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Pharmacologic Options for Treatment-Resistant Depression: An Expert Interview With Charles B. Nemeroff, MD, PhD
Although many depressed patients respond at least partially to antidepressant treatment, these responders often remain symptomatic. When should you consider augmenting treatment?
Medscape Psychiatry & Mental Health, June 2008
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Evidence That Amitriptyline May Be Effective in Treating Diarrhea-Predominant Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Dr. George Lundberg suggests that low-dose amitriptyline may be worth trying for treating diarrhea-predominant irritable bowel syndrome.
The Medscape Journal of Medicine, June 2008
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New Guidelines for Resistant Hypertension From the AHA, Plus Targets, Treatments, and Marriage
This month sees new AHA guidelines, new explanations for the benefits of statins, protection against headaches, happily married vs single life, and proof of regression in an imaging study.
Medscape Cardiology, June 2008
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Overcoming Barriers to Reporting Adverse Drug Events
These strategies make it easier to report adverse drug events, which is an important responsibility for clinicians.
Medscape Pharmacists, May 2008
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Incidence, Impact, and Current Management Strategies for Treatment-Resistant Major Depressive Disorder
This expert column explores the epidemiology, clinical impact, and management strategies associated with treatment-resistant major depressive disorder.
Medscape Psychiatry & Mental Health, May 2008
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Emerging Treatments for Adult ADHD: An Expert Interview With David Goodman, MD
As options for treating ADHD grow, information about side effects and risks is also emerging. Should patients undergo ECG before treatment? When is insomnia an effect of treatment and when of ADHD?
Medscape Psychiatry & Mental Health, May 2008
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Should Women on Methadone Maintenance Breast-Feed Their Infants?
A study published in the January 2008 issue of Pediatrics looks at methadone concentrations in breast milk.
Medscape Pediatrics, May 2008
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AHA Recommendations on Cardiovascular Monitoring in Patients With ADHD and Heart Disease
The AHA has recommended ECGs for children/adolescents being considered for, and in some cases, already receiving, stimulant agents for ADHD. What are the clinical implications of this recommendation?
Medscape Psychiatry & Mental Health, May 2008
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Urgent Issues in Mental Health Now: An Expert Interview With Thomas R. Insel, MD
This Expert Interview explores the state of psychiatry in terms of recent success, the current state of research and clinical care, and challenges that must be addressed as the field progresses.
Medscape Psychiatry & Mental Health, May 2008
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What Should I Do When I Suspect That a Patient Is Suicidal?
I work in a primary care setting. What is the best course of action if I suspect that a patient is suicidal?
Medscape Nurses, May 2008
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Guanfacine Extended Release for Pediatric Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder?
A study published in the January 2008 edition of Pediatrics looks at the alpha2-adrenoceptor agonist as a treatment for ADHD.
Medscape Pediatrics, May 2008
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Icyou: How Social Media Is the New Resource for Online Health Information
Prerna Mona Khanna, MD, MPH, Medical Editor, Icyou.com, Charleston, South Carolina, describes another promising use of the health Internet.
The Medscape Journal of Medicine, May 2008
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Managing Expectations and Individualizing Treatment for Adults With ADHD: An Expert Interview With Richard H. Weisler, MD
Engaging adults with ADHD in treatment presents specific challenges. How do patient and provider characteristics influence treatment choices? Which comorbid conditions affect adherence?
Medscape Psychiatry & Mental Health, May 2008
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Congress Passes Genetic Privacy Bill
In this videoblog, Dr. Eric Topol updates us on some of the details and discusses what this might mean for the future if it is signed into law.
May 2008
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Newly Published Guidelines for Pediatric Bipolar Disorder
Pediatric patients meet the same symptomatic diagnostic criteria as adults in bipolar disorder and suffer similar significant impairment.
Medscape Psychiatry & Mental Health, May 2008
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How Does TMS Work in Treating Refractory Depression?
What is the pharmacologic mechanism of transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS)?
Medscape Pharmacists, May 2008
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Genes That Mediate Risk for Depression and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
Genetic inheritance and early traumatic life events contribute to the development of MDD and PTSD in adults. Emerging data indicates that specific genes may be used to identify individuals at risk.
Medscape Psychiatry & Mental Health, May 2008
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An Update on the Investigational Antipsychotic Iloperidone: An Expert Interview With Andrew J. Cutler, MD
Emerging antipsychotics vary in their receptor targets and side effect profiles. How do these investigational agents fit the growing interest in pharmacogenomics? A researcher discusses early trial results.
Medscape Psychiatry & Mental Health, April 2008
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A Question of Priorities in the Treatment of Breast Cancer
M. Carolina Hinestrosa, MA, MPH, Executive Vice President, Programs and Planning, National Breast Cancer Coalition, Washington, DC, gives a cautionary challenge on proper use of ESAs.
The Medscape Journal of Medicine, April 2008
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How Can I Recognize Munchausen Syndrome by Proxy?
When should I suspect Munchausen syndrome by proxy in a patient?
Medscape Nurses, April 2008
