A study by Kathleen Ries Merikangas of the National Institutes of Mental Health reveals that the incidence of bipolar disorder in adolescents is almost equal to that of adults. Dr. Robert Findling concurs with findings, in this article in the Chicago Tribune.
Dr. Marcie Hall is interviewed on the show, Good Company, about popularity. Dr. Hall talks about the importance of quality friendships through which the young person is helped to know herself. Watch the video here.
In this ABC News story, Dr. Phillip Resnick comments on the pending release of Andrea Yates to attend church services. Dr. Resnick testified for the defense in both of Andrea Yates' murder trials.
Dr. Robert Ronis, Chair of the Department of Psychiatry, discusses the aftermath of suicide on the "Sound of Ideas" radio program with host Mike McIntyre, Dr. Josephine Ridley, of the VA Medical Center, and family members of suicide victims. Listen here.
Dr. Joseph Calabrese is featured in the “Ask a Doctor Q & A” section of the Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance website. Read Dr. Calabrese’s answer to a question about ketamine
Dr. Calabrese is quoted by an ABC News reporter for an article on the investigation into treatment of veterans with PTSD. The investigation seeks to find out whether veterans have been denied treatment to save money, and Dr. Calabrese explains the social cost to military personnel and their families of untreated PTSD.
Dr. Findling and other guests discuss how to talk to and reassure children after the violent incident at Chardon High School. Listen to the show here.
In this article online at Medscape Medical News, Dr. Robert Findling contributes to a discussion on the causes of teen violence. Is it bullying? Are there clues in social media?
Molly McVoy, M.D., assistant residency training director for the Child and Adolescent Residency Program was elected early career psychiatrist trustee-at-large for the American Psychiatric Association. Read the article in MedscapeToday.com.
The current edition of the journal Science will report on how Professor Gary Landreth and his team discovered that a cancer drug can quickly reverse Alzheimer's symptoms in animal models. Within 72 hours of administration, the medication halved the number of plaque deposits closely associated with this degenerative brain disease. More, it saw the signs of cognitive and memory deficits disappear within the same short time period. The breakthough was announced today by Pamela B. Davis, MD, PhD, Dean, School of Medicine, Vice President for Medical Affairs, Case Western Reserve University
Read the full press release here.
Mariette Hartley who is famous for her roles in movies and television is a suicide survivor and has dealt with mental illness. She recently visited with patients in the Mood Disorders Intensive Outpatient Program. Read the Plain Dealer reporter’s story about Ms. Hartley’s visit her life experiences, and her current role at the Hanna Theater.
Dr. Clegg explains that when caregivers expend more energy in providing support than they receive, they can develop symptoms such as anxiety, depression, etc. Dr. Clegg goes on to enumerate behaviors that help. Listen to the complete article on WCPN.
Jeremy Evenden, MSSA, LISW-S will present a 4-part motivational interviewing training series in northeast Ohio beginning January 26, 2012. Participants will engage in skillbuilding exercises to learn MI's client-centered approaches for responding to desire for change and resistance to change among individuals with severe mental illness and/or substance use disorders in a number of service settings (e.g., IDDT, ACT, other best practices). Registration is $60 for each event. CEUs & supervisory credit are available. For more information and to register go to http://www.centerforebp.case.edu/events/foundations-of-motivational-interviewing-part-1-central-ohio-january-2012.
The Life Exchange Center, which opened on December 14, 2011, is designed to assist with the recovery process and provide social supports, educational programs, and life skills training for individuals with mental illness, alcohol and other drug addiction, and developmental disabilities. The primary purpose of the Center is to offer an opportunity for adults with behavioral health concerns to interact in a supported environment where principles of self determination, advocacy and empowerment are encouraged within the program day.
The center is located at 13407 Kinsman Avenue in Cleveland.
Dr. Kirk Carruthers, recent graduate of the Addiction Psychiatry Fellowship and current Community Psychiatry Fellow has been selected by The American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry for a poster presentation at the 22nd Annual Meeting and Symposium, which will take place December 8-11, 2011 at the Scottsdale Resort & Conference Center in Scottsdale, Arizona.
In the Fall 2011 issue of "The Quarterly," the newsletter of the Brain and Behavior Research Foundation, Dr. Keming Gao is highlighted in the Young Investigator section. Read the article on page 32.
A recent New York Times article about current and future development in University Circle reports that new urban market trends such as health care, education, entertainment, good food, expanded public transportation, and new housing all combine to support population growth in Cleveland.
Dr. Martha Sajatovec comments on survey results showing an increase in use of mental health-related drugs. The study was done by Medco Health Solutions, Inc. Read the full article that appeared in Barron's.
The Post Pediatric Portal Project, whereby Pediatricians may be trained in child psychiatry at CWRU Department of Psychiatry, is discussed on Medscape Today with Dr. Tiffany Thomas and Dr. Robert Findling.
In a review article published in Volume 29 of Alcoholism Treatment Quarterly, Maria E. Pagano, PhD, associate professor of psychiatry at the School of Medicine, sheds light on the role of helping in addiction recovery.
Drs. Francoise Adan, Felipe Amunategui, Chris Bedosky, Jennifer Levin and Solomon Zaraa will begin providing clinical services at Ahuja Medical Center beginning August 29th.
News Release January 23, 2011: Dr. Robert Findling was awarded a $7.8 million grant from the NIMH for the continuation of the LAMS (Longitudinal Assessment of Manic Symptoms) study—launched 5 years ago— in which children were screened and evaluated for elevated symptoms of mania over time. Contact theDiscovery and Wellness Center for Children for more information