Articles tagged with Psychiatric Disorders
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Researchers developed a peer-led intervention called the Bridge that helps patients prioritize their health, access healthcare, and develop skills to self-manage their health. The approach showed a 50% reduction in emergency room use for participants in the intervention group.
A 14-day performing arts program reduced implicit cognitive biases against physical illnesses, according to a University of Barcelona study. The program combined scientific training with theatre performance and showed that participants' reaction times decreased after the experience.
People who use methamphetamine are more likely to have health conditions, mental illness, and substance use disorders than those who do not. The study found a higher prevalence of liver disease, lung disease, and HIV/AIDS among methamphetamine users.
A Texas A&M study found that racial and ethnic diversity in schools can decrease mental health risk for some Latinx students, while increasing symptoms among non-Latinx Black and Latinx students. The research used data from 389 sixth-graders across 14 urban Texas public schools.
A meta-analysis of 400+ clinical trials involving over 50,000 participants found that mindfulness, positive psychological interventions, and cognitive behavioural therapy can increase wellbeing across different groups. Consistent and prolonged practice is crucial for these interventions to be effective in improving wellbeing.
A study by researchers at the University of Basel reveals that varied physical activity is associated with improved mental health and well-being. The study found that individuals who engaged in more varied movement patterns reported better subjective well-being, but no significant impact on symptoms of mental illness.
A recent study by McGill University researchers has mapped gene signatures to functional processes across the human brain, revealing key insights into cognitive and affective processes. The findings suggest that specific genetic signals are linked to attention and memory, while others are associated with emotions and fear.
A new study reveals that unstable working life patterns in young people are associated with poorer future mental health. The study found that those with a stable working life had fewer days absent due to mental disorders over three years.
A new study found that despite the life-altering disruption caused by COVID-19, many people continued to care deeply about pursuing their goals. Those who did exhibited creative strategies to overcome restrictions and uncertain times. The study provides valuable insights into how people coped psychologically during the pandemic.
Researchers discovered that questions used to screen for postpartum depression can also identify depressive symptoms and other mental health issues during early pregnancy. A study of 2,271 women found that 85% of those with high scores had mental disorders or risk factors.
A comprehensive analysis by RAND Corporation reveals that transforming the US mental health care system is possible. The report emphasizes the need to integrate behavioral health into general health care settings, provide supportive housing for the homeless, and promote comprehensive mental health education.
A recent Canadian study revealed that women with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) are eight times more likely to have attempted suicide compared to their male counterparts. The study also found that adults with ADHD who experienced childhood parental violence had triple the odds of attempting suicide.
Research highlights individual-level barriers to COVID-19 vaccination in individuals with severe mental illness, including stigma and lack of access to healthcare. The study identifies system-level solutions, such as improving mental health services and increasing vaccine accessibility, to address these gaps.
Researchers found that individuals with gambling disorder focus on irrelevant information from previous gambles, rather than considering optimal probabilities and prize sizes. This impaired decision-making can lead to continued gambling despite mounting losses.
Researchers created a holistic representation of rare disease data including previously ignored information. The tool provides access to new patient interaction data, improving understanding and treatment options.
Research by Universidad Complutense de Madrid found that ayahuasca's DMT promotes neurogenesis, forming new neurons and other cells like astrocytes and oligodendrocytes. This capacity suggests great therapeutic potential for various neurological diseases.
A survey of French university students who experienced COVID-19 quarantine found a significant increase in mental health disorders. The study identified factors associated with these disorders, highlighting the need for targeted support measures.
A new study by researchers from Florida Atlantic University and Geisinger shows that electronic health records can help pinpoint patients with opioid use disorder. By analyzing EHR data, researchers were able to identify more patients with moderate-to-severe opioid use disorder than relying on diagnostic codes alone.
The Misophonia Research Fund has awarded over $4 million in funding to researchers studying misophonia, a condition that triggers strong emotions in response to specific sounds. The funded projects will develop new therapeutic strategies and investigate the physiological basis of misophonia symptomology.
The COVID-19 pandemic has led to a surge in mental health disorders and substance use issues, with evidence indicating a significant increase in these conditions. Researchers have found that the pandemic's impact on daily life has contributed to this rise.
A uOttawa-led research project aims to examine how primary care providers can offer better healthcare for people living with serious mental illness. The study will analyze the primary health care experience of this population group and identify ways to improve the system.
A study from the UK reveals a significant reduction in diagnoses of common conditions such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and mental health issues during the COVID-19 lockdown. The findings suggest that many cases may have gone undetected, undiagnosed, and untreated due to reduced healthcare engagement.
A University of Illinois Chicago team has been awarded over $4 million to establish a research center focusing on the health and function of people with serious mental illness. The center will test interventions to help patients access medical care, learn illness self-management strategies, and rebuild their lives.
Adolescents with pre-existing conditions are more likely to receive approved medication for mental illness. Children who experience initial hospitalization also tend to be prescribed these medications.
A new study by McGill University finds that housing homeless people with severe mental illness is more cost-effective than housing those with moderate needs. The Housing-First approach generates significant savings, with costs reduced by up to two-thirds for individuals with severe mental illness.
A study by UConn School of Nursing researchers found that strong feelings of germ aversion and pathogen disgust are significantly associated with concern about COVID-19 and increased engagement in preventative health behaviors. Individuals who indicated higher levels of psychological disease avoidance also reported greater concern for ...
Researchers are testing Functional Imagery Training (FIT) to help patients with alcohol-related liver disease stop drinking. FIT teaches people to create motivational imagery themselves, which can support long-term behavior change.
A new study published in eLife found that twins who survive the loss of their co-twin are at an elevated risk of psychiatric disorders in both the short and longer term. The risk is highest for identical twins and those who experienced a co-twin's death during childhood or young adulthood.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, managing patients with severe mental illness requires careful consideration of infection control and medication adherence. The article provides guidance on best practices for treatment and care of these patients, highlighting strategies to minimize risks while maintaining effective management.
Scientists developed a wearable brain scanner that can scan the entire brain, allowing researchers to track electrophysiological processes involved in mental health problems. The device tracks brain activity with millimetre accuracy, enabling new possibilities for scanning children and epileptic patients.
A new study from Umea University reveals that psoriasis patients with comorbid physical diseases experience increased mental health risks due to these associated somatic illnesses. The research indicates a higher risk of depression, anxiety, and suicide among psoriasis patients with other medical conditions.
A study by NYU researchers found that peer support specialists with criminal and psychiatric histories can lead more empowered, meaningful, and productive lives. The role offers a possibility for employment despite past limitations, leading to increased hope and community reintegration.
Researchers investigated whether watching the 'Joker' movie would lead to increased prejudice towards people with mental illness. The study found no significant association between watching the film and changes in prejudice levels.
A study by New York University researchers found that nearly half of 17-year-old foster youth use counseling services and almost a third take medications for mental health issues. However, many report feeling unprepared to manage their mental health, highlighting the need for targeted support interventions.
In a study published in Current Biology, researchers found that rats exhibit harm aversion, stopping use of their preferred lever when it would cause pain to a neighboring rat. This phenomenon is linked to the same brain region associated with empathy in humans, suggesting that harm aversion is deeply ingrained in our biology.
Researchers at Flinders University have developed a new measure for excessive buying problems, the Excessive Buying Rating Scale (EBRS), to assess severity and predict predictors of problematic buying. Strong beliefs about the benefits of buying were significant predictors, while gender and age also played a role.
A new study by the University of Southampton found that older women with obesity are at a higher risk of prolonged sickness absence or losing their jobs due to health reasons. Women with severe obesity were almost three times as likely to lose their job because of their health.
A new epidemiological study found that women consuming at least two servings of walnuts per week had a greater likelihood of healthy aging compared to those who did not eat walnuts. The study, supported by the California Walnut Commission, suggests that adopting simple habits like snacking on walnuts can help slow down the effects of a...
A new study from the University of Eastern Finland found that reduced stress is associated with changes in the plasma lipid profile, including lower levels of certain lysophosphatidylcholines and higher levels of plasmalogens. This suggests a potential molecular mechanism linking psychological well-being to metabolic health.
The Astellas Global Health Foundation has awarded a three-year, $1.35 million grant to AMPATH to provide mental health programming for 400,000 people in western Kenya. The grant will support training for community health volunteers and integrate mental health services into public health facilities.
A special issue of Criminology & Public Policy assesses trends in mass violence and evaluates the effectiveness of measures to prevent mass shootings. Research-based policy recommendations include limiting high-capacity firearms access and improving threat-detection systems.
A new study reveals that people with neurological disorders have a 75% higher suicide rate than those without such disorders. The study found that severe neurological diseases like ALS and Huntington's disease are associated with particularly high risks of suicide.
The 2020 OMA Obesity Algorithm offers updated resources for clinicians, including clickable links to podcasts and lectures by obesity experts. The Algorithm is based on scientific evidence and aims to improve patient outcomes through individualized treatment approaches.
A recent meta-analysis found that psychosocial factors in the workplace, such as workload and job control, contribute significantly to chronic low back pain. Employees with more autonomy in scheduling their work experienced lower rates of CLBP.
A Finnish study of 6.2 million people from 1996 to 2014 found that lower household income is associated with a higher risk of first psychiatric hospitalization for mental disorders. The research used national registry data to examine the relationship between household income and mental health outcomes.
Researchers discovered that rats can use empathy to sense danger and react accordingly, showing a more interactive process than previously thought. By observing the emotions of other rats, they can prepare for potential threats, with less scared bystanders reducing fear in demonstrators.
Patients qualifying for Medicare due to disability have the highest rates of opioid overdose deaths. The majority of these deaths occur among individuals with substance misuse or psychiatric diseases, highlighting the need for targeted treatment programs.
A study by the University of Toronto found that two-thirds of Indigenous people living off reserve in Canada have excellent mental health. Social support and having a post-secondary degree were significant factors contributing to this positive outcome.
A recent study published in Injury Prevention described a method for categorizing self-injury mortality, allowing closer examination of national trends in suicide and drug-related deaths. The study found that suicide is likely underreported for females due to less violent and less obvious methods.
Researchers developed a method to characterize brain states and simulate brain activity, enabling prediction of stimulation effects on brain state transitions. The study found that systematic external stimulation can awaken the brain in sleep states and may enhance recovery from psychiatric diseases.
A study of 123,000 patients found that those with mental health disorders had primary care visits before diagnosis and lower overall complication severity scores. Patients with existing mental health disorders also experienced more quickly progressing complications over seven years after diabetes diagnosis.
Researchers prove the psychosine hypothesis correct by showing that mice with genetic mutations causing both Krabbe and Farber diseases do not develop Krabbe disease. They then test a drug known to inhibit acid ceramidase, carmofur, which modestly extends the lives of mice with a model of Krabbe disease.
Researchers have identified acid ceramidase as a key enzyme in the production of psychosine, a toxic glycolipid that accumulates in people with Krabbe disease. Removing or inhibiting this enzyme has been shown to decrease or eliminate psychosine production and disease symptoms.
More than 1 million Canadians have alcohol use disorders, but most never receive professional help. Improved screening and medication are available to address this issue.
Researchers estimate that over 72 per 100,000 people in the US are affected by prurigo nodularis, a skin disease characterized by itchy bumps. The study also found associations with other conditions, including HIV, kidney disease, and mental health disorders.
A Swedish study found that children with early onset inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) have a higher risk of developing psychiatric disorders and attempting suicide compared to the general population. The study analyzed data from national registers and controlled for various factors.
Researchers have discovered that chronic liver diseases can cause cerebral molecular disturbances as early as two weeks after liver malfunction, even without physical symptoms. The study found two new molecules involved in the disease process: creatine and vitamin C.
Researchers developed a new method to detect specific types of mental effort using network-level brain activity. The study demonstrates that this approach can be used to improve patients' abilities to manage symptoms of mental illness.
A new study by Indiana University found that college students who participate in conversation-based activities are less likely to stigmatize people with mental illness. The study, led by Bernice Pescosolido, suggests that such efforts can drive significant reductions in stigma and improve campus climate.
This observational study found that coexisting psychiatric disorders significantly increase the risk of death in individuals with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). The study analyzed Swedish national register data and included nearly 87,000 people with ADHD.