Methylphenidate Good First-Choice Pediatric ADHD Drug
For adults, amphetamines are reasonable first choice to treat attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder
NIH Panel Will No Longer Review Gene Therapy Experiments
FDA will now assess gene therapy experiments and products as it does with other treatments, drugs
Rate of Pediatric Emergencies in Ambulatory Practices Identified
Most due to respiratory distress, psychiatric/behavioral emergencies, or seizures
Integration of Opioid, Infectious Disease Treatment Needed
Expert panel recommends five action steps for treating opioid abuse and its intersecting epidemics
Primary Care Provider Burnout Rate Low in Small Practices
In survey of independent practices in NYC, higher adaptive reserve linked to lower odds of burnout
Marijuana May Improve Quality of Life in Head and Neck Cancer
Some significant benefits observed in quality of life domains for patients with newly diagnosed HNC
Many Americans Not Being Assessed for Depression
Men, people aged 75 and older, minorities, and uninsured are less likely to be screened
Health Professionals Have Role in Warning About Impaired Driving
Substantial portion of drug-tested, fatally injured drivers test positive for opioids or marijuana
Reasons for Undergoing Cosmetic Procedures Explored
Psychological and emotional motivations more likely in patients wanting acne scar tx, tattoo removal
Physicians With Medicine/Psych Training Can Help Complex Cases
Dually trained med/psych physicians can effectively care for hospital patients with psychiatric issues
