Posts Tagged ‘clinical psychology’
Lingering Psychological Effects Of The Holocaust
New research shows Holocaust survivors are still psychologically affected by their experiences. Many survivors report PTSD symptoms and poor psychological well being. [Read More]
Female Veterans With PTSD More Likely To Also Report Medical Problems
New research suggests that veterans who suffer from PTSD are also more likely to suffer more medical illnesses than those without PTSD. This is more so the case for female veterans. [Read More]
Patients Who Keep Diaries While In Intensive Care Have Reduced Risk Of PTSD
1 in 10 patients who spend more than 48 hours in intensive care develop post traumatic stress disorder. Researchers in the UK have discovered that providing diaries to patients in intensive care, and providing a debriefing after their stay can help reduce PTSD in patients. [Read More]
Researchers Detail Sequence Of Reactions Caused By Prozac At Neuronal Level
New research details, for the first time, the sequence of reactions caused by popular SSRI antidepressant, Prozac, at a neuronal level. [Read More]
PTCHD1 Gene Mutation Linked To Autism In Boys
Researchers have discovered a link between mutations in the PTCHD1 gene on the X-chromosome and an increased risk of developing autism in boys. As males inherit both X and Y chromosomes, the genetic mutation could explain why boys are four times more likely to develop ASD [Read More]
Life With A Mentally Ill Parent – A Reader’s Story
We recently posted an article about the effects on a child growing up with a mentally ill parent. Within days, we received numerous emails from users wishing to share their own experiences of their lives with mentally ill parents, and the subsequent effects this has left [Read More]
Cognitive Therapy To Alter Negative Perceptions May Help Loneliness
A new study by researchers at the University of Chicago has discovered that reducing a person's negative perceptions of others is key to reducing loneliness. The study suggests that loneliness is a cognitive issue and can be changed by utilizing cognitive behavioral [Read More]
Veterans With PTSD Have Almost Twice The Risk Of Dementia
New research released by the VA Medical Center, Texas reports of a link between PTSD and dementia. The research suggests Veterans suffering PTSD had almost a double risk of later being diagnosed with dementia that those who did not exhibit PTSD symptoms. [Read More]
More than 5 Million Men Affected By Male Menopause
A new report from Northwestern Memorial Health Care suggests that more than five million men suffer from "male menopause". [Read More]
Heroin And Other Drug Addiction After Prescription Medication
Researchers at the University of Buffalo have discovered that 31 out of 75 patients hospitalized for opioid detoxification first became hooked on drugs after being prescribed medication for pain. [Read More]
