How to Make Sure Those Psych Meds Are Right for Your Child
By Nancy Shute -
On Parenting
- December 8, 2008
Parents have more power than they think when a doctor recommends psychiatric treatment.
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3 Ways to Be Wise About Psychiatric Drugs for Kids
By Nancy Shute -
On Parenting
- November 26, 2008
While a doctor may recommend medication for a child's mood or behavior, the parents are in control.
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Bipolar Disorder in Children Lingers
Health
- October 9, 2008
Study finds 44% still suffer bouts of mania, depression as young adults
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Common Gene Mutation Lowers Risk for Bipolar Disorder
Health
- September 29, 2008
Study found missing section protected against psychiatric illness
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U.S. Kids Take More Psychotropic Drugs Than Europeans
Health
- September 25, 2008
Cultural differences, regulatory practices may explain difference, researchers say
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Children of Older Fathers at Risk for Bipolar Disorder
Health
- September 2, 2008
Offspring of men 55 and older were 1.37 times more likely to be diagnosed, study finds.
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Health Buzz: Older Fathers and Bipolar Disorder and Other Health News
Health
- September 2, 2008
First Generic Versions of Depakote Approved
Health
- July 29, 2008
To treat seizures, migraines, and bipolar disorder
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Bipolar Teens at Greater Risk of Substance Abuse
Health
- June 5, 2008
They're more likely to smoke, abuse drugs, alcohol, study finds
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