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"Loneliness Linked to Personality Disorder Traits"

A systematic review published in BMC Psychiatry by Sarah Ikhtabi and colleagues found a significant correlation between personality disorders, particularly Emotionally Unstable Personality Disorder and Avoidant Personality Disorder traits, and increased levels of loneliness and deficits in perceived social support. The research also highlighted a complex association between narcissistic personality traits and loneliness/perceived social support deficits. However, the review noted a lack of longitudinal studies to definitively understand the causality of these relationships, acknowledging the low certainty of the current evidence base due to methodological limitations.

via PsyPost|

#loneliness #mental-health #mental-health-research

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"National Institute of Mental Health Director Dr. Joshua Gordon Steps Down: Official Statement Released"

Dr. Joshua Gordon, Director of the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), is departing to take on a new role at Columbia University. During his tenure, Dr. Gordon oversaw significant advancements in mental health research, including suicide prevention, neural circuit research, and computational psychiatry. Under his leadership, NIMH made substantial contributions to mental health practice and services, such as new medications, telemedicine, and partnerships for early interventions in schizophrenia. While a replacement is sought, Shelli Avenevoli, the current NIMH Deputy Director, will serve as Acting Director.

via National Institutes of Health (NIH) (.gov)|

#dr-joshua-gordon #health #mental-health-research

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Advancements in Schizophrenia Research: October 20 Update

New studies on schizophrenia reveal that middle-aged and elderly patients with good visuospatial ability and attention function are more likely to experience suicidal ideation, highlighting the need for targeted interventions. Smoking cigarettes is associated with lower serum concentrations of olanzapine in patients with schizophrenia, potentially leading to subtherapeutic effects. Insomnia symptoms in patients with schizophrenia are linked to impaired language abilities, suggesting that addressing insomnia could enhance cognitive function and quality of life.

via Psychiatric Times|

#insomnia #language-abilities #mental-health-research

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Unraveling the Impact of Depression and Anxiety on Neural Activity

A recent study utilizing neuroimaging data from over 20,000 individuals examined the neural patterns associated with anxiety and depressive symptoms. The researchers found that individuals with anxiety symptoms showed increased brain activity in regions involved in anxiety-related behaviors, while no significant differences were found in individuals with depressive symptoms alone. These findings suggest distinct patterns of brain activity in anxiety and depression, highlighting the need for further research to understand the complex relationship between these mental health conditions and brain function.

via PsyPost|

#anxiety #brain-activity #depression