September 2021 – Page 2

Sep 29 2021

Synaptic dysfunction in schizophrenia

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Schizophrenia, which can cause disrupted thought and mood, delusions and hallucinations, is among the most debilitating mental disorders and the most mysterious.

Sep 29 2021

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St. Luke’s invests in research on cancer, schizophrenia

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THE Basic Science Research Laboratory (BSRL) of St. Luke’s Medical Center College of Medicine-William H. Quasha Memorial (SLMCCM-WHQM) is investing in equipment to support its cancer research, among …

Sep 29 2021

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A 17-Year-Old With Hallucinations About Martians and Paranoia

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A 17-year-old boy believes he is being chased by martians. No alcohol or hallucinogen use has been identified, but he recently tried marijuana for the first time. Can you make...

Sep 28 2021

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Schizophrenia tied to higher risk for severe COVID-19

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(HealthDay)—Individuals with schizophrenia are at increased risk for COVID-19 morbidity and mortality versus individuals without schizophrenia, according to a study published in the September issue of …

Sep 28 2021

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Words Matter: What to Say to Someone With Schizophrenia

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The researchers found that the attitudes of patients with schizophrenia were more authoritarian, more socially restrictive, and less benevolent with the use of the term “schizophrenic.” “Language …

Sep 28 2021

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Despite high-profile trials, violent tendencies not typical among those with schizophrenia

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Two insanity trials recently held in Eastern Connecticut involved mentally ill individuals, but violence is not typical for sufferers.

Sep 28 2021

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Synaptic dysfunction in schizophrenia

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Schizophrenia, which can cause disrupted thought and mood, delusions and hallucinations, is among the most debilitating mental disorders and the most mysterious.

Sep 28 2021

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Schizophrenia drugs may increase breast cancer risk, finds Lancet study

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According to a new study conducted by Heidi Taipale and his colleagues, the use of antipsychotics that boost prolactin levels is strongly related with an elevated risk of breast cancer...

Sep 27 2021

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