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Positive Top-line Results for Novel Psychedelic in MDD

Medscape Medical News January 26, 2023

Top-line phase 2a trial results of experimental psychedelic tryptamine showed a 57% reduction in major depressive disorder symptoms 3 months after a single dose when combined with supportive therapy.
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FDA Approves Second Anti-Amyloid for Alzheimer's Disease

FDA Approvals January 6, 2023
Genetic Predisposition to ADHD Linked to Alzheimer's Risk

Medscape Medical News December 16, 2022

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Even Low-Level Air Pollution Ups Depression, Anxiety Risk

Medscape Medical News February 1, 2023
Vitamin D Supplementation Linked to Fewer Suicide Attempts

Medscape Medical News February 1, 2023
Frequent Visits to Green Spaces Linked to Lower Use of Some Meds

Medscape Medical News February 1, 2023
The Climb: The Power of Movement for Healing and Mental Health

WebMD Health News January 31, 2023
Loneliness Risk Elevated Among Young Cancer Survivors

Medscape Medical News January 31, 2023
Sadists and Psychopaths Love Fire

Quick Take January 31, 2023
'Depression Circuit' Identified in MS Patients

Medscape Medical News January 31, 2023
Autism Linked to Poor Cardiovascular Health

Medscape Medical News January 31, 2023

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Four Methods to Chip Away at Imposter Syndrome

Blog October 21, 2022

Lorenzo Norris, MD, takes a look at the rise in the prevalence of imposter syndrome in healthcare professionals and gives some practical points to start reclaiming our authentic self.
Bipolar Disorder in Youth: Assessment in Primary Care Pediatrics

Commentary January 13, 2023

The pediatrician's office may be the first setting for a child and parent to present with mood symptoms and concerns about bipolar disorder.
Medical Student Well-Being During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Commentary January 9, 2023
Physicians Behaving Badly: Is It Arrogance, Insecurity, or Stress?

Expert Interview December 28, 2022

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Treatment Preferences Among Adults With Cognitive Impairment

Journal of the American Geriatrics Society February 2, 2023
Histopathologic Features of Breast Tissue From Transgender Men

American Journal of Clinical Pathology February 1, 2023
Birth Weight, Childhood Obesity and Age at Menarche Link

Clinical Endocrinology February 1, 2023
Blood Pressure Lowering and Prevention of Dementia

European Heart Journal January 31, 2023
Improvement of ADHD in Three Men During Testosterone Treatment

Journal of Medical Case Reports January 27, 2023
Opioids and Changes in Cognitive Function in Older Adults

Journal of the American Geriatrics Society January 26, 2023

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Skill Checkup: Woman With Cognitive Impairment and Memory Loss

Skill Checkup January 31, 2023

A 71-year-old woman presents with signs of self-reported cognitive impairment and primarily short-term memory loss. Symptoms have worsened in the past 6 months. How would you manage this patient?
Fast Five Quiz: Alcoholism (Alcohol Use Disorder)

Fast Five Quiz January 24, 2023
Rapid Rx Quiz: Substance Use Disorder Medications

Interactive Quiz January 24, 2023
A 38-Year-Old Woman’s Screaming, Thrashing Alarms Her Husband

Case Challenge January 24, 2023

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More Physicians Are Experiencing Burnout and Depression

Medscape Medical News February 1, 2023

Burnout can lead to a cascade of problems for physicians, including disrespect from coworkers and signs of depression, a new Medscape report shows.
Using Live Pigs in Residency Training Sparks Heated Debate

Medscape Medical News February 1, 2023
Medical Board Charges Doctor for Spreading COVID Misinformation

Medscape Medical News February 1, 2023
Despite High Spending, US Ranks Last in Health Outcomes: Study

WebMD Health News January 31, 2023

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