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Co-Occurrence Of Substance Use Disorders With Mood Disorders & Psychosis

On-Demand Webinar January 12, 2017

During this webinar Rebecca Roma, MD, Medical Director of the Community Treatment Team at Mercy Behavioral Health; and Robin Nelson, MD, a Psychiatrist at Caron Foundation, and DGR Behavioral Health,… Read More

The State Of Mental Health In America (2017)

Interview January 6, 2017

An interview with Paul Gionfriddo, President & CEO of Mental Health America (MHA), regarding the release of MHA’s report, The State of Mental Health in America, 2017. Mr. Gionfriddo provides… Read More

Traumatic Brain Injury Assessment May Predict Veterans’ Risk Of Suicide

Article December 27, 2016

The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) has long been concerned with traumatic brain injury (TBI) experienced by individuals seeking its services. At least one report cites 45% of veterans seeking mental… Read More

Does GP Training In Depression Care Affect Patient Outcome? A Systematic Review & Meta-Analysis

Article December 8, 2016

Key Messages Depression is commonly treated in the primary care setting. This systematic review identified 8 randomized controlled trials that evaluated the impact, with respect to patient symptoms, of training… Read More

Suicide Risk In Individuals With Bipolar Disorder Is Higher Than In Individuals With Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)

Article December 7, 2016

QUESTION: We know that suicide risk is a major concern in those suffering from mental illnesses such as major depression. Can you discuss the risk of suicide in regard to… Read More

Depression, Serotonin & Tryptophan

Article December 6, 2016

Key Messages Research into the pathophysiology of depression has moved beyond the serotonergic system to examine the interplay of wider body systems and processes. This article reviewed recent literature pertaining… Read More

Researchers Developing Universal Predictive Measure For Suicidality

Article December 2, 2016

Health care professionals understand that early intervention of serious mental illness can prevent an individual from suffering disabilities, hospitalizations, incarceration, or suicide.¹ Scientists are striving to identify the causes of… Read More

Repeated Concussions & Traumatic Brain Injuries May Lead To Increased Risk Of Suicide

Article December 2, 2016

Suicide is a leading cause of death in both civilian community and military settings. Although there are a number of contributing factors to suicide, some studies have found that suicide… Read More

New Study Shows Collaborative Care Is Effective In Alleviating Symptoms Of Depression In People With Chronic Physical Conditions

Article December 2, 2016

Many people with depression also suffer from co-morbid physical conditions (e.g., cardiovascular disease, respiratory disease, or diabetes); however, health professionals have questioned whether the positive effects of collaborative care on… Read More

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