Research Roundup
Is the ketamine story changing?
Two new reports reveals some unexpected developments in the ketamine story. And a new report shines a light into the lived experience of psychosis.
Thanks for the memories, REM
A new study suggests that recovery from psychosis is more possible than many people think. Another shows that peers might be the best suicide- prevention messengers. And a third shows the role of REM sleep in firming up memories.
Your brain on Covid
A new study suggests that the impact of Covid on the brain may extend beyond our sense of smell. And we examine two studies that examine the impact of race on mental health and services.
The Neuroscience of Touch
Scientists discover the long-sought neural messenger for the pleasurable sensations from cuddles and caresses. Provocative research shows that women are four times more likely to die by suicide if there are firearms in the home. And new research on eating disorders among LGBT adults.
Video games: solution or problem?
New research explores the impact that young peer support specialists can have in working with people struggling with addiction and mental illness. We also look at a commentary from a leading mental health researcher who suggests that recent reported declines in suicide rates may be statistical blips. And then we ask that time-honored question: Is…
Guns now deadlier than crashes for kids
Firearms – not car crashes – are now the leading cause of death in children. Race may influence people’s treatment for depression. And more precise understanding of the value of exercise as an antidepressant.
The virtual doctor will see you now
April 15, 2022 By Tom Insel, MD, and Matthew Hirschtritt, MD, MPH Good morning, Research Roundup readers. The studies we review this week cover a broad range of mental health research: We take a deep look at new genomic studies about schizophrenia and assess their impact (spoiler alert: not much yet). We have a hopeful…
The kids are not alright
New reports from the CDC show the rise in mental health and substance use disorders among our youth. We also examine some data on how subtle changes in the language people use in online therapy can track their progress.
Good news on psychosis interventions
New evidence supports treating cognitive symptoms in psychosis with psychological interventions.
This is your brain on pot
New research shows that chronic cannabis use reduces IQ and hippocampal volume. Spending time in a juvenile detention facility may increase the odds of criminal justice involvement as an adult.
Diagnosis by TikTok?
A new paper investigates the accuracy and uptake of TikTok videos about ADHD. Spoiler alert: accuracy is low, uptake is, well, viral. We also look at AI-based linguistic tools to measure thought disorder and – who knew? – the relationship of birth spacing to oppositional defiant disorder (ODD).
A historic week for mental health
A new look at the extent of mental illness and use of mental health services in children. LGBTQ adults have high rates of adverse childhood experiences. News findings from studies of early psychosis are cautionary in some cases and encouraging in others.
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