Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation Inhibits Tinnitus A team of German researchers have completed a study that suggests that Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation, which induces an electrical current in nearby regions of the brain to diagnose brain abnormalities may be an effective inhibitor of tinnitus. Lexapro Approved for Generalized Anxiety Disorder The SSRI Lexapro (escitalopram oxalate) has been approved for treatment of Generalized Anxiety Diorder (in addition to treatment of depression). Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) - MEDLINE Plus The National Library of Medicine has compiled these resources on the subject of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). Information about SSRI Antidepressants SSRIs are popular antidepressants, but they can have side effects. Find out more about such as Celexa (citalopram), Luvox (fluvoxamine), Paxil (paroxetine), Prozac (fluoxetine), and Zoloft (sertraline). Counting Assholes Counting assholes can help you drive more safely without getting angry at other drivers. Try it next time you find yourself getting angry on the highway. My Antidepressant Doesnt Work. What Can My Psychiatrist Do? Patients don't always respond to antidepressants. Psychiatrists have several options when this happens. Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), A Real Illness A brochure produced by NIMH to help people understand Generalized Anxiety Disorder Risperdal (resperidone) Information Information about Risperdal (resperidone) - the second atypical antidepressant which has fewer side-effects than older medications. Facts about Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Information about Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder from NIMH Schizophrenia - MEDLINE Plus The National Library of Medicine has compiled these resources on the subject of Schizophrenia. Facts about Social Phobia Social phobia, also called social anxiety, is a disorder characterized by overwhelming anxiety and excessive self-consciousness in everyday social situations. Seroquel (quetiapine) Information Seroquel (quetiapine) is an atypical antipsychotic medication used to treat schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. Depression - MEDLINE Plus The National Library of Medicine has compiled these resources on the subject of Depression. Medications for Bipolar Disorder Medications are usually required as part of the treatment for Bipolar Disorder (Manic Depression). Find out more about Lithium as well as the newer medications. Assorted Medications sometimes used to treat Anxiety Assorted medications somtimes used to treat anxiety - Buspar (buspirone), Neurontin (gabapentin), beta blockers Inderal (propranolol) Dialectical Behavior Therapy - Borderline Personality Disorder & Drug-Dependence A summary of a study looking at dialectical behavior therapy in this dually-diagnosed population The Science of Mental Health - 2002 2002 Research Studies from around the world on mental health issues. These are news releases from research institutions and organizations. Child Mental Health Costs Similar to Physical Health Costs Children with behavioral disorders incur similar overall health care costs to children with physical disorders, according to a recent study. Among pediatric behavioral disorders, anxiety and depression cost twice as much as disorders such as ADHD and conduct disorders. Atypical Antipsychotic Medications The atypical antipsychotic medications are the first line treatment for Schizophrenia. Recent Developments in Atypical Antipsychotic Medications David Shore, M.D. writes about new developments in treating Schizophrenia. Antidepressants - MAO Inhibitors MAO Inhibitors are antidepressants that are used less then they used to be. Read about Marplan (isocarboxazid) Nardil (phenelzine) & Parnate (tranylcypromin). Antidepressant Medications Information about antidepressant medications Alzheimer's Disease - MEDLINE Plus The National Library of Medicine has compiled these resources on the subject of Alzheimer's Disease Washington State Mental Health Resources Mental Health information resources in the state of Washington Depression: Why Dont I Respond to Medications? Depression can be caused by many clinical entities. Sometimes, knowing the right diagnosis is a challenge. Medical disorders, medications such as beta-blockers and benzodiazepines (e.g. clonazepam), and various psychiatric disorders can cause depression and they all require different treatment. |