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Ziprasidone vs Other Atypical Antipsychotics for Schizophrenia
Dr. Peter Yellowlees talks about the comparative efficacy and tolerability of ziprasidone compared with 5 other atypical antipsychotic agents. Medscape Psychiatry & Mental Health (Source: Medscape Psychiatry Headlines)

European Psychiatric Association (EPA) 18th European Congress of Psychiatry
Read clinically focused news coverage of key developments from the meeting. Medscape Psychiatry & Mental Health (Source: Medscape Psychiatry Headlines)

Medical Marijuana: An Evolving Landscape
What are the legal risks of using marijuana to manage medical conditions? What are the safety and efficacy concerns? Medscape Pharmacists (Source: Medscape Psychiatry Headlines)

Differences Between Chronic and Episodic Migraine Go Well Beyond Frequency
New research shows that more than just frequency differentiates chronic and episodic migraine, so do lower income, poorer general health, and higher rates of depression. Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Psychiatry Headlines)

SSRI Shows Promise as Restorative Therapy Following Stroke
Treatment with escitalopram may enhance cognitive function in stroke patients. Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Psychiatry Headlines)

Surgeons Help With Earthquake Recovery in Haiti: An Expert Interview With David B. Hoyt, MD, FACS
More than 800 physicians have responded to the ongoing critical need for surgeons to treat Haitians with serious injuries, and recruitment is ongoing. Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Psychiatry Headlines)

Polypharmacy for Antidepressant and Antipsychotic Medications Has Recently Increased Significantly
A recent study reveals that polypharmacy with psychotropic medications is on the rise. Cause for concern? Medscape Psychiatry & Mental Health (Source: Medscape Psychiatry Headlines)

Little Risk for Addiction From Long-Term Opioid Use in Select Chronic Pain Patients
Long-term opioid therapy is associated with little risk for addiction when given to select patients with chronic noncancer pain and no history of substance abuse. Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Psychiatry Headlines)

Depression, Suicidal Ideation More Likely in Adolescents With Late vs Earlier Set Bedtimes
Teens whose parents set later bedtimes are more likely to be depressed or suicidal than those whose parents set bedtimes of 10 pm or earlier, suggesting earlier bedtimes may be protective. Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Psychiatry Headlines)

Study Links Restless Legs Syndrome With Erectile Dysfunction
Patients with more severe symptoms have close to double the risk for ED. Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Psychiatry Headlines)

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