Psychiatry

‘She just needs to try harder’: Misunderstanding of PCOS and its impact on metabolic syndrome
Imbalances caused by PCOS put women at risk for metabolic syndrome, but the condition continues to be misdiagnosed, says Ontario physician Dr. Ashley White.
POP QUIZ: Metformin for antipsychotic-induced weight gain
An international group of experts recently developed an evidence-based clinical practice guideline (algorithm) for using metformin to prevent/treat antipsychotic-induced weight gain.

11 key factors that can be predictive of dementia, according to a new large U.S. study

Cognitive ability, lifestyle factors and physical health can predict the risk of dementia up to 20 years before the onset of symptoms.
Metformin can be used to prevent or treat antipsychotic-induced weight gain

International group of experts develops an evidence-based clinical practice guideline (algorithm) for using metformin to prevent/treat antipsychotic-induced weight gain.
Clinical trial results to watch for in 2025

The findings from these 11 trials could change the way we screen or treat certain diseases.
GLP-1 receptor agonists and the risk of suicide, self-harm and suicidal ideation

Health Canada has reviewed evidence on the link between glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists and suicide, self-harm and suicidal/self-harm ideation.
Rate of antipsychotic use is rising in long-term care homes in Canada

New report finds that nearly one-quarter of residents in long-term care homes are receiving potentially inappropriate antipsychotic medications.
Study shows antipsychotic meds in nursing homes make residents worse

Canadian researchers found significant worsening of behaviours after medication use.
Amphetamines: Critical dose identified that increases risk of psychosis

The risk of psychosis increased by 81% in individuals with ADHD taking doses of more than 30 mg of amphetamines, U.S. study showed.
New tool assesses gastrointestinal health of people with autism

Researchers believe assessment tool could help advance knowledge of the gut-brain connection in autism spectrum disorder.

‘She just needs to try harder’: Misunderstanding of PCOS and its impact on metabolic syndrome

POP QUIZ: Metformin for antipsychotic-induced weight gain

11 key factors that can be predictive of dementia, according to a new large U.S. study

Metformin can be used to prevent or treat antipsychotic-induced weight gain

Clinical trial results to watch for in 2025

GLP-1 receptor agonists and the risk of suicide, self-harm and suicidal ideation

Rate of antipsychotic use is rising in long-term care homes in Canada

Study shows antipsychotic meds in nursing homes make residents worse

Amphetamines: Critical dose identified that increases risk of psychosis

New tool assesses gastrointestinal health of people with autism