Teens' failure to use condoms linked to partner disapproval, fear of less sexual pleasure Sep 10, 2008
Its research arm, the Bradley Hasbro Children's Research Center (BHCRC), brings together leading researchers in such topics as: autism, colic, childhood sleep patterns, HIV prevention, infant development, obesity, eating disorders, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and juvenile firesetting. Bradley Hospital is a member of the Lifespan health system. (EurekAlert!)
Psychiatry research: When the mirror becomes an enemy Sep 9, 2008
Kieron O'Connor looks at behavior connected to obsessive compulsive disorder. A nose that's too big, hair that's too curly or a beauty mark in the wrong place who hasn't focused on a small detail of their appearance while staring at a mirror. (EurekAlert!)
Tony Shaloub as Monk: Episode 100 o... Sep 6, 2008
Adrian Monk, who has obsessive compulsive disorder, was let go from the San Francisco Police Department when his wife was killed by a car bomb and he stopped functioning ... When Monk's obsessive compulsive disorder became dangerous, the captain had to let him go. (Suite101.com)
Inflammatory Bowel Disease Linked to Depression Sep 6, 2008
Compared with the general populations, IBD patients had higher rates of panic disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and major depression, the researchers report in the American Journal of Gastroenterology. On the other hand, IBD patients were less likely to have social anxiety disorder or bipolar disorder than the general population. (MEDLINEplus)
When Eating Healthy Goes Too Far Sep 6, 2008
What Righini and Andersen are struggling with is a kind of an obsessive compulsive disorder focused on health food called "orthorexia." The term was coined by Dr. Steve Bratman, author of the book "Health Food Junkies.". Bratman spent years in the health food movement, but became one of its critics after he realized he had started to become orthorexic. (ABC News)
Zen Training Speeds The Mind's Return After Distraction, Brain Scans Reveal Sep 4, 2008
"This suggests that the regular practice of meditation may enhance the capacity to limit the influence of distracting thoughts. This skill could be important in conditions such as attention deficit and hyperactivity disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, anxiety disorder and major depression, characterized by excessive rumination or an abnormal production of task-unrelated thoughts," Pagnoni says. Journal reference. (Science Daily)
Leaping Lizards Sep 3, 2008
It may come as a surprise that the innocuous green lizard that spends its day sunning itself on the fence post is also being used in scientific behavioral research in an effort to better understand such conditions such as Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder and Tourette s Syndrome. In 2005, the anole was chosen for the NHGRI (National Human Genome Research Initiative) genome sequencing program. (Suite101.com)
Walking a thin line: Researchers seek best anorexia treatment Sep 1, 2008
ST. LOUIS Twenty years ago, when Cheryl Bergin was a teenager and in the throes of anorexia nervosa, she weighed a mere 54 pounds (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Is Sex Addiction Real? Aug 31, 2008
Many experts feel it may be part of a manic-depressive, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), or depression condition. WHAT'S SO BAD ABOUT BEING ADDICTED TO SEX. (CBS News)
Veteran educator files lawsuit against CV Aug 30, 2008
The 58-year-old Cumberland Valley English educator, who suffers from Type 1 diabetes and obsessive compulsive disorder, spent more than 30 years in the Silver Spring Township high school before the district transferred her to the middle school in 2005. She has been fighting that move ever since most recently in a federal lawsuit filed in U.S. Middle District Court. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
A new beginning Aug 29, 2008
Sports shortly after enrolling at Jacksonville State, Perrilloux disclosed that he was diagnosed with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder before the 2007 season. Perrilloux said his OCD caused some anxiety, but he has made no excuses for the behavior that resulted in his exit from LSU. Perrilloux's former teammates still believe in him. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Breaking the Bonds -- New Memoir Recounts the Author's Battle With OCD and Alcoholism Aug 29, 2008
Then you may have Obsessive Compulsive Disorder ... Obsessive Compulsive Disorder recounts how author Baird grew up in a supportive family during the Fifties and Sixties -- a time which afforded him boundless opportunities ... However, at a young age, it was discovered that he suffered from what today is known as OCD, obsessive compulsive disorder. (Primezone Releases)
Ceres tennis star tested, ready Aug 27, 2008
"That's the OCD (obsessive compulsive disorder) coming out. I've got to put everything into what I'm doing, or I don't do it.". Be the first to comment on this story click the 'Add Comment' Tab. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Discovering the Therapeutic Value o... Aug 26, 2008
Often difficult to treat illnesses like erectile dysfunction (EDD), irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), attention deficit disorder (ADD), obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and a number of eating disorders, are being treated successfully with the use of advanced hypnotherapeutic techniques. can be a powerful ally in the treatment of many conditions because it harnesses the power of the mind to modify behavior and help the body heal itself. (Suite101.com)
Helping Someone with OCD Aug 25, 2008
Tips for Supporting People with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder ... Each case of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), including caring circumstances, is different ... Obsessive-compulsive disorder a study into the effect on families and carers of people with OCD, OCD Action, published: November 2004, author: Snelling, C.. (Suite101.com)
Brian Surgery Many Help People with Severe OCD Aug 23, 2008
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - People suffering from severe obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) that doesn't respond to drug treatment may find relief with brain surgery, according to a Swedish study. However, there are considerable risks with the procedure, called capsulotomy. (MEDLINEplus)
Familes work to manage mental illness Aug 22, 2008
The Family to Family Education program offers free education and support to families of close relatives suffering from illnesses such as Bipolar disorder, Major Depression, Borderline Personality disorder, Schizophrenia, Schizoaffective disorder, Panic disorder, Obsessive-Compulsive disorder, Co-occurring brain disorders, and Addictive disorders. The program will be run by two co-facilitators who are also family members and who have received intensive training in the program. (Fairfield Minuteman, CT)
Switching it up: How memory deals with a change in plans Aug 19, 2008
"This discovery may eventually lead to enhanced understanding of psychiatric diseases such as schizophrenia, obsessive-compulsive disorder and attention deficit disorder, all conditions in which a person's ability to remember and change such rules is impaired," said Courtney, lead author of a paper in a recent issue of Neuron. Courtney and her team used mental math tasks (a good working example of "if-then" rules) and functional magnetic resonance imaging to investigate which areas of the brain... (EurekAlert!)
For Your Benefit Aug 18, 2008
This 12-week educational program provides current information about illnesses of the brain and their treatment, and includes sections on schizophrenia, depression, bipolar disorder, panic disorder, PTSD, obsessive-compulsive disorder, borderline personality disorder and addictive disorders. A second track is the Family Support Group. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
T-minus 14 days and counting Aug 15, 2008
There s some good medicine out there for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder. Check into it man. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Pitt's McKillop frets over his rare mistakes as star MLB Aug 14, 2008
He describes himself as a "borderline OCD [obsessive-compulsive disorder]" because everything in his world has to be in their perfect and proper place, from shoes and clothes to books and anything else. Not surprisingly, he is an excellent student who has graduated with one degree (bachelor's in business-marketing) and is putting the finishing touches on a second (administration of justice). (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Man Sentenced In Bloomfield Group Home Abuse Case Aug 12, 2008
According to the affidavit, the recording reveals several incidents over the course of an hour including two revolving around the flushing of a toilet by Christopher Stockton, who also suffers from Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. On the recording, Guay can be heard, in an expletive-filled tirade, threatening to beat Christopher Stockton and make him eat the toilet if he doesn't stop flushing it, according to the affidavit. (FOX61, CT)
Go slow on medicating children Aug 11, 2008
Children now take drugs for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, vitamin D deficiency, iron deficiency, lack of fluoride, calcium deficiency, heartburn, slow gastric emptying, urinary backup, menstrual regulation, recurrent ear infections, constipation, bed wetting, headache, obsessive compulsive disorder, and anorexia - the list goes on. Obviously, some of these drugs are essential, but physicians are increasingly putting young children on multiple... (Boston Globe)
Editor's Mailbag (Aug. 6) Aug 9, 2008
Current studies are focusing on psychedelic treatments for cluster headaches, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), severe anxiety in terminal cancer patients, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), alcoholism and opiate addiction. All the studies discussed in this article have received government approval, and their investigators are either in the process of recruiting human subjects or have begun or completed research on human subjects in the first or second stage of this trial... (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
High-style higher education Aug 8, 2008
--- A 10-year-old British boy had such a severe obsessive-compulsive disorder that he was overwrought with guilt that he had caused the Sept. 11 World Trade Center attacks, in that he had not been able that day to make his ritual step upon a particular mark in the street. Writing in June in the journal Neurocase, psychologists at University College London said the boy recovered only when they convinced him that the attacks had already started by the time he would have made his usual step. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Shock therapy makes a quiet comeback Aug 7, 2008
has struggled with depression and obsessive-compulsive disorder since he was in high school. But his depression began to weigh on him like a lead coat in the spring of 2007, after the pace at his job as an electronics technician quickened, and he couldn't keep up and became overwhelmed. (MSNBC -- Health)
Murdered teen's parents weep in court Aug 1, 2008
Murdered teen's parents weep in court - Breaking News - National - Breaking News. Murdered teen's parents weep in court. (The Age)
Past Complaints On Doctor Jul 31, 2008
After completing a 16-month program, evaluators determined smith suffered from obsessive compulsive disorder, and found no evidence of a psychosexual disorder or psychosis. They allowed him to return to practice. (FOX23.com, OK)
A curb on gay marriage will fall Jul 30, 2008
The most common psychiatric conditions already covered are schizophrenia; schizoaffective disorder; major depression; bipolar disorder; paranoia and other psychotic disorders; obsessive-compulsive disorder; panic disorder; delirium and dementia; and affective disorders. Other votes. (Boston Globe)
Symptoms of Obsessive-Compulsive Di... Jul 28, 2008
Symptoms of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder: Introduction to the Symptoms, Diagnosis and Prevalence of OCD ... Symptoms of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder ... Symptoms of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder. (Suite101.com)
Senate backs broader mental health coverage Jul 25, 2008
Both the Senate and House versions would maintain the current law's requirement that health insurers provide full coverage for nine of the most common psychiatric conditions: schizophrenia; schizoaffective disorder; major depression; bipolar disorder; paranoia and other psychotic disorders; obsessive-compulsive disorder; panic disorder; delirium and dementia; and affective disorders. Massachusetts law now allows health insurers to limit treatments for dozens of other mental health diagnoses to... (Boston Globe)
D-cycloserine May Improve Behavioral Therapy Treatment For Anxiety Jul 22, 2008
ScienceDaily (July 22, 2008) Anxiety is a normal human response to stress, but in some, it can develop into a disabling disorder of excessive and irrational fears, such as obsessive-compulsive disorder, panic disorder, or posttraumatic stress disorder. Effective treatments are available and can involve either behavioral therapy or medications. (Science Daily)
A Hypochondriac's Lament Jul 20, 2008
Obsessive-compulsive disorder, her most prominent "real" malady, was the scaffolding of her first book, the memoir "Devil in the Details: Scenes From an Obsessive Girlhood." There, our young author cleanses all her earthly possessions in a single washing machine, one of the many acts her family regards with weary patience. "Well Enough Alone" mostly lets go of the chronological exoskeleton of memoir and presents itself, perhaps unintentionally, as a compendium of self-contained essays. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Consider a Career as a Guardian of Public Safety: Veterinary Pathology Jul 20, 2008
Zoloft is an antidepressant, but it's also used to help obsessive compulsive disorder, panic disorder, social phobia and post-traumatic stress disorder. These valuable drugs don't happen by themselves. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Brain region linked to OCD Jul 19, 2008
LONDON: Scientists have located an area in the brain that fails to "kick-in" for people with obsessive compulsive disorder and those at risk of developing the condition ... "The main finding is that in people with obsessive compulsive disorder and their unaffected relatives, part of their orbitofrontal cortex didn't kick in on line as it should have," said Samuel Chamberlain, a neuroscientist at the University of Cambridge, who led the study. (India Times, India)
Brain Scans Show Heightened Risk for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder Jul 19, 2008
THURSDAY, July 17 (HealthDay News) -- Lowered activity in the brain region involved with stopping habitual behavior may help identify people at higher risk for obsessive-compulsive disorder ... According to background information in a study in the July 18 issue of Science, some 2 percent to 3 percent of the population suffers from obsessive-compulsive disorder, characterized by recurrent thoughts and repetitive actions such as repeated hand washing. (MEDLINEplus)
THE 188-MINUTE WORKOUT Jul 18, 2008
This reeks of obsessive compulsive disorder or it makes you wonder if he is hanging out a little too much in the shower/locker room. Was Senator Craig seen at any of these gyms. (The Drudge Report)
The mentally ill, and those who love themGroup serves families of vulnerable people in Hudson County Jul 16, 2008
He said he suffers from major depression, panic disorder, and obsessive-compulsive disorder. "I was impressed with the integrity of the organization," he said last week, "and people supporting their loved ones.". (West New York Reporter, NJ)
Crazy enough to succeed? Jul 14, 2008
A steady stream of people all living with obsessive-compulsive disorder, or OCD approach the half door and utter some variation of "I have to go to the bathroom." The attractive young woman on duty smiles and hands over a small quantity of toilet paper, a squirt of soap in a specimen cup, and a paper towel with a cheery "Here you are!" This is what grade school must have seemed like to George Orwell. Pretty soon I have to go, too. (MSNBC -- Health)
Common Mechanisms May Underlie Autism's Seemingly Diverse Mutations Jul 13, 2008
23, 2006) BDNF has been a subject of keen interest, turning up in studies of conditions ranging from central hypoventilation syndrome to obsessive-compulsive disorder, depression, bipolar disorder and. (Feb. (Science Daily)
Anorexia, 'Bigorexia' May Have Same Genetic Roots Jul 13, 2008
In five twin pairs, each including one male with anorexia nervosa, Finnish researchers found a "striking familial liability" for traits related to the eating disorder, including major depression, muscle dysmorphic disorder (which is sometimes called 'bigorexia), and obsessive compulsive disorder. The findings suggest that all of the symptoms have similar genetic roots, the researchers point out. (MEDLINEplus)
When You are Engulfed In Flames Jul 8, 2008
The middle-class boy raised in Raleigh, North Carolina, whose earlier work lampooned his various youthful afflictions including a lisp, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and juvenile Tourette's syndrome, has succeeded in proving that a mixture of wry self-deprecation and wilful perversity can be a wise career move. There's little doubt that his new volume, When You Are Engulfed In Flames, will continue this run of success, not least because since September 11, Hurricane Katrina, the invasion of... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Monthly prescription Jul 8, 2008
"The 1990s saw an enormous extension of the licences for antidepressants, so they could be used for conditions other than depression such as obsessive compulsive disorder, bulimia and PMS," says Spence. "Giving women SSRIs for PMS is medicalising a problem and saying that it is amenable to treatment. It oversimplifies the problem. If I really did think a woman needed SSRIs, I would discuss it with her and let her make the choice and I would explain the limitations of benefit. It may work in some... (Guardian Unlimited)
Brain "Pacemaker" Shows New Promise Jul 3, 2008
Dr. Anderson also has used deep brain stimulation to treat patients for obsessive-compulsive disorder, body dysmorphic disorder and debilitating headaches ... DBS is being studied for several psychiatric conditions, including depression and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). (Newsmax)
The romance-of-madness myth Jun 28, 2008
It is also a godsend for millions of the ordinary walking wounded people who suffer lifelong depression, bipolar disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, postpartum depression and what used to be called nervous breakdowns. But today, the once-fashionable fear and loathing of mental institutions has morphed into a fear and loathing of Big Pharma. (Globe and Mail)
How to mend a broken mind Jun 28, 2008
Ivy League researchers in the U.S. are now investigating DBS as a treatment for obsessive compulsive disorder and, at Emory University in Atlanta, where Dr. Mayberg is now based, the target is type 2 bipolar disorder. Shocking the brain to behave is hardly a revolutionary concept. (Globe and Mail)
Timberlake: I suffer OCD and ADD Jun 27, 2008
BEIJING, June 27 -- Justin Timberlake says he suffers from a combination of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and Attention Deficit Disorder. The 27-year-old singer revealed the condition affects many parts of his daily life - right down to making sure objects are always lined up perfectly. (Xinhuanet, China)
What's ahead Jun 26, 2008
The course topics will include learning about feelings and facts; schizophrenia, major depression and mania; diagnosis and dealing with critical periods; subtypes of depression and bipolar disorder; panic disorder and obsessive compulsive disorder; problem solving workshop; medications review; empathy workshop; self-care and relative groups; rehabilitation services; advocacy; fighting stigma; and a review and certification ceremony. Dates and times will be set when the class is full. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Meet an adolescent dedicated to speaking out Jun 21, 2008
Diagnosed at age 12 with both obsessive-compulsive disorder and Tourette's syndrome, she would be constantly late because she could not bear to step on any cracks on the way from her locker to class, and would have to start the trip over if she did. Now 16, the Ottawa student has more than 6,000 rituals she must adhere to each day, from washing her hands repeatedly to asking her friends and family: "You know I'm grateful, right?". (Globe and Mail -- Business)
Speak your mind – and erase a stigma Jun 20, 2008
She suffers from obsessive-compulsive disorder and Tourette's syndrome and has interrupted her life with repeated hospital stays. She has several thousand intricate rituals she must perform to get through each and every day. (Globe and Mail)
Agency creates tools to help doctors identify heavy drinkers Jun 19, 2008
A big part of the new strategy is to make primary care physicians people without specialized training in addiction medicine think about alcohol abuse the way many now think about depression, anxiety and obsessive-compulsive disorder. Which is to say, they need to think of it as something common, diagnosable and within their capacity to treat. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Govt must rule out beer and wine tax increase: Nelson Jun 16, 2008
God Bless a Politicians OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder) for a SURPLUS. (0). (ABC Online)
Hi-tech therapy for the mind Jun 15, 2008
"As on date, rTMS has successfully been used for disorders such as depression, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, auditory hallucinations in schizophrenia, eating disorders, post-stroke rehabilitation, Parkinsonism, migraine and pain management," says Chugh. Neuropsychiatric illnesses are often associated with changes in neurotransmitter and neuroendocrine systems, both of which rTMS can alter. (India Times, India -- Health/Science)
Frequent self-cutting linked to risky sexual behavior in teens Jun 12, 2008
Its research arm, the Bradley Hasbro Children's Research Center (BHCRC), brings together leading researchers in such topics as: autism, colic, childhood sleep patterns, HIV prevention, infant development, obesity, eating disorders, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and juvenile firesetting. Bradley Hospital is a member of the Lifespan health system. (EurekAlert!)
Serotonin Link To Impulsivity, Decision-making, Confirmed Jun 11, 2008
The research also provides insight into clinical disorders characterised by low serotonin levels, such as depression and obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), and may help explain some of the social difficulties associated with these disorders. This research, funded by the Wellcome Trust and the Medical Research Council, suggests that patients with depression and anxiety disorders may benefit from therapies that teach them strategies for regulating emotions during decision making, particularly in... (Science Daily)
Taking a team approach Jun 11, 2008
"I'll work on anger issues, and different things like that, with the students, if the need arises." Schroeder said she has worked with students in the past who have obsessive-compulsive disorder, autism, and other behavioral and social obstacles. These students generally require more time and attention. (Dallas County News, IA)
Serotonin might affect our sense of fairness: Research Jun 11, 2008
The detailed investigations of the research show insight into clinical disorders which have low serotonin levels like depression and obsessive-compulsive disorder and this perhaps assist in knowing the social hindrances involved with these disorders. Some of the scientists from UCLA found in April that the human brain responds better in situations when they are treated fairly just like when some one feels very happy in winning money and also when a person is given a chocolate, it reacts well. (HealthJockey.com)
Diary of a Day Trader: Flat out like a lizard on Yellowglen Jun 7, 2008
" Anyway, we did as little as possible today, in keeping with our pose as gentlemen of leisure. Indeed, there is much to be said for being bone idle. I've been bone idle for many years now and I highly recommend it. In my experience, one profitable trade a week will sustain a life of near complete inertia. In fact, I did manage to water my cactus today - something I've been meaning to do for three years. It was a relief to get around to it at last. The rest of the time I watched Grace, my... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Serotonin may affect our sense of fairness, scientists report Jun 7, 2008
The research also provides insight into clinical disorders characterized by low serotonin levels, such as depression and obsessive-compulsive disorder, and may help explain some of the social difficulties associated with these disorders. UCLA scientists reported in April that the human brain responds to being treated fairly the same way it responds to winning money and eating chocolate; being treated fairly turns on the brain's reward circuitry. (EurekAlert!)
Why Decisions Are Best On A Full Tum Jun 6, 2008
The findings, reported in the journal Science, also suggest a connection with obsessive compulsive disorder, or OCD.. Serotonin is a neurotransmitter, one of a family of biochemicals that allow messages to pass between nerve cells, which has a big effect on mood. (Sky News)
Family Therapy Helpful in Young Children with OCD Jun 6, 2008
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Many young children who suffer from obsessive-compulsive disorder may get better with the help of psychological therapy that involves their parents as well, a small study suggests. Children as young as 3 have been diagnosed with obsessive-compulsive disorder, or OCD, an anxiety disorder in which people have persistent, intrusive thoughts that drive them to ritualistically perform certain actions. (MEDLINEplus)
Former boss asks Gazza to stop drinking Jun 4, 2008
Gascoigne is thought to have experienced manic depression, paranoia, bulimia, obsessive-compulsive disorder, attention deficit disorder, and a mild form of Tourettes Syndrome. (ANI). (Thaindian.com)
ADHD & Related Conditions Jun 3, 2008
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD). OCD manifests as compulsive, repetitive behaviors such as checking things over and over again, hoarding or collecting objects, excessive cleaning rituals (i. (Suite101.com)
No time to panic May 29, 2008
A person suffering from mental health disorders such as major depression, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, panic disorder, post traumatic stress disorder, (PSTD) and borderline personality disorder have to deal with conditions that disrupt their thinking, how they feel, their moods, and their ability to relate to others. Every aspect of their daily life is altered because of their diminished capacity for coping with life in general. (Gridley Herald, CA)
Pacemaker for depression - Scientists test device for use in 'deep brain stimulation’ May 28, 2008
Only a few dozen patients with severe depression or obsessive-compulsive disorder so far have been treated in closely monitored studies ... Up to 20 percent of depression patients and 10 percent of those with obsessive-compulsive disorder are treatment-resistant - several million people in the U.S. alone. (Missoulian, MT)
