Mental health - Strategic Insights Report (Page 13)

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder

Delayed ADHD Diagnoses Disproportionately Affect Girls and Women, Causing Severe Negative Consequences

Girls and women with late-diagnosed attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) suffer from criticism, lack of support, and negative self-perception due to delayed diagnoses. A mixed-methods survey of 28 women with late-diagnosed ADHD revealed stark consequences of delayed diagnosis on quality of life and mental health. Participants reported internalizing criticism, describing disconcertingly

Mental health

20 Years of Aberrant Salience In Psychosis: What Have We Learned?

According to recent research by Yale University, the concept of "aberrant salience" in psychosis, introduced by Shitij Kapur 20 years ago, has been extensively evaluated and found wanting. The study, which was funded by the Connecticut Mental Health Center and the Connecticut State Department of Mental Health and

Cognition

Understanding Functioning in Schizophrenia through the Lens of Social Cognition

A new study conducted by researchers at the Mashhad University of Medical Sciences has shed light on the complex nature of functioning in schizophrenia. The study focused on understanding how social cognition contributes to the functional disabilities experienced by individuals with schizophrenia. Through a phenomenological approach, the researchers analyzed in-depth

Mental health

Breakthrough in Schizophrenia Research: New Hope for Cognitive Symptoms

Researchers at Volgograd State Medical University have made a significant breakthrough in the treatment of schizophrenia, focusing on the cognitive symptoms that current antipsychotics fail to manage effectively. The study, published in Research Results in Pharmacology, explores the potential of a new compound, RU-31, which selectively targets the 5-HT2A receptor,

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder

Delayed ADHD Diagnoses Disproportionately Affect Girls and Women

A new study highlights the significant consequences of delayed diagnoses of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) on girls and women. Conducted by researchers who employed a mixed-methods survey of 28 women with late-diagnosed ADHD, the study reveals the stark criticism and lack of support participants faced from society and medical professionals,

Mental health

Stigma in Substance Use Treatment: A Qualitative Study on Participant Perspectives

Research published in Drug and Alcohol Dependence Reports has explored the experiences of stigma in substance use treatment, coping strategies, and the contexts in which individuals feel stigmatized due to current or past substance use. The study, conducted by researchers at Yale School of Public Health, involved semi-structured interviews with

Bipolar disorder

Postpartum Mood Episodes in Bipolar Disorders

Research at San Luigi Gonzaga University Hospital has shed new light on the relationship between postpartum mood episodes and bipolar disorder (BD) in women with a history of BD type I and II. The study, published in the International Journal of Bipolar Disorders, aimed to investigate the rates and clinical

Medical research

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorders Study Reveals Critical Insights

Research presented in a recent report on post-traumatic stress disorders (PTSD) in military personnel highlights the evolving understanding of the condition. According to the study, the concept of PTSD has been documented since ancient times, with Herodotus describing cases of psychogenic losses in his "History." The research focuses

Mental health

Early-Onset Dementia Linked to Higher Psychosocial Burdens

A recent study published in the Innovation in Aging journal has found that individuals with early-onset dementia (EOD) experience higher levels of psychosocial burdens compared to those with late-onset dementia (LOD) and those without dementia. The research, conducted by a team of scientists at New York University (NYU), analyzed data

Mental health

Somatic Symptom Disorder in India: A Call for Cultural Sensitivity in Psychiatric Care

Research on Somatic Symptom Disorder (SSD) in India highlights the need for culturally sensitive interventions to reduce delays in psychiatric referrals and improve patient outcomes. A study conducted by the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) found that patients with SSD experience significant physical symptoms, including lack of energy,

Mental health

Breaking Down Barriers: Sixth Form Bolton Students Empowered as Mental Health First Aiders

The Sixth Form Bolton's students are making a significant impact in promoting mental health awareness and providing peer-to-peer support after completing a comprehensive Mental Health First Aider course. Led by assistant principal Sarah Ball, a total of 83 students and 45 staff members have now completed the training,

Medical research

Brainwide Measures of Functional Coupling May Not Be Suitable for Predicting Clinical Outcomes in Patients with Psychosis

Research conducted by a team of scientists at Orygen, led by Sidhant Chopra, explored the potential of brainwide measures of functional coupling in predicting clinical outcomes for patients experiencing their first episode of psychosis (FEP). The study, published in Biological Psychiatry Global Open Science, aimed to identify prognostic biomarkers that

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