual Assault Survivors Have PTSD
Posttraumatic stress disorder is common and severe following sexual assault.
Children Taking ADHD Medication Experience Fewer Suicidal Thoughts
Researchers investigated the associations of ADHD pharmacotherapy with externalizing symptoms and childhood suicidality.
Can the Genetic Overlap of ADHD and Autism Guide Better Treatment?
Study researchers investigated the genetic overlap between ADHD and autism to determine if shared gene variants may provide insight into treatment targets.
~9 Percent of Teens Have Heard of Heated Tobacco Products
About 9 percent of high school students in California have heard of heated tobacco products (HTPs), and 0.67 percent have ever tried HTPs.
American Psychiatric Association Poll: 82% of Telehealth Users Started During the Pandemic
In their Public Opinion Poll, the APA collected information from 1000 US adults aged 18 and over between March 26, 2021, and April 5, 2021.
Nursing Strategies for Managing Depression in Patients With Cancer
A literature search produced a consensus of effective strategies for screening, assessment, and management of depression in patients with cancer.
Black Patients Receive Lower Doses of Opioids Than White Patients
Within individual health systems, Black and White patients receive markedly different opioid doses.
Study Finds 15 Genes, 64 Loci Associated With Bipolar Disorder
Researchers conducted a meta-analysis of nearly 42,000 individuals with bipolar disorder and more than 370,000 control group participants.
Impact of Sleep-Disordered Breathing and Sleep Duration on Cognition
Researchers studied the impact of obesity and metabolic syndrome on sleep-disordered breathing and/or sleep duration in a group of Hispanic and Latino adults who had experienced cognitive decline.
Study Protocol on Ketamine for Depression in Patients With Advanced Life-Limiting Illnesses
This was a study protocol for a phase II pilot feasibility study that will assess the feasibility of ketamine for depression in patients with advanced life-limiting illnesses.
Brain Aging and Dysregulated Protein Phosphorylation in Alzheimer Disease
Altered phosphorylation patterns of some proteins may have implications for sporadic Alzheimer disease.
Targeted Messaging Boosts Re-engagement by Telemedicine During Pandemic
Researchers conducted a randomized clinical trial to determine whether targeted messaging could improve the return to in-person visits during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Outcomes of a Pilot Smoking Cessation Program After Release From Jail
A study was undertaken to examine the acceptability, feasibility, and preliminary clinical outcomes of a smoking cessation intervention for individuals who are incarcerated.
Obstructive Sleep Apnea Raises the Risk of Sudden Cardiac Death
We interview experts Younghoon Kwon, MD, MS, FACC, and Richard J Castriotta, MD, FCCP, FAASM, about the connections between obstructive sleep apnea-sudden cardiac death.
Trajectories of Pain Symptoms From Early Childhood to Adolescence Impacted by Certain Distinct Life Experiences
One of the objectives of this study was to examine how early childhood factors at the individual-, parental-, and family-level predict pain trajectories.
Cognitive Decline May Up Bone Loss, Fracture Risk in Older Women
There is a significant association between cognitive decline and both bone loss and fracture risk, independent of aging, in community-dwelling, older women.
US Medical Debt High, but Varies Geographically
The mean amount of medical debt is greater among individuals who live in the South and in ZIP codes in the lowest income deciles.
Little Evidence Has Been Published Linking Physical Activity With Sleep Parameters
The researchers’ primary goal was to summarize existing evidence about daily associations between sleep and physical activity outcomes at inter- and intra-individual levels in adults.
Florida’s Restrictive Opioid Law HB21 Did Not Lead to Increased NSAID Prescriptions
The researchers evaluated how an opioid restriction law in Florida affected the use of prescription NSAIDs.
Rapid, Adaptive Computer-Based Screener for Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Validated Among Veterans
The researchers strove to develop and validate a computerized adaptive diagnostic (CAD) screener and computerized adaptive test (CAT) for PTSD symptom severity.
Patients with MS and Depression During Pregnancy Have Prolonged Depressive Symptoms
This editorial report explored a population-based cohort study on depression and anxiety in pregnant patients with MS.
Azstarys, a Novel ADHD Treatment, Now Available
Azstarys consists of serdexmethylphenidate, a prodrug of dexmethylphenidate, co-formulated with immediate-release dexmethylphenidate.
Global Dementia Cases Projected to Top 152 Million in 2050
Global dementia cases are projected to increase to an estimated 152.8 million cases in 2050.
Longer Duration of Menses May Be Associated With Alzheimer Disease Biomarkers
Researchers studied how the length of the female reproductive period, which is an indicator of endogenous estrogen, is related to levels of cerebrospinal fluid biomarkers for Alzheimer disease.
Cyclic Alternating Patterns in Pediatric ADHD With Sleep Disorders
Study researchers assessed sleep microstructure in children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.
Disparities Seen for Racial, Ethnic Minorities in Outpatient Practices
Racial- and ethnic-minority patients are underrepresented in the outpatient practices of many medical and surgical specialties.
Cytisine vs Varenicline for Smoking Cessation: Results From a Noninferiority Trial
The researchers wanted to know if standard cytisine treatment for 25 days was at least as effective for smoking cessation as standard varenicline treatment for 84 days.
Primary Care Plays Key Role in Vaccinating Older Individuals
Primary care physicians have been the largest provider of vaccinations for older individuals.
Antidepressant Use May Aid Outcomes in Depression and Diabetes
Regular antidepressant use is associated with a lower risk for diabetes complications among adults with depression and newly treated diabetes.
Screen Time Tied to Cognition, Behavior in Children Born Preterm
More than two hours of daily screen time may contribute to adverse outcomes in children aged 6 to 7 years who were extremely preterm at birth
The Role of Statins in COVID-19: A Focus on Patients With CV Risk Factors
An overview of the role of statins in reducing in-hospital deaths due to COVID-19, using findings from the American Heart Association’s COVID-19 Cardiovascular Disease Registry.
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