CDC: U.S. Life Expectancy Up Slightly, Mortality Lower in 2017
Report shows decrease in age-adjusted death rates, increase in age-adjusted death rate from overdose
White House Launches Website to Help Those Battling Substance Abuse
FindTreatment.gov will allow Americans with substance abuse and mental health issues to better access care
Fetal Exposure to Acetaminophen May Increase Risk for ADHD, ASD
Cord biomarkers of in utero acetaminophen exposure tied to increased risk for childhood ADHD, ASD
Prevalence of Pain Higher in Children With Autism
Association more pronounced among children with autism plus developmental comorbidities
Evidence for Use of Cannabinoids to Treat Mental Disorders Lacking
Evidence inadequate for cannabinoid use to relieve depression, anxiety, ADHD, Tourette, PTSD, psychosis
Antidepressant Effect Seen for Anti-Inflammatories in MDD
Review shows reduced depressive symptoms for anti-inflammatory agents compared with placebo in MDD
Facebook Launches Preventive Health Tool
Tool created in partnership with American Cancer Society, American College of Cardiology, AHA, CDC
Psychotherapy for Depression May Be Cost-Effective Over Time
No clear superiority seen on cost basis for second-generation antidepressants versus cognitive therapy
Prevalence of Pain Higher in Children With Autism
Association more pronounced among children with autism plus developmental comorbidities
Outcomes Poor With Medical Care From Fraud, Abuse Perpetrators
Mortality and emergency hospitalization rates higher in Medicare beneficiaries with FAP exposures