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Researchers Identify Gene Deletion that Leads to Learning and Behavior Issues

December 25, 2009 / By Promises Behavioral Health Editorial Team / News and Research

When an individual has challenges in their learning and behavior, parents and doctors usually want to know why. Now, a consortium of researchers led by Baylor College of Medicine in a report said that the loss of a gene through deletion of genetic material on chromosome 15 is associated with significant abnormalities in learning and […]

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Series Examines Treatment Gap for Disorders in Low and Middle Income Countries

December 24, 2009 / By Promises Behavioral Health Editorial Team / News and Research

Treating mental and neurological disorders and substance abuse is imperative if an individual hopes to lead a productive life. For those living in low and middle income countries, as many as 90 percent of these disorders go untreated, creating a “treatment gap.” Science Daily recently posted a release highlighting a new series by PLoS Medicine

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Ethnic Pride Good for Mental Health

December 23, 2009 / By Promises Behavioral Health Editorial Team / News and Research

Can your ethnicity play into your mental health? According to a new study, it can. This study, carried out by researchers at Northwestern University, Loyola University Chicago and Walden University, and featured in a Science Daily release, found that most adolescents who belong to an ethnic minority group wrestle with self-esteem and identity issues unique

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Early Intervention for Behavioral Problems in Autistic Children Could Negate Medication

December 22, 2009 / By Promises Behavioral Health Editorial Team / News and Research

While it is often said that children do not come with training manuals, one type of child just might. The Science Daily recently posted a release that examined a study evaluating the serious behavior problems associated with children suffering from autism and related conditions. This Yale University study found that serious behavior problems can be

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Military Deployment’s Harmful Effects on Mental Health of Children

December 20, 2009 / By Promises Behavioral Health Editorial Team / News and Research

When a parent is called to duty overseas, the stress it can put on the family members left at home can be significant. In a recent Truth Out post, an account was shared of the attempted suicide by a seven-year old boy whose father was serving another tour in Iraq. At the time of the

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Climate Change Adversely Affects Mentally Ill

December 20, 2009 / By Promises Behavioral Health Editorial Team / News and Research

Climate change receives a lot of press, but most of this coverage is on the dangers we face in light of a threatened environment. One element that tends to be overlooked is the health consequences of climate change – most notably mental health. A recent post in the Science Daily notes that leading mental health

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Depressed Individuals Tend to Exaggerate Symptoms

December 20, 2009 / By Promises Behavioral Health Editorial Team / News and Research

Do you remember when you had a sore finger as a child and mom would make it feel better by simply applying a band aid and a kiss? It is quite likely that the finger did not hurt as much as we would like to believe and when we received the attention and comfort desired,

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Medications Linked to Increased Risk of Falls for Elderly

December 16, 2009 / By Promises Behavioral Health Editorial Team / News and Research

It isn’t uncommon for the elderly to have a fall that can break bones or even leave the individual incapacitated. Now, new research suggests that these falls are easily associated with specific medications the individual may be taking. This research was summarized in a Science Daily release and found that several classes of drugs were

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Mindfulness Mental Training Eases Anxiety and Depression

December 15, 2009 / By Promises Behavioral Health Editorial Team / News and Research

Mental training based on mindfulness – or an emotional self-regulating tool consisting of a focus on what we are doing, thinking about or feeling at every moment – helps to fight against psychological diseases such as anxiety, depression, concern or complaints about health. According to a doctoral thesis from the University of Granada and summarized

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Genes Examined in Bipolar Disorder

December 14, 2009 / By Promises Behavioral Health Editorial Team / News and Research

Bipolar disorder can be a debilitating condition for those who suffer from its effects. As a result, scientists continue to examine this condition, its origin, treatment and even potential prevention. According to a release out of Science Daily, the malfunctioning circadian clock genes could be responsible for bipolar disorder in children. According to researchers in

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