Psychiatry’s Blind Spot: New research shows mental health conditions have biological triggers – ABC listen

Groundbreaking new research by a leading Oxford University psychiatrist has found that many serious mental health disorders can have biological and bodily triggers, which could radically transform the way mental illness is understood and treated. Evidence is accumulating that a damaged immune system can lead to diseases such as obsessive-compulsive disorder, tics, anxiety, depression and … Read more

Antenatal corticosteroid treatment may increase the risk of childhood mental health disorders | 2 Minute Medicine

1. In a retrospective cohort study, prenatal corticosteroid exposure increased the risk of childhood mental health disorders for infants born at term and late preterm. 2. Notable childhood mental health disorders associated with antenatal corticosteroids included developmental delay, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, and altered emotions. Evidence Rating Level: 2 (Good) Study Summary: Maternal antenatal corticosteroid … Read more

Regular patterns of activity are important for healthy aging and mental health, study suggests

According to a new study led by researchers at the University of Pittsburgh, older adults who consistently get up early and stay active throughout the day are happier and perform better on cognitive tests than those with irregular activity patterns. The findings, published online at JAMA Psychiatry, suggest that the activity patterns -; not only … Read more

New Tyler nonprofit focuses on adult mental health

Smith County Clubhouse, a new nonprofit focusing on adult mental health and recovery, is now open in Tyler. The organization’s mission is to empower adults living with mental illness to shape their own recovery process, be part of Clubhouse work activities, develop friendships and experience a better quality of life, according to Clubhouse Executive Director … Read more

Diabetes and psychiatric disorders: Dublin study finds connection between mental health and Type 2 diabetes

The onset of diabetes can throw off the control of mental health disorders and vice versa. Photo: iStock KEY POINTS It is a well known fact that diabetes is a health condition that does not operate in a vacuum. It is not impossible to control high blood sugar with determination and discipline. A study now … Read more

Researchers call for greater clarity on what constitutes ‘mental health problem’

ANI | Updated: February 14, 2022 11:40 PM IST Bath [England], February 14 (ANI): Theoretical models refer to a theory, or a set of theories, that seek to explain how a problem should be understood and answered. a model for Health“>mind Health problems refers to the causes and characteristics of the condition. Now a new … Read more