Posts Tagged ‘psychiatry research’
Gifts of the MAGI in Schizophrenia and Bipolar Disorder
These findings are not about the classic story of gift-giving, although the MAGI genes (officially named membrane associated guanylate kinase, WW and PDZ domain containing proteins) do influence brain function in important ways. [Read More]
Addiction Roots Dependent Upon A Person’s Sex?
A new report from Yale researchers considers the different biological mechanisms associated with cocaine addiction between men and women. It is hoped that the study could shed some light onto effective therapies to help curb cravings, and ultimately break the addiction [Read More]
New Study Links Depression To Low Levels Of Vitamin D
A new report from psychiatrists at UT Southwestern has pointed to a correlation between low levels of vitamin D and depression. Researchers discovered that lower levels of vitamin D were apparent in people with current depressive symptoms, particularly those who had a [Read More]
Telepsychiatry Is Useful For Assessing Mental Health Problems
New research from UC Davis has shown that psychiatrists are able to accurately assess patients mental health problems by viewing pre-recorded video interviews. [Read More]
