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November 28th, 2007

Schizophrenia Tentatively Linked to Maternal Infections

Yesterday’s Washington Post reports on research that may reveal potential causes of schizophrenia starting as early as the womb. Says the article,
Over the past several decades, a steady stream of studies has documented that people born in winter and spring have an increased risk for schizophrenia, a serious mental illness characterized by disordered thinking, hallucinations […]

By Kristen King -- 0 comments

May 10th, 2007

Care for Your Psychological Self for Total Health

It’s another theme day at b5media, and this month is all about mental health.  Check out the round-up of posts over at Alzheimer’s Notes with Mary Emma Allen and Liz Lewis.
Particularly in the United States, where mental illness is often seen as a sign of weakness and self-medication (with alcohol, drugs, and even over-committed lifestyles) is […]

By Kristen King -- 7 comments