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Sharecare News posted a story about Psychiatry:FRIDAY, June 14 (HealthDay News) -- Dogs may once again prove to be man's best friend, this time in new canine research findings that might help doctors get a better handle on obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) in humans.
Brain scans suggest that dogs who suffer from a comparably debilit...Full Article
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Charles Sophy answered:Why do doctors use magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)?MRI’s are ideal for: Visualizing shoulder injuries Diagnosing multiple sclerosis Diagnosing... Full Post -
Sharecare News posted a story about Psychiatry:WEDNESDAY, May 29 (HealthDay News) -- Children taking stimulants to treat attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) don't face a greater risk of becoming drug addicts in adulthood, researchers report.
Whether or not these medications (such as Ritalin or Adderall) increase the odds ...Full Article
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Charles Sophy answered:Is binge drinking more dangerous for girls?According to the CDC, binge drinking results in nearly 23,000 deaths in women and girls each year... Full Post -
Sharecare News posted a story about Psychiatry:WEDNESDAY, May 22 (HealthDay News) -- People who endure chronic migraines or back pain are more likely to attempt suicide, whether or not they also suffer from depression or another psychiatric condition, according to a new study.
"Clinicians who are seeing patients with certain pain cond...Full Article
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Sharecare News posted a story about Psychiatry:MONDAY, May 20 (HealthDay News) -- As the American Psychiatric Association unveiled last week the latest edition of what is considered the "bible" of modern psychiatry, the uproar over its many changes continues.
"This is unprecedented, the amount of commentary and debate and criticism," ...Full Article
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Sharecare News posted a story about Psychiatry:FRIDAY, May 17 (HealthDay News) -- As the American Psychiatric Association unveils the latest edition of what is considered the "bible" of modern psychiatry this weekend, the uproar over its many changes continues.
"This is unprecedented, the amount of commentary and debate and criticism,...Full Article
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Charles Sophy answered:What are vestibular tests?Vestibular tests are tests that help determine if there is a problem with the vestibular [balance]... Full Post -
Charles Sophy answered:What are vestibular tests?Vestibular tests are tests that help determine if there is a problem with the vestibular [balance]... Full Post -
Charles Sophy answered:As a caregiver, what should I do if I question a doctor's order?It is perfectly fine to question a doctor’s order due to your desire for a better... Full Post -
Charles Sophy answered:Is playing video games unhealthy for kids?Depending on the content and themes of the video games and the kids’ personalities (such as... Full Post -
Charles Sophy answered:Is playing video games unhealthy for kids?Depending on the content and themes of the video games and the kids’ personalities (such as... Full Post -
Sharecare News posted a story about Psychiatry:WEDNESDAY, May 1 (HealthDay News) -- Depression is relatively common in patients who undergo heart bypass surgery, and a new study finds that short-term use of antidepressants may aid patients' recovery.
"Depression among patients requiring or having undergone [bypass] surgery is high and...Full Article
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Charles Sophy answered:Do negative emotions signify poor emotional health?No, negative emotions do not necessarily signify poor emotional health especially if they are... Full Post -
Sharecare News posted a story about Psychiatry:FRIDAY, April 12 (HealthDay News) -- When the latest version of what is considered the "bible" of psychiatry is unveiled in May, experts believe several changes in it will broaden both the definition and diagnosis of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder -- or ADHD.
But experts also di...Full Article

