Health News Archives

Recent Mental Health Articles

Extended Work Absences May Signal Risk of Death
Problems tied to surgery or circulatory or psychiatric troubles a red flag, study suggests

Health Tip: Parenting a Child With ADHD
Suggestions to guide the child's behavior

Drinking Before 15 Boosts Risk of Later Alcohol Abuse
Study suggests delaying imbibing as late as possible, until 18 or older, is best

Group Urges Depression Screening for Heart Patients
They face twice the risk of second cardiac event 1 to 2 years later

Hard Decisions for the Littlest Lives
Study finds poor communication between doctors, parents of gravely ill newborns

Psychotherapy Works Best Over the Long Term
Study finds real benefit to continued treatment, but insurance companies often balk at cost

Common Gene Mutation Lowers Risk for Bipolar Disorder
Study found missing section protected against psychiatric illness

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Best for Traumatized Youths
But study also finds too many clinicians still using unproven treatments

Older Problem Gamblers Face Increased Suicide Risk
Over-55 bettors more likely to ask casinos to bar them, fearing self harm if they can't stop

Active Social Life May Reduce Men’s Alzheimer’s Risk
Home, family, club activities appear to enhance creation of new brain cells, study finds