Just as precision medicine revolutionized cancer treatment, precision psychiatry is poised to transform mental health care. New targeted therapies, tailored to individual genetic and neurobiological profiles, promise a future where psychiatric treatments are as personalized as our fingerprints.
ADHD diagnoses and stimulant prescriptions have surged, but are we treating a real need or overdiagnosing?Medications are not without downsides, as new research reveals potential risks of high-dose Adderall, including a heightened chance of psychosis. Before filling that next prescription, here’s what patients, parents, and clinicians need to know.
New research shows over 40% of young football players already show signs of CTE, with high school athletes facing increased risks of depression and anxiety. As evidence of long-term brain damage grows, is football worth the risk? And for those affected, what can be done to recover?
Fertility treatment, particularly IVF, can be a complex and emotionally taxing process that may require a multifaceted approach to support.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) has long been touted as a powerful tool for managing mental health, but its impact may go far beyond simple coping strategies. New research suggests that CBT could actually alter the brain's neural pathways.
Sex addiction, or hypersexuality, describes compulsive sexual behavior that disrupts lives and relationships. Despite its impact, it is not recognized in the DSM-5, leaving many questioning its exclusion.