Psychiatrists at Columbia University interviewed 34 young adults at risk for psychosis, a common sign of schizophrenia that includes delusions and hallucinations. Two and a half years later five of the subjects had developed psychosis, and …
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Schizoaffective Disorder, Ethics, and Brian Wilson of the Beach Boys
In schizoaffective disorder, a mood episode and the active-phase symptoms of schizophrenia occur together and are preceded or are followed by at least 2 weeks of delusions or hallucinations without prominent mood …
Why Do We Fear Mental Illness? | Psychology Today
The instinct to avoid the topic of mental illness prevents many families whose lives have been impacted by it from talking about it.
Guerilla Tactics Tied to Greater PTSD Risk for Vets | Psych Central …
Veterans who have faced guerilla warfare tactics, such as suicide attacks and roadside bombs, are at greater risk for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) than those who fought in more conventional warfare, according to a …
Mouse Study: Diet May Reduce Schizophrenia Symptoms | Psych …
A ketogenic diet high in fat and extremely low in carbohydrates and sugars may be very helpful for patients with schizophrenia, according to a new mouse study.