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Schizophrenia Codes for Nursing Home Patients With Dementia Grew After Antipsychotic Reporting Began

12/01/2021

After the implementation of the CMS public reporting of nursing home antipsychotic use, the proportion of residents with different forms of dementia also diagnosed with schizophrenia increased — and more so among patients who were Black...

After the implementation of the...

12/01/2021

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Combined Intervention Shows Promise for Easing Negative Symptoms of Psychosis

12/01/2021

Jolynn Tumolo ;

New research shows an intervention combining CBSST-CCT improved negative symptoms and verbal learning in adults with schizophrenia.

New research shows an...

12/01/2021

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SSRI Reduces Negative Effects of Psilocybin, With No Impact on Positive Mood Effects in Study

11/30/2021

Tom Valentino ;

In a study conducted by the University Hospital Basel Liechti Lab and sponsored by MindMed, the selective serotonin uptake inhibitor escitalopram was found to have no impact on psilocybin’s positive mood effects while also reducing anxiety...

In a study conducted by the...

11/30/2021

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Insomnia Treatment Beneficial for Prevention of Depression in Older Adults

11/29/2021

Erin McGuinness ;

Insomnia treatment can be beneficial in preventing depression for older adults, according to recent findings published in JAMA Psychiatry.

Insomnia treatment can be...

11/29/2021

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Smartphone App Reduces Symptoms in Users With Serious Mental Illness

11/29/2021

Jolynn Tumolo ;

A smartphone app designed to challenge dysfunctional beliefs in people with serious mental illness reduced symptoms of depression and anxiety as well as functional impairment.

A smartphone app designed to...

11/29/2021

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Patients Receiving Inpatient Care for Eating Disorders Doubled During Pandemic

11/28/2021

Tom Valentino ;

The number of patients receiving inpatient care for eating disorders per month doubled in May 2020, according to a recent study conducted by researchers from the University of Pennsylvania, OptumLabs, and the Corporal Michael J. Crescenz VA...

The number of patients receiving...

11/28/2021

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Migraine History Appears to Increase Risk for Peripartum Depression and Anxiety

11/24/2021

Jolynn Tumolo ;

A history of migraine may be a risk factor for anxiety symptoms in mid-pregnancy and for mixed symptoms of depression and anxiety in later stages of pregnancy, according to a study published in the Journal of Affective Disorders.

A history of migraine may be a...

11/24/2021

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Evolution of Psychotherapy Promises Exciting Lineup of Thought Leaders and Celebrity Keynotes

11/24/2021

Meagan Thistle ;

The 36th annual Evolution of Psychotherapy conference will feature thought leaders who share ideas, promote convergence, and highlight unifying principles that guide effective clinical work. 

The 36th annual Evolution of...

11/24/2021

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Recent Psychedelic Use Associated With 55% Decrease in Daily Opioid Consumption

11/22/2021

Tom Valentino ;

Recent psychedelic use was associated with a significant decrease in odds of daily illicit opioid use, according to a new study in Canada—the first longitudinal research to link psychedelic use with lower daily opioid use.

Recent psychedelic use was...

11/22/2021

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American Psychiatric Association Releases Statement Following House Passage of the Build Back Better Act

11/19/2021

Erin McGuinness ;

The US House of Representatives passed the Build Back Better Act today, which includes investments for the care of substance use disorder and mental health among the $2 trillion in spending.

The US House of Representatives...

11/19/2021

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