Professional

RSS ( Medscape Psychiatry & Mental Health Headlines )

Latest medical news, articles, and features from Medscape Psychiatry & Mental Health

Emergency Departments: A Missed Opportunity for Suicide Prevention?

Emergency department visits by patients presenting with mental health concerns may represent a missed opportunity to detect those at high risk for suicide.
Medscape Medical News

Posted on 29 July 2010 | 11:01 am

Sleep Behavior Disorder May Precede Neurodegenerative Disorders by Decades

The finding has important implications for early diagnosis and future interventions to slow or halt neurodegenerative process, researchers say.
Medscape Medical News

Posted on 29 July 2010 | 10:22 am

High Levels of Early Maternal Affection May Lower Emotional Distress in Adult Offspring

Early nurturing and affection from mothers can positively affect the long-term mental health of children into adulthood, according to a large study.
Medscape Medical News

Posted on 28 July 2010 | 2:44 pm