Six Lithium Dose Predictors Identified for Patients With Bipolar Disorder
Six predictors of lithium dose requirements are identified in patients with bipolar disorder, including age, sex, and kidney function, offering insights into individualized dosing strategies to optimize treatment outcomes.
December 2022
Psychiatric Comorbidity Common Among Individuals With Multiple Psychiatric Disorders
More than half of individuals with a psychiatric disorder will experience multiple comorbidities throughout their lifetime, emphasizing the complexity of mental health conditions and the need for integrated treatment approaches.
December 2022
Sedentary Lifestyle Linked to Heightened Stress Reactivity
Sedentary behavior is associated with increased cardiovascular, inflammatory, and cortisol reactivity to acute psychological stress, highlighting the potential impact of physical activity interventions on stress management and overall health.
December 2022
Pandemic-Related Weight Gain: Psychological and Behavioral Predictors
Psychological distress, pre-pandemic weight, and household composition, including the presence of children, emerge as significant predictors of pandemic-related weight gain, underscoring the multifactorial nature of obesity risk during the COVID-19 pandemic.
December 2022
Psychotherapy Demonstrates Efficacy in Treating Depression and Dementia
Psychotherapy shows promise in alleviating depression and improving quality of life for individuals with dementia, emphasizing the importance of integrated psychosocial interventions in the management of cognitive and mood disorders.
December 2022
High Prevalence of Neurological Complaints One Year After COVID-19 Diagnosis
A high prevalence of neurological complaints persists one year after COVID-19 diagnosis, emphasizing the long-term impact of the disease on neurological function and the need for comprehensive post-acute care services for affected individuals.
November 2022
Fatty Liver Disease and Metabolic Dysfunction: Impact of Lifestyle Changes During the Pandemic
Lifestyle changes during the COVID-19 pandemic have contributed to the exacerbation of fatty liver disease associated with metabolic dysfunction, highlighting the complex interplay between environmental factors and metabolic health in disease progression.
November 2022
