Psychiatric

The use of Ozempic has exploded in recent years, but despite what you might have seen on social media, this once-weekly injection is not officially approved for weight loss, only the treatment of diabetes.As more doctors prescribe the medication – and related weight-loss drug Wegovy – for appetite suppression, some researchers are growing concerned that the side effects may outweigh the long-term benefits for some individuals.Now, scientists have identified a potentially rare ramification of semaglutide (the drug behind…

A research review in the New England Journal of Medicine highlights the growing concern over cannabis use disorder, exacerbated by increased cannabis potency and usage. This disorder, affecting a significant portion of Americans, particularly young adults, is often accompanied by other psychiatric conditions. Credit: SciTechDaily.comReview article published in the New England Journal of Medicine finds 16 million Americans have cannabis use disorder.The widespread use of cannabis (marijuana) and its increased potency are…

November 22, 20235min readSurvivors of gun violence, especially young ones, are often forgotten among those affected by such shootings, and they bear a substantial health burden over the following yearBy Lori YoumshajekianCommunity members embrace each other at a vigil for the 21 victims in the mass shooting at Robb Elementary School on May 25, 2022 in Uvalde, Texas. Nineteen students and two adults were killed. Last year more than 4,500 children and teenagers were killed by gunfire in the U.S., and many more were…

In the end, Garrett was lucky. A hospital scan three months later revealed a bacterial sinus infection. A course of antibiotics cured the infection and brought about a striking improvement in his psychiatric symptoms. Garrett had been suffering from PANDAS, which stands for Paediatric Autoimmune-Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Streptococcus. Many other children are not so fortunate; some have suffered long-term damage. In plain English, Garrett’s unsettling…

Amanda Bynes checks out of psychiatric facility ( Photo Credit – Wikimedia ) Amanda Bynes has checked out of her psychiatric facility. The 37-year-old actress has left the mental health facility almost two weeks after she was admitted, but has worked with her team to put a plan in place to keep her healthy. TMZ reports. Amanda Bynes will start outpatient care and will have a medical professional checking in daily, while Amanda will also be monitored to ensure she is taking her medication. Last month, Amanda Bynes…

Amanda Bynes’ psychiatric hold will be extended beyond the mandatory 72-hour period. The troubled actor, 37, who was released from a psychiatric hospital in April, was intercepted by Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) officers recently. They intercepted her after responding to a call about a woman in distress. The star was taken to a police station where a medical unit was waiting to assess and determine if she needed further treatment. As per reports, sources informed that her family is “concerned”…

A study from the University of Oslo has discovered a shared genetic basis for cannabis use and psychiatric disorders such as schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, suggesting that a subset of the population might have a higher genetic risk for both. This discovery could have significant clinical implications, such as informing personalized preventive measures, targeted treatments, and more specialized patient stratification.A recent study published in the journal Lancet Psychiatry, led by the <span…

A study by Finnish researchers suggests that a higher than recommended daily dose of vitamin D3 supplementation during the early years of life may reduce the risk of psychiatric symptoms in later childhood.Early childhood intake of a higher than recommended dose of vitamin D3 may reduce psychiatric symptoms in later childhood, according to a Finnish study. Children receiving triple the standard dose of vitamin D displayed fewer symptoms of depression, anxiety, and withdrawn behavior than those on the standard dose. The…

Pete Davidson’s Stalker Placed Into A Psychiatric Facility After Being Declared Unfit To Stand Trial ( Photo Credit – Show Still ) American comedian Pete Davidson was a cast member on the NBC late-night sketch comedy series Saturday Night Live for eight seasons. He also has several comedy specials but more than his work, he made headlines for his affairs with several Hollywood actresses and models. His romances with Kim Kardashian, Ariana Grande, Kaia Gerber, Cazzie David, Kate Beckinsale and Emily Ratajkowski…

Get our free weekly email for all the latest cinematic news from our film critic Clarisse LoughreyGet our The Life Cinematic email for freeReports have suggested that the former child star Amanda Bynes has been placed “on psychiatric hold” in California following a mental health episode.The Independent has contacted Bynes’ representative for comment.Just days before reports surfaced, Bynes was spotted walking in Hollywood when a fan approached her and filmed a TikTok as the pair walked together.In the video, shared by…