Mental Health - Page 491

FDA reconsiders training requirements for painkillers

The Food and Drug Administration is reconsidering whether doctors who prescribe painkillers like OxyContin should be required to take safety training courses, according to federal documents.

Mental health risks aren't equal among all gay, bisexual men

While gay and bisexual men are at higher risk for mental health issues than their straight counterparts, the risk is particularly high for young gay and bisexual men, a new study has found.

Hawaii looks to allow psychologists to prescribe drugs

HONOLULU (AP) -- State lawmakers are poised to make Hawaii one of a handful of states that allow psychologists to prescribe medication in hopes of increasing access to mental health services.

Prince's death, pills and pain

If the rumors that Prince died from an overdose of Percocet are ultimately confirmed, it will put a very common conclusion to the life of an extraordinarily talented man who had so much more to give.

Studies document risks of assault for health care workers

Looking to avoid a profession where the risk of assault is high?

Woman claims party drug provided instant cure for depression

Despite suffering from major depression, Liz Lehmann managed to hold down a job as manager of an animal hospital where scores of pets had surgery each week, anesthetized by the drug ketamine.

What's 'birdnesting'? A look at a new trend among divorced parents

On a Wednesday morning, Wendy Paris pads down the hallway to find her son happily eating breakfast with his father.

Patients with mental illness fare worse after hip surgery

People with psychiatric illnesses are more likely to have complications after hip replacement surgery, according to a recent analysis.

How to tell if you're having a panic attack

Q: I think I had a panic attack.

Emotional child abuse may be just as bad as physical harm

When it comes to psychological and behavioral health, both physical and emotional abuse can be equally damaging to children, a new study suggests.