Oct 18th, 2009 · More college students than ever before are seeking psychiatric help on campus, according to recent national surveys of campus therapists. To raise awareness and dispel stigma, one innovative student theater group dramatized real-life accounts from students living with mental health problems.
Apr 8th, 2009 · The Los Angeles attorney's office says a $1.2 million settlement has been reached with two hospitals accused of dumping psychiatric patients on Skid Row.
Oct 28th, 2008 · Martin Ramirez was a Mexican immigrant who spent more than 30 years in California psychiatric hospitals. At the time, much of his work was thrown away, but today, he is hailed as one of the giants of 20th century art.
Jul 22nd, 2008 · From chemotherapy, to psychiatric evaluations, to estate planning, pet owners spend thousands each year to pamper their furry companions. How far have you gone for your pet? And where do you draw the line?
Jul 11th, 2008 · According to an article being published in this weekend's New York Times, 77 percent of dog owners and 52 percent of cat owners gave their pets some kind of medication in 2006, including psychiatric drugs.
Jun 2nd, 2008 · Pregnant women aren't supposed to take certain medications. A new study looks at the risks of psychiatric medications on fetuses. Yale Medical School professor and medical contributor Dr. Sydney Spiesel speaks with host Madeleine Brand.
Feb 27th, 2008 · U.S. officials are investigating whether the director of a psychiatric hospital in Baghdad was involved with two suicide bombers who killed nearly 100 people in February. Fear that insurgents are using mentally ill Iraqis has swept the hospital.
Dec 12th, 2007 · Long-term side-effects of anabolic steroids include heart and liver problems, problems with sex organs, and psychiatric and behavioral problems.