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"Internet-Induced Erotomania: A Psychiatrist's Harrowing Case Study"

Psychiatrists detailed a case study of a 70-year-old woman from Hungary who developed erotomania, a delusional belief that a person of higher social status is in love with her, after falling victim to an online romance scam. The woman's vulnerability, compounded by isolation, depressive mood, and mild cognitive impairment, made her susceptible to the fraudulent emotional manipulation. The case underscores the need for increased awareness of the psychological risks associated with online romance fraud, particularly among individuals with preexisting mental health conditions, and highlights the importance of early recognition and intervention in such cases.

1 year ago•Source: PsyPost

ADHD Medication Use Linked to Increased Heart Risk

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4.28 min•2 years ago

ADHD Medication Use Linked to Increased Heart Risk

A nested case-control study from Sweden found that longer use of ADHD medication was associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease, particularly hypertension and arterial disease. The risk peaked at 3 to 5 years of use. Clinicians are advised to regularly monitor cardiovascular signs and symptoms during ADHD medication treatment. The study also highlighted the need for larger studies to replicate the results and emphasized the importance of individualized clinical decision-making when considering the long-term effects of ADHD medications.

via Medpage Today

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