Health News Archives
Bipolar Affective Disorder
Saphris Approved for Schizophrenia and Bipolar Disorder
Two severe psychiatric illnesses
U.S. Spending on Mental Health Care Soaring
Rate of increase now outstrips that for heart disease, cancer, data shows
FDA Panel OKs Newer Antipsychotics for Children
Seroquel, Zyprexa and Geodon have been linked to certain health risks, experts note
Risperdal Consta Approved for Bipolar Disorder
Long-acting version of antipsychotic
Impulsivity Raises Alcoholism Risk
Mouse study finds those that crave alcohol are more likely to choose quick rewards
Kids’ Risks Increase When Parents Are Bipolar
Knowing that mood disorders are more common in offspring may aid in detection, experts say
Common Genes Link Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia
Large Swedish study suggests reappraisal of conditions as distinct entities needed
Health Tip: Managing Bipolar Disorder
Some helpful suggestions
Common Gene Mutation Lowers Risk for Bipolar Disorder
Study found missing section protected against psychiatric illness
U.S. Kids Take More Psychotropic Drugs Than Europeans
Cultural differences, regulatory practices may explain difference, researchers say
