October 15th 2024
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October 2nd 2024
Findings from a systematic review and meta-analysis showed 1 in 3 youth with chronic pain were diagnosed with anxiety and 1 in 8 were diagnosed with depression.
Depression Following Myocardial Infarction Raises Stroke Risk in US Adults
ACC 2022. Large study of US adults showed those with depression following MI were 50% more likely to experience a stroke than those who did not have depression.
Benefits of Exercise in CVD Risk Reduction More than Double in Anxiety, Depression
ACC 2022. Exercise lowers CVD risk in part by reducing the same neurobiologic activity associated with depression and anxiety, according to study authors.
Where are US Youth at Greatest Risk and Why? States Ranked on 6 Key Indicators
The highest percentage of youth without a high school diploma is in New Mexico and the youth poverty rate is highest in DC. More red flag indicators follow.
Mental Disorders Still a Burden on Global Health, According to New Analysis
The prevalence of mental disorders has been rising globally and the conditions today remain a leading cause of disease burden worldwide, found 30-year systemic analysis.
Two-thirds of Americans with Mental Illness Support Use of Psychedelics, Survey Finds
Americans with anxiety, depression, and PTSD would be willing to try ketamine, psilocybin, and MDMA if they worked better than traditional medications, a Harris Poll finds.
Pandemic-induced Sleep Disturbance Affects More than Half of US Adults
"COVID-somnia," defined as a group of chronic sleep disturbances, has made adequate rest elusive for millions, including health care first responders.
The "Lorna Breen Act" in Short
Click through a short summary of the provisions of the Dr Lorna Breen Health Care Provider Protection Act.
Dr Lorna Breen Health Care Provider Protection Act Passed by Senate in Unanimous Vote
The first-of-its-kind legislation would authorize $35 million for programs aimed at practitioner mental health education and campaigns to support seeking help.
Loneliness in Aging Adults Associated with High-risk Medication Use
Older adults who report being "highly lonely" are up to 2.5 times more likely to use opioid analgesics, sedatives, and anxiolytics.
Study Emphasizes Primary Care’s Crucial Role in Combatting COVID-19-related Mental Illness
Compared to psychiatrists and subspecialists, the proportion of visits to primary care was higher for patients with depression or anxiety and any mental illness in a new cross-sectional study.
Improved Outcomes Seen with Regular Antidepressant Use in Patients with Diabetes and Depression
Antidepressant therapy, used as prescribed, reduced risk for advanced complications of diabetes and death among more than 36 000 patients with comorbid diabetes and depression.
COVID-19 Pandemic Took a Huge Toll on Physician Mental Health
The COVID-19 pandemic has sorely challenged the emotional well being of all healthcare providers. Here, a look back is followed by a guide to moving forward.
Mental Health & Cardiovascular Disease: What's the Link?
What does the latest research say about the association between mental health and cardiovascular disease? Scroll through our quick slideshow for an overview.
New Collaborative Care Model May Improve Mental Health Needs of Primary Care Patients
Developed by researchers from the University of Pennsylvania Health System, the model uses a referral management system to support primary care patients with mental health needs.
FDA Warns Lamotrigine May Cause Arrhythmias in Persons with Heart Disease
Healthcare providers are advised to weigh carefully the risks vs benefits of continuing lamotrigine therapy and not to substitute with another drug from the class.
Risk of Depression Significantly Higher after Stroke vs Heart Attack
Stroke patients are nearly 50% more likely vs heart attack patients to develop depression, according to new research being presented at the upcoming International Stroke Conference.
Irregular Sleeping Patterns Linked to Depression, Bad Mood in First-Year Medical Students
Irregular sleeping patterns can increase risk of depression and lower daily mood over the long term, according to a new study of first-year medical students.
Treating Major Depressive Disorder: 7 Questions on Guidelines from the American College of Physicians
Are you caught up on the latest guidance for the nonpharmacologic and pharmacologic treatment of major depressive disorder? Find out with this quick quiz.
Depression Screening Tools for Primary Care
Prevalence of depression in the US has increased nearly 3-fold since before COVID-19. Here, a primer on the best assessment tools for depression diagnosis in primary care.
Ketamine Mechanism of Action in Depression Observed in New Study
Ketamine used in patients with treatment-resistant depression operates via serotonin 1B receptors by way of a previously unknown mechanism of action, according to a new study from Sweden.
EEG May Speed Antidepressant Choice
Analysis of EEG data from patients with major depressive disorder predicted response to SSRI treatment with accuracy of nearly 80%, according to a new study.
Depression Treatment in Primary Care Gets a Lift
Highlights from a recent evidence-based review offer guidance on feasible depression treatments in primary care.
Depression Presents Diagnostic Challenges in Primary Care
Highlights of an evidence-based review offer practical guidance for effective depression screening and assessment strategies for primary care physicians.
Depression Severity Strongly Linked to Non-Fatal Cardiovascular Disease
A new study being presented next week at AHA's 2019 Scientific Sessions found a strong link between depression and non-fatal heart disease.
"Brain Pacemaker" Shows Promise for Treatment-Resistant Depression
A new study suggests that deep brain stimulation may be a safe and effective treatment option for patients with treatment-resistant depression.
10 New Drugs for Primary Care: Q1 2019
Highlights: The first liquid solution of colchicine for prophylaxis of gout, the first generic version of Advair Diskus, and 8 more new and approved drugs.
Top 5 Depression Apps for Primary Care Providers
This month, our app reviewer selected the top 5 depression apps that you and your patients can use. Which ones made the cut?
Treatment-resistant Depression: 5 Steps to Follow for Primary Care
Five tips for PCPs on managing treatment-resistant depression were offered at the ACP Internal Medicine Meeting 2018 today. Patient Care offers a summary.
Sleep Apnea Increases the Risk of Depression in Men
The association remained statistically significant even after adjusting for age, waist circumference, smoking, and other confounders.
Depression Comes in All Forms
Successful identification and treatment of depression is possible in busy primary care settings. Here are 5 questions about depression to test your knowledge.