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In-Person Social Contact Tied to Reduced Psychiatric Symptoms
For veterans, social interaction in person, not on Facebook, tied to lower risk for depression, PTSD
FDA Down to 5 Weeks of Funding to Review New Drug Applications
Agency cannot accept new fees or applications until the shutdown is over
Pimavanzserin Cuts Alzheimer’s Psychosis at Six Weeks
Significantly greater reduction in NPI-NH psychosis score at 6 weeks versus placebo, but not at 12 weeks
Depressive Symptoms Linked to Functional Status in CAD
Patients with class II, III, or IV functional status have increased risk of hospitalization for heart failure
Bright Light Therapy Might Also Treat Nonseasonal Depression
Treatment for seasonal affective disorder could have broader application
Pricing Interventions Increase Sales, Intake of Healthy Foods
Also linked to reduced purchasing and consumption of unhealthy foods and beverages
Surgery Often the Starting Point for Opioid Addiction
Some patients may face higher risk of becoming dependent on opioids, researchers say
Yoga Intervention Ups Sleep Quality for Staff Nurses
Better sleep quality, lower work stress for nurses in yoga group versus non-yoga group
New Clinic Satisfaction Tool Provides Real-Time Feedback
Also improves communication and satisfaction between physicians and patients
Young Adult Employment Patterns Impact Health in Middle Adulthood
Disadvantaged social positions linked to harmful work patterns
