The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
Sunday November 25, 2007
People with schizophrenia have a tragically high risk of suicide. During the holiday season depression and suicide can be even more of a danger. It’s extremely important at ... Read More
President Signs Veterans Suicide Prevention Act
Sunday November 25, 2007
Schizophenia is a significant health problem among US combat veterans. A 1999 study found that 4.7% of clients of the Veterans Health Affairs system were diagnosed with schizophrenia. ... Read More
Gender Matters in Drug Response
Sunday November 18, 2007
A new study has found that women respond better than men to certain antipsychotic drugs. The Schizophrenia Outpatient Health Outcomes study compared responses to medication of around 4500 men ... Read More
Translating the Jargon of Schizophrenia
Saturday November 3, 2007
I've posted five new definitions in the glossary this week; that only leaves several thousand to go! The jargon that doctors and scientists use to talk about schizophrenia can ... Read More