Psychiatry

An exaggerated emotional brain response to nonthreatening, nonemotional cues at age 14 predicted the onset of psychosis symptoms within the next 2 years.

Researchers evaluated data from acute respiratory distress syndrome patients to see if it was possible to anticipate which ones would develop psychiatric symptoms.

A high index of suspicion for lithium toxicity is necessary when it is taken concomitantly with ACEIs.

RP5063, a dopamine serotonin stabilizer, was associated with symptom improvement in adults with acute exacerbation of schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder.

A recent meta-analysis estimated years of potential life lost and life expectancy in patients with schizophrenia.

When the first episode of psychosis strikes, a rapid response from the medical community is critical.

In a new study, researchers examined the relationship between cannabis use and the risk for developing schizophrenia.

A case study covering 15 years of births suggests mothers who smoke during pregnancy may be putting their children at higher risk of developing schizophrenia.

New research measured the prevalence, correlates, psychiatric comorbidity, associated disability, and treatment of alcohol use disorder reported by Americans.

While many studies have previously identified divorce as a contributor to later depression, new research sheds light on which patients are at the highest risk.