Schizophrenia and Bipolar Disorder Share Genetic Roots - 2009-07-02
"A trio of genome-wide studies – collectively the largest to date – has pinpointed a vast array of genetic variation that cumulatively may account for at least one third of the genetic risk for schizophrenia. One of the studies traced schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, in part, to the same chromosomal neighborhoods."More

Smoking cessation aids Chantix, Zyban, Wellbutrin: Boxed Warning and patient Medication Guides - 2009-07-01
"FDA notified healthcare professionals and patients that it has required the manufacturers of the smoking cessation aids varenicline (Chantix) and bupropion (Zyban and generics) to add new Boxed Warnings and develop patient Medication Guides highlighting the risk of serious neuropsychiatric symptoms in patients using these products."More

Possible Gene Regions for Schizophrenia Located - 2009-07-01
"Immune function genes also in the same area, researchers say."More

Depression, Anxiety Bad for the Heart - 2009-06-29
"Two new studies show effects on angina and mortality."More

Hundreds of Genes Could Be Linked to ADHD - 2009-06-25
"Variations would explain different attention-disorder symptoms, study suggests."More

Standard IQ Test May Undervalue People With Autism - 2009-06-19
"Study shows they could solve problems faster than non-autistics on a different test."More

Teens of Dads Who Drink Too Much Tend to Follow Suit - 2009-06-18
"Report found these kids were more likely to abuse alcohol, drugs."More

Study Refutes Depression Gene Finding - 2009-06-16
"But stressful life events can trigger the condition, researchers say."More

Drug May Stem Slide Into Alzheimer's for Some - 2009-06-15
"Aricept did not affect others with mild memory loss, study finds. "More

At U.S. Colleges, Binge Drinking Is on the Rise - 2009-06-15
"Efforts similar to campaign against smoking are needed, expert suggests."More

Stimulant Medications used in Children with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder - Communication about an Ongoing Safety Review - 2009-06-15
"FDA notified healthcare professionals that it is providing its perspective on study data published in the American Journal of Psychiatry on the potential risks of stimulant medications used to treat Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in children."More

Effects of Depression on Families Need to Be Addressed - 2009-06-11
"Treating depression should incorporate strategies to detect and prevent the impact of the disease on patients' children, according to a June 10 report by the National Research Council and Institute of Medicine."More

If Mom or Dad Is Depressed, Kids Need Help Too - 2009-06-10
"Coordinated assessment and care for all family members is warranted: report."More

Questionnaire May Help Spot Early Dementia - 2009-06-10
"Experts caution that do-it-yourself test still needs doctors' interpretation. "More

Early Bedtime May Help Stave Off Teen Depression - 2009-06-09
"Extra sleep quells suicidal thoughts as well, study finds."More