Research into mental illness has grown significantly in the last few decades, providing specific diagnoses and treatment options for a range of conditions that affect a person’s thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Depression, which was once classified by medical professionals as “the blues” or “hysteria,” is now recognized as a diagnosable mental illness that falls into …
Before a new medication becomes available to the general public, it must undergo clinical trials to ensure that it is safe and effective. Clinical trials are also necessary to see how a drug reacts with other medications or treatments, how it affects particular segments of the population, and whether its benefits outweigh any side effects …
According to the World Health Organization, an estimated 264 million people around the world suffer from depression. These are people of all ages, all races, and all walks of life. The global pandemic certainly isn’t helping. One study concluded that the prevalence of depression symptoms in the United States is three times what it was …
Teenagers have always been prone to bouts of moodiness, but adolescent depression is a serious mental health concern that studies show is on the rise. According to a 2017 report from the National Institute of Mental Health, about 13% of children aged 12 to 17 years old experienced at least one major depressive episode in …
Summertime sadness is real. While most of us are familiar with seasonal affective disorder (SAD) as a condition that affects people during the winter months, approximately 10% of people with SAD experience it in the summer. Known as reverse seasonal affective disorder, the condition often involves symptoms such as low energy levels, poor appetite, insomnia, …
When you hear the word “Botox,” chances are it conjures up images of cosmetic enhancement, but Botox does a lot more than just treat forehead wrinkles. It’s also used in the treatment of a number of medical conditions, including cerebral palsy, chronic migraine, bladder dysfunction, and excessive sweating. And in recent studies, Botox has also …
According to the National Institute of Mental Health (NAMI), 1 in 5 adults in the United States lives with a mental illness. Treatments are available, but they don’t work for everyone. Mental health clinical research seeks to advance our understanding of mental illness and aid in the development of new treatments that can help those …
When researchers hold clinical trials to test the effectiveness and potential side effects of a new drug or medical treatment, it’s critical to determine whether positive outcomes are the result of the new treatment or outside factors. That’s why instead of simply testing the new treatment on a single group of participants, clinical trials separate …
Clinical trials are a valuable research tool to advance medical knowledge and discover new treatments. The results of a trial can aid in the development of new drugs or medical devices by offering insights into how they work in ways that aren’t possible in a laboratory setting or with animal subjects. The choice to participate …
Major depressive disorder, otherwise known as clinical depression, is one of the most common health disorders in the United States, affecting over 17 million adults. Although the condition shows up differently in each individual, most people who suffer from major depressive disorder experience some combination of the following: Persistent sadness Empty moods Irritability Fatigue Loss …
If you or someone you know is affected by depression, upcoming clinical trials may be an option. Learn more today!
Schizophrenia can affect anyone. If you or someone you know is living with schizophrenia, you may qualify for a clinical trial.
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