Antipsychotic Drugs Spur Dramatic Weight Gain in Kids
Health - October 27, 2009
Researchers urge other alternatives, close monitoring of patients
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Saphris Approved for Schizophrenia and Bipolar Disorder
Health - August 14, 2009
Two severe psychiatric illnesses
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U.S. Spending on Mental Health Care Soaring
Health - August 5, 2009
Rate of increase now outstrips that for heart disease, cancer, data shows
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Health Buzz: Complex Genetics Behind Mental Disorders and Other Health News
Health - July 2, 2009
Dealing with fear of crowds and other anxieties; an economist's view of health reform, medical costs.
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FDA Panel Mulls Newer Antipsychotics for Kids
Health - June 10, 2009
Seroquel, Zyprexa have been linked to certain health risks, experts note
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Risperdal Consta Approved for Bipolar Disorder
Health - May 18, 2009
Long-acting version of antipsychotic
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Impulsivity Raises Alcoholism Risk
Health - May 8, 2009
Mouse study finds those that crave alcohol are more likely to choose quick rewards
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Kids' Risks Increase When Parents Are Bipolar
Health - March 4, 2009
Knowing that mood disorders are more common in offspring may aid in detection, experts say
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Common Genes Link Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia
Health - January 16, 2009
Large Swedish study suggests reappraisal of conditions as distinct entities needed
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How to Make Sure Those Psych Meds Are Right for Your Child
By
Nancy Shute
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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
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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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