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Brain Scans Could Help Spot Schizophrenia Earlier
Imaging technology might advance treatment of psychotic disorders, researchers say. Scanning technology has helped researchers pinpoint the part of the brain that appears to be where psychotic disorders such as schizophrenia begin. More from U.S. News and World Report 09/09/09 >>

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National Suicide Hotline Inundated by Economically Distressed
In yet another sign of the emotional impact the recession is having on everyday Americans, the government on Thursday announced a cash infusion aimed at dozens of crisis call centers that operate as part of the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, which has in the past several months reported record increases in distress calls. More from ABC News, 8/07/09 >>

 

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Sick Kids Add to Workplace Anxiety: A recent study shows that parents of disabled or chronically ill children suffer physical and mental-health problems that increase absenteeism. Experts recommend family-leave and alternative programs as well as more communication about company benefits. Human Resource Executive Online, 8/05/09 >>

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Little Attention Paid to Effect of Parents' Depression on Their Children: The Institute of Medicine notes there are large gaps in knowledge about the effects of parental depression on children and a need for multigenerational approaches to care. Read more in Psychiatric News, 7/03/09 >>

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