Subtle Differences in Adult ADHD Compared to Pediatric ADHD
Adults often do not suffer from the symptoms of hyperactivity in ADHD.
Higher ADHD Treatment Adherence Rates Linked to Text Message Intervention
New data show ADHD-specific text message intervention beneficial to patients who may have low rate of stimulant treatment adherence.
New Research Sheds Light on Schizophrenia Readmission Rates Following Treatment
While treatment options do not impact 30-day readmissions, they can influence hospital length of stay and costs.
DSRM Treatment Regimen Could Benefit Patients with Major Depressive Disorder
Data show effectiveness of DSRM in treating major depressive disorder with less frequent discontinuations.
Depression Forecasts Cognitive Problems in Geriatric Patients
Late life depression is a known risk factor for dementia, impacting 8-16% in the US.
Study Finds Low Stress Levels in Mental Health Workers During COVID-19 Pandemic
New data show mental health workers experienced lower levels of traumatic stress and peritraumatic distress during COVID-19 pandemic, compared to healthcare workers and general population.
Researchers Look to Improve Transition to Adult Health Care Services
The transition from pediatric care to adult care can be confusing for ADHD patients, often leading to a discontinuation of health care services altogether.
Benzodiazepine Linked to Higher Risk of Overdose in Opioid Use Disorder Treatment
Despite higher risk of adverse effects in patients with opioid use disorder, benzodiazepine does not undo protection benefits of buprenorphine.
Christoph Correll, MD: Clinical Practice Guidelines for Schizophrenia
In a poster presented at APA, researchers review current clinical practice guidelines for schizophrenia.
Dextromethadone Effective in Treatment of Major Depressive Disorder
New data show significant therapeutic effects of dextraomethadone treatment in MDD patients below the median percentage of life-years from diagnosis.
Evidence-Based Algorithms Assist Clinicians in Mood Disorder Diagnosis
A new study from APA 2021 finds algorithm use can reduce clinical misdiagnosis of bipolar disorder as other mood disorders, including major depressive disorder.
Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus Linked to Increase in ADHD Risk
The rates of both diseases have been increasingly linked in recent years.
Coping After COVID: Dealing with a Disaster
Dr. Joshua Morganstein discusses the psychological impacts disasters can have on individuals and how the COVID-19 pandemic might be different than other disasters.
Perinatal Depression Linked to Offspring Psychosis at 18 Years
Children born to mothers who suffered from depression during pregnancy are at a greater risk of adolescent depression and psychosis.
Adjunctive Interpersonal and Social Rhythm Therapy Aids Bipolar Patients
There were no significant differences observed in mood episodes for bipolar patients in either AISR therapy or standard treatment.
Investigators Seek Alternative Methods to Quantify Depression Treatment Success
Response does not favor more or less baseline symptom severity according to a new study.
Atypical Antipsychotic Use Decreasing for Older Patients After FDA Warning
Since 2005, opioid use has increased amongst older dementia patients.
Polygenic Scores Help Predict Trajectory of Schizophrenia
Patients with adolescent disruption of cognitive developed had more severe symptoms following a schizophrenia diagnosis.
New Model Predicts Suicide Risk with Health Record Data
Investigators are currently working on a new algorithm that can present a time window in which an individual might develop suicidal behavior.
Online Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Could Address Suicide Rates
A meta-analysis of the online CBT programs shows promising benefits, with the addition of anonymity for patients.
Why Telehealth Might Be Here to Stay in Psychiatry
Jesse Wright, MD, PhD, discusses the convenience of telehealth during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Using Safety Plans in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Suicidal Patients
Jesse Wright, MD, PhD, suggests clinicians and patients have a list of triggers and social networks for patients who might be at risk of suicide.
Substance Abuse Disorders Particularly Concerning During COVID-19 Pandemic
In a virtual APA session, Nora D. Volkow, MD, discusses how vaping can increase the risk of individuals of developing infections from the coronavirus.
Mental Health Crisis Hotline Use Spikes During COVID-19
An expert projects annual national prevention lifeline calls will reach 3.7 million by 2023.
Second-Generation Antipsychotics Becoming Primary Bipolar Disorder Therapy
An analysis of 20-year outpatient prescribing trends show the drug class is being favored over mood stabilizers.
Explaining the Pathways of Alcohol Abuse
A look at the 3 stages of alcohol abuse and the state of mental health throughout it.
The Role of Autoantibodies in Untreated Psychosis
A look at how the antibody influences the pathology of encephalitis, and how it can be properly assessed and treated.
Suicide Rates Increasing in Several Demographics
New research shows case fatality rates are increasing for individuals between 20-44 years old.
Telehealth an Adjustment for Both Doctors and Patients
New federal regulations allows psychiatrists to use popular video conferencing tools like Zoom for telehealth appointments.
APA House Call: COVID-19 Burden on Mental Health
Investigators are still looking into the immediate and longterm effects of the virus on the mind.