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Psychiatric Meds for Infants Linked to Later Behavior Problems
Researchers found drugs used to treat mood disorders, pain and epilepsy raised risk

Brain Scans Could Help Spot Schizophrenia Earlier
Imaging technology might advance treatment of psychotic disorders, researchers say

Saphris Approved for Schizophrenia and Bipolar Disorder
Two severe psychiatric illnesses

Sustained-Release Antipsychotic Approved for Schizophrenia
Invega Sustenna injected once monthly

Schizophrenia Drug Got Bad Rap
Less expensive clozapine might have saved thousands of lives, researchers say

Possible Gene Regions for Schizophrenia Located
Immune function genes also in the same area, researchers say

Hormones May Affect Neurological Disease Risk
Women are more vulnerable during certain stages of life, study finds

Schizophrenia Linked to Higher Risk of Dying From Cancer
Study finds lung and breast cancer rates especially elevated

FDA Panel OKs Newer Antipsychotics for Children
Seroquel, Zyprexa and Geodon have been linked to certain health risks, experts note

Substance Abuse Raises Crime Risk in Schizophrenics
Those who don't use alcohol, drugs much less likely to be violent, study finds