Month: April 2010

People who seek treatment for alcohol dependence sometimes attempt to drink in moderation rather than abstain altogether. The success of this approach largely depends on whether the patient has already established a high degree of dependence.

Data from a longitudinal study in New Zealand suggest that people with an alcohol dependency may be more likely to develop major depression.

From a public health perspective, the presence of a firearm in the home dramatically increases the risk of an occupant being killed or committing suicide.

A pair of studies found that increased, prolonged strain in people’s close relationships or jobs correlated with an increased risk for a cardiac event.

Researchers have found a chemical in the brain thay may affect how the mind retains or discards memories of a traumatic event.

Two studies from abroad demonstrate that mental health treatment can produce significant and lasting results at a reasonable cost.

Researchers studying adolescents with major depression found that cognitive behavioral therapy, either on its own or in conjunction with antidepressant medication, was an effective treatment, with a low incidence of suicidal ideation.