U.S. population suicide rates increased during 2021, observational report finds
Report shows suicide rates increased in the United States during 2021
An observational report on the U.S. population found suicide rates increased during 2021.
Suicide rates increased across the United States in 2021, a concerning pattern that requires continued attention and resources.
Observational report examines suicide rates by industry and occupation across 49 US states
Which jobs have the highest suicide rates? A new report looks across 49 states
An observational report analyzed suicide rates by industry and occupational groups among individuals in 49 US states.
A new CDC report maps suicide rates by job across 49 states, revealing which industries and occupations show the highest risk for men and wo…
School racism experiences associated with mental health, suicide risk, and substance use in US high school students
Report finds links between school racism and student mental health, substance use
An observational report found associations between experiencing racism in school and poor mental health, substance use, and suicide risk amo…
A new report links racism in schools to worse mental health, substance use, and suicide risk among high school students from all backgrounds…
Health center visit rates studied in US adults with mental health or substance use disorders
How often do adults with mental health or substance use disorders visit health centers?
An observational study examined health center visit rates among US adults with mental health disorders, substance use disorders, or both.
We don't yet know how frequently adults with mental health or substance use disorders visit health centers.
Report provides estimates on U.S. adults knowing suicide decedents and experiencing suicidal thoughts
Report looks at suicide exposure and thoughts among U.S. adults
An observational report provides estimates for the proportion of U.S.
A new report reveals how many U.S. adults have known someone who died by suicide and how many have experienced suicidal thoughts themselves.
Case-control study links splenomegaly to elevated metabolic and inflammatory markers in chronic schizophrenia
Why do some people with schizophrenia develop an enlarged spleen?
A case-control study of 426 patients with chronic schizophrenia found those with splenomegaly had significantly higher levels of lipoprotein…
People with schizophrenia who have an enlarged spleen also show higher levels of cholesterol, blood fats, and inflammation markers compared …
Panic disorder symptoms decreased during guideline-based pharmacotherapy in small observational cohort
Panic disorder symptoms improved during six months of standard medication treatment
A retrospective observational cohort study of 41 adults with panic disorder found that Panic Disorder Severity Scale total and agoraphobia s…
Adults with panic disorder saw their symptoms and fear of crowds drop significantly after six months of standard medication treatment.
Qualitative study of Swiss therapists explores psychotherapeutic factors in psychedelic-assisted therapy
Swiss therapists describe how psychotherapy and psychedelics work together in treatment
A qualitative interview study with 7 Swiss therapists explored psychotherapeutic factors in psychedelic-assisted therapy (PAT).
Swiss therapists say psychedelics act as catalysts that amplify trust and profound experiences during standard psychotherapy sessions.
Phase 2 trial protocol tests oral hydrocortisone for PTSD prevention after trauma
Study tests single hydrocortisone pill after trauma to prevent PTSD symptoms
A phase 2 randomized controlled trial protocol describes a study of 201 trauma survivors in emergency departments.
A single hydrocortisone pill taken within six hours of trauma might help the brain process memories differently to prevent PTSD symptoms in …
Relaxing environment reduces anxiety before office intradetrusor chemodenervation in women with OAB
Relaxing environment with lavender and music reduces anxiety before bladder procedure
A single-center randomized trial in 80 women undergoing office intradetrusor chemodenervation for overactive bladder found that a relaxing e…
A calming room with lavender scent and soft music significantly lowered anxiety for women before their bladder procedure compared to a typic…
Meta-analysis finds distinct hedonic deficits in schizophrenia and depression
How do depression and schizophrenia change how we look forward to things?
A meta-analysis of 1,464 participants found schizophrenia spectrum individuals reported less anticipated pleasure than controls (g = -0.22, …
People with depression expect less joy and more dread from the future, while those with schizophrenia expect less joy but feel the same drea…
Narrative review proposes combining rTMS and mindfulness for treatment-resistant depression
Could combining brain stimulation with mindfulness help stubborn depression?
A narrative review proposes that combining repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (rTMS) with Mindfulness-Based Interventions (MBI) ma…
Combining brain stimulation with mindfulness might help stubborn depression by resetting brain circuits and building mental skills for lasti…