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Could Ketamine Be Used to Vaccinate for Depression or PTSD?

Depression is the most common mental illness in the United States, affecting 30 percent of Americans at some point in their lives. But despite half a century of research, ubiquitous advertising, and blockbuster sales, …

PTSD Center Executive Director Receives International …

Paula Schnurr, PhD, Executive Director of the Department of Veterans Affairs' National Center for Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), was presented with the International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies (ISTSS) …

What chance do care leavers stand, with support services being …

The cuts to mental health services for children leaving care is immoral and economically short sighted. This week's parliamentary inquiry must realise this.

Gov. Pence announces plans to build new 159-bed mental health …

“This new institute will serve as the centerpiece of our ongoing commitment to improve mental health care and address the scourge of addictions in Indiana,” said Gov. Pence. “This new institute is another part of our strong …

BMJ Blogs: BMJ Open » Blog Archive » Certain antidepressants …

Strongest association found for SSRIs and venlafaxine Taking certain antidepressants for depression is linked to a heightened risk of subsequent mania and bipolar disorder, reveals research published in the online journal …