Study: Smokers may be at greater risk of depression, schizophrenia
People who smoke tobacco may be at a higher risk of developing depression and schizophrenia, according to a new study.
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Hundreds of genes might decide whether you're an early bird or night owl
Some people are genetically programmed to be early birds, others night owls. The amount of DNA influencing this natural preference is dramatically larger than the 24 genes identified in the past, new research indicates.
Study: Pregnancy complications might 'turn on' schizophrenia genes
Schizophrenia is thought to be caused by a mixture of genetic and environmental factors. But new research suggests that complications during pregnancy could increase nearly five-fold the child's risk of developing schizophrenia later in life in high-risk individuals.
Officers not charged in death of mentally ill man tased in shower
An investigation into the death of a mentally ill man who was repeatedly tased in his shower by two West Milwaukee police officers has concluded with no charges being filed, Milwaukee County District Attorney John Chisholm said.
Study: Autism, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder share similar gene activity
At least three neuropsychiatric disorders -- autism, schizophrenia and bipolar disorder -- appear to share similar patterns of gene activity, a new study suggests.
Nursing homes misusing antipsychotic drugs to sedate, report finds
A new report estimates that each week more than 179,000 people living in U.S. nursing facilities are given antipsychotic medications, even though they don't have the approved psychiatric diagnoses to warrant use of the drugs.
Missing man with schizophrenia, bipolar disorder found safe
Juneau County sheriff's officials are looking for a missing and endangered man who suffers from schizophrenia and is bipolar, according to a release.
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