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Is Ancient Viral DNA To Blame For Depression, Schizophrenia and Bipolar Disorder?

Around 8% of human DNA is made up of genetic sequences acquired from ancient viruses.

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Climate change and mental health: How extreme heat can affect mental illnesses

During heat waves, hospital admissions for mental health spike. The past 10 years were the hottest on record, and as we prepare for another scorcher of a summer, it’s time to take steps to increase our preparedness for extreme heat.

The Conversation

Depression, schizophrenia and bipolar disorder linked with ancient viral DNA in our genome – new research

Around 8% of human DNA is made up of genetic sequences acquired from ancient viruses. These sequences, known as human endogenous retroviruses (or Hervs), date back hundreds of thousands to millions of years – with some even predating the emergence of Homo sapiens.

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Ancient DNA still present in brain is marker of psychiatric disorders, study finds

Academics uncovered thousands of DNA sequences, with some increasing the risk of schizophrenia and depression

Evening Standard

‘I know the adrenaline of escaping’: Henry Cockburn on turning his time on the run into a refugee rap epic

His Costa-shortlisted first book examined his own schizophrenia, from hospital breakouts to hiding from the police. Now the writer has fed this into Tale of Ahmed, a story in rap verse about a boy fleeing Afghanistan for Britain

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The unseen effects of climate change on mental health

The study indicated that people with mental health conditions seem to be at a greater risk of succumbing to heat-related deaths. The stakes are even higher for people diagnosed with schizophrenia, anxiety or bipolar disorder as periods of intense heatwave proved to be fatal for them.

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Cat Exposure Linked To Increased Schizophrenia Risk

Study suggests a potential link between cat exposure and schizophrenia risk due to Toxoplasma gondii. Further research needed.

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String of killings have put spotlight on adequacy of mental health care in UK

Hainault attack may be latest incident linked to mental ill-health, at a time when NHS services are struggling

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Man admits ‘motiveless’ killing of mobility scooter rider after leaving jail

Thomas O’Halloran, 87, was stabbed in west London in 2022 by Lee Byer, 45, who had paranoid schizophrenia

The Guardian - UK

Presenting schizophrenia as though it satisfies our questions is deeply stigmatising

Implying that the Bondi Junction attacker’s mental health diagnosis alone can explain why he decided to attack and murder multiple people is simplistic, offensive and damaging.

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AI pinpoints where psychosis originates in the brain

Scientists have moved a step closer to understanding the basis of the hallucinations and delusions that characterize schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.

LiveScience

I am a psychiatrist covering Bondi. We need to invest in mental health services, not stigmatise people

Underfunded public mental health services mean patients often do not receive the level of care they require

The Guardian - AU

Neumora Stock Hits 2024 Low As Side Effects In Rabbits Torpedo Schizophrenia Drug

Neumora said Monday the FDA put its schizophrenia drug on hold after rabbits experienced convulsions, and the biotech stock plunged.

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Man who strangled girlfriend overturns murder sentence

A Sydney man who took LSD and strangled his girlfriend believing she was a demon has quashed a 20-year jail sentence after being diagnosed with schizophrenia.

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Researchers find how ketogenic diet improves severe mental illness

The common antipsychotic medication used for severe mental illnesses such as schizophrenia and bipolar disorder might have unintended consequences. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Health: ketogenic diet may improves severe mental illness

The common antipsychotic medication used for severe mental illnesses such as schizophrenia and bipolar disorder might have unintended consequences. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Researchers find how ketogenic diet improves severe mental illness

The common antipsychotic medication used for severe mental illnesses such as schizophrenia and bipolar disorder might have unintended consequences. Read further on Dynamite News:

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"It‘ll be an intense night of death and thrash metal!" Cannibal Corpse announce European tour with Municipal Waste, Immolation and Schizophrenia

Cannibal Corpse are coming back to Europe, and they're bringing a beast of a support bill with them!

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'Goldilocks vitamin': Newcastle research into schizophrenia treatment

Like salt and sugar, we need this vitamin but not too much.

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“I Just Want Him To Be Happy”: Mom Of “Star Wars” Child Actor Reveals He’s In A Mental Facility

"We're in a lot better place. And we do have a lot of things to look forward to." The post “I Just Want Him To Be Happy”: Mom Of “Star Wars” Child Actor Reveals He’s In A Mental Facility first appeared on Bored Panda.

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Jake Lloyd's Journey: Overcoming Mental Health Struggles With Optimism

Learn about Jake Lloyd's post-Star Wars journey, battling schizophrenia, and his hopeful future in acting. Fans are encouraged to offer support.

Investors Business Daily

Acadia Hits 11-Month Low After Outsized Placebo Effect Torpedoes Schizophrenia Study

Acadia stock crashed Tuesday after an outsized placebo effect torpedoed the company's efforts to expand Nuplazid to schizophrenia patients.

Evening Standard

Man who stabbed victim to death in west London given hospital order

It was determined that the killer had undiagnosed schizophrenia

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The rocky vista of medicinal cannabis research is bringing into view

Cannabis plant's effects on mood, cognition, and potential treatments for various disorders are under significant research interest globally.

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