Factors that place overweight children "at-risk" for low self-esteem include early adolescence, female gender, and identification with majority cultural standards of body shape. Journal of Pediatric Psychology
Methylphenidate (MPH) is a leading treatment of pediatric ADHD, but its safety and efficacy in adults is unclear. What is the safety and efficacy of IR MPH administered TID vs. once daily OROS-MPH? BMC Psychiatry
Kiki Chang, MD, addresses the current controversies surrounding pediatric and adolescent bipolar disorder and discusses the clinical implications of cutting-edge studies on future disease management. Medscape Psychiatry & Mental Health
In heavy and light smokers reporting an unaided quit or reduction attempt, which demographic, smoking behavior, and motivational variables predict the reasons for not using smoking cessation aids? BMC Public Health
ADHD is shown to be a major risk factor for worsening addictive illness. How many alcohol and multiple substance dependence patients have ADHD? Does ADHD affect addiction initiation, type and severity Alcohol and Alcoholism
In this small study, which tested the effectiveness of an internet-based intervention for ED, men who completed the program reported improved erectile functioning and sexual relationship satisfaction. International Journal of Impotence Research
How can we improve the way we measure and compare efficacy of antidepressant agents? Which antipsychotics provide safe and effective adjuncts to depression treatment? Plus, research on 2 drugs in development. Medscape Psychiatry & Mental Health
Michael T. Compton, MD, MPH, reviews research highlights on advances in the early detection and prevention of schizophrenia from the American Psychiatric Association 161st Annual Meeting. Medscape Psychiatry & Mental Health