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Rhode Island Hospital study finds most psychiatric patients have more than 1 diagnosis
A new study by Rhode Island Hospital researchers reports that the majority of 2,300 psychiatry outpatients had more than one disorder when seeking treatment, and more than one-third had at least three disorders. The study is published in the February 2008 edition of the journal Psychological Medicine. view more (2008-01-14)
Biology could be the root of bother
Better understanding of the biological and cognitive bases of disruptive behaviour in children will help psychologists determine which types of treatments are most likely to be effective. view more (2005-03-21)
Seasonal Affective Disorder May Be Linked to Genetic Mutation, Study Suggests
With the days shortening toward winter, many people will begin to experience the winter blahs. For some, the effect can be devastating. view more (2008-11-04)
Individuals with family history of genetic disease at risk of discrimination
People with a family history of genetic disease are often discriminated against by insurance companies and their relatives and friends, according to research published on bmj.com today. view more (2009-06-10)
Researchers find current drug can treat rare heart disorder
New research has found that the answer to treating a rare inherited heart disorder could lie with a drug already on the market. view more (2009-04-02)
Personality disorders cause emotional reactions in staff
A study published today in the open access journal BMC Psychiatry suggests that the way in which professional care workers respond emotionally to substance abuse patients with personality disorders depends on the type of disorder. view more (2008-04-10)
First significant genetic finding in severe PMS, or PMDD
The first significant genetic finding in premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) has now been reported. PMDD is a very severe form of the more commonly known premenstrual syndrome, or PMS. view more (2007-10-03)
UI professor identifies new eating disorder, seeks study participants
A University of Iowa professor is making a case for a new eating disorder she calls purging disorder. view more (2007-09-05)
Brain networks strengthened by closing ion channels
Yale School of Medicine and University of Crete School of Medicine researchers report in Cell April 20 the first evidence of a molecular mechanism that dynamically alters the strength of higher brain network connections. view more (2007-04-23)
Sleep disturbances, nightmares are common among suicide attempters: Journal Sleep
In the first known report of its kind, a study published in the January 1st issue of the journal SLEEP finds that sleep disturbances are common among suicide attempters, and that nightmares are associated with suicidality. view more (2007-01-02)
Studies elucidate genetic links between cancer and schizophrenia
A series of studies presented today at the American College of Neuropsychopharmacology (ACNP) annual meeting elucidates evidence that there is a genetic link between schizophrenia and cancer, providing a surprising possible scientific explanation for lower rates of cancer among patients with schizophrenia - despite having poor diets and high rates... view more... (2007-12-10)
Tiny, spontaneous gene mutations may boost autism risk
Tiny gene mutations, each individually rare, pose more risk for autism than had been previously thought, suggests a study funded in part by the National Institute of Mental Health, a component of the National Institutes of Health. view more (2007-03-16)
Sleep-related breathing disorder common among aggressive, bullying schoolchildren
Aggressive behavior and bullying, common among schoolchildren, are likely to have multiple causes, one of which may be an undiagnosed sleep-related breathing disorder (SRBD). view more (2007-06-13)
Surfing the blues — Internet questionnaire can accurately identify depression
The Internet offers a valuable opportunity for the public to screen themselves for depression. This is the conclusion of a study published today in BMC Psychiatry, which demonstrates that a Chinese online tool for assessing depression is both accurate and reproducible, and may offer a way to identify the growing number of people suffering from... view more... (2007-04-11)
Genome-wide study of autism published in Nature
In one of the first studies of its kind, an international team of researchers has uncovered a single-letter change in the genetic code that is associated with autism. view more (2009-10-08)
Sunlight and serotonin underlie seasonal mood disorders
Authors of a research letter in this week's issue of THE LANCET provide further evidence that the effect of sunlight on neurotransmitters in the brain plays a significant role in seasonal mood disorders. The success of phototherapy (ultraviolet light therapy to stimulate brain neurotransmitter activity) and drugs that prevent the reuptake of the... view more... (2002-11-29)
Older fathers more likely to have autistic children
Children of men age 40 and older have a significantly increased risk of having autism spectrum disorders compared with those whose fathers are younger than 30 years. view more (2006-09-05)
Pregnancy and the flu: A link to schizophrenia
When mothers become infected with influenza during their pregnancy, it may increase the risk for schizophrenia in their offspring. view more (2009-06-10)
Researchers identify gene causing rare form of cleft palate
The identification of a gene that causes a rare form of the congenital defect, cleft palate, may offer an important insight into human development and the mechanisms involved in the condition. Researchers led by Dr Philip Stanier from Imperial College have found that the sex-linked form of cleft palate (CPX) and an associated form of the disorder... view more... (2001-09-14)
People are unlikely to withdraw consent for genetic research
People are unlikely to withdraw consent for genetic research even when samples were taken many years ago, research in this week's BMJ suggests. In 1990 1583 randomly selected people in Sweden donated blood to a World Health Organisation project researching cardiovascular disorders and diabetes. Eleven years later, doctors sought their consent for... view more... (2002-09-18)
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