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Receipt of Pharmacotherapy and Healthcare Utilization Among US Adults with Alcohol or Opioid Use Disorder: Insights from 2022-2023 National Data

By MedXY 09/03/2026

Few US adults with alcohol or opioid use disorder reported addiction pharmacotherapy use in 2022-2023. Pharmacotherapy receipt was linked to increased healthcare utilization, underscoring the need for early outpatient intervention strategies.

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Open Dialogue versus Treatment as Usual for Adults in Mental Health Crisis: Insights from the ODDESSI Multisite Cluster-Randomised Trial in England

By MedXY 09/02/2026

The ODDESSI trial evaluated Open Dialogue versus treatment as usual in adults presenting in mental health crisis, finding no reduction in relapse time but improved service outcomes and reduced inpatient admissions with Open Dialogue.

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Harnessing Genomics for Precision Prevention in Psychiatry: Opportunities and Challenges

By MedXY 09/02/2026

Genomic testing holds promise for guiding preventive strategies in psychiatry, particularly in high-risk and clinically uncertain contexts; however, current evidence supports targeted rather than universal approaches.

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Patient Perspectives on Prolactinoma in Females: Insights from the Dutch Cohort Studies

By MedXY 09/01/2026

A large Dutch cohort study reveals fatigue and cognitive impairment as predominant symptoms in females with prolactinoma, with active disease linked to higher psychological burden despite dopamine agonist treatment.

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Relapse Trajectories and Antipsychotic Discontinuation in Schizophrenia: Insights from a Meta-Analysis and Contemporary Evidence

By MedXY 08/27/2026

This review synthesizes a meta-analysis of relapse trajectories following paliperidone discontinuation with evidence on antipsychotic maintenance and discontinuation strategies, highlighting individualized risk stratification and clinical implications for schizophrenia management.

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Spiritual Distress Before Elective Surgery: Understanding Its Impact on Patient Experience and Outcomes

By MedXY 08/24/2026

This qualitative study reveals how spiritual distress shapes patients' fears and hopes before elective surgery, emphasizing the need for routine spiritual well-being assessment to support resilience and improve perioperative care.

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Mood Symptoms and Early Discontinuation of Contraceptive Methods: Insights from the HER Salt Lake Study

By MedXY 08/24/2026

This study explores how self-reported mood-related symptoms influence early discontinuation of hormonal and nonhormonal contraceptives, revealing complex interactions between baseline mood, contraceptive type, and discontinuation behavior.

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Psychotherapy for Impact of Killing During War: Advancing Treatment of PTSD and Moral Injury in Veterans

By MedXY 08/20/2026

This review synthesizes evidence from a pivotal randomized clinical trial and complementary literature on psychotherapeutic interventions addressing the psychological impact of killing in war, emphasizing improvements in PTSD, moral injury, and psychosocial functioning among veterans.

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Coping Together: Insight into Couples Navigating Endometriosis

By MedXY 08/18/2026

This qualitative study explores how couples jointly cope with endometriosis, revealing shared challenges and adaptive strategies that bolster relational resilience and psychological wellbeing.

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Psychological and Trauma-Related Influences on Urinary Incontinence Severity and Treatment Outcomes in Women Veterans

By MedXY 08/18/2026

This study reveals that psychological stress, anxiety, PTSD, and military sexual trauma are linked to increased urinary incontinence severity and affect response to behavioral treatments among women veterans, underscoring the importance of trauma-informed care.

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Balancing Maternal Mental Health and Fetal Safety: Insights on Depression and SSRI Use During Pregnancy

By MedXY 08/17/2026

This article reviews the complex interplay between major depressive disorder during pregnancy and selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor treatment, highlighting the importance of prioritizing maternal mental health to optimize outcomes for both mother and child.

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Real-Life Emotional Support, Social-Media-Based Emotional Support, and Loneliness Among US Adults: A Nationally Representative Study

By MedXY 08/17/2026

This study investigates how real-life versus social-media-based emotional support relates to loneliness among US adults, revealing stronger links between real-life support and reduced loneliness.

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Smartphone Acquisition at Age 13 and Its Impact on Adolescent Depression, Obesity, and Sleep: A Cohort Evidence Synthesis

By MedXY 08/16/2026

This review synthesizes evidence linking smartphone acquisition and use at age 13 to depression, obesity, and sleep insufficiency at age 14, highlighting that use intensity rather than mere acquisition mediates health risks, with behavioral strategies mitigating adverse outcomes.

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Characterization of Patient-Reported Sleep and Mood Symptoms in Chronic Mild Traumatic Brain Injury: A Comprehensive Review

By MedXY 08/16/2026

This review synthesizes evidence highlighting the high prevalence and interrelation of sleep disturbances, mood symptoms, and cognitive impairments in chronic mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI), emphasizing the need for integrated assessment and management.

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Structure of the Genetic Risks for Psychiatric Disorders in Swedish Population-Based Registries

By MedXY 08/15/2026

This study investigates the genetic risk structure of 18 psychiatric and substance use disorders using high-quality Swedish registries, identifying six distinct genetic factors and highlighting shared and unique genetic influences among disorders.

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Psychoactive Medication Prescribing After Critical Illness in American Adults Not Justified by a Documented Supporting Diagnosis

By MedXY 08/15/2026

Nearly half of psychoactive medications newly prescribed after ICU stays in American adults lack documented diagnostic justification, persisting for up to two years post-hospitalization.

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Unraveling the Neurobiological Pathways Linking Childhood Trauma to Bipolar Disorder: Insights from the ENIGMA Consortium

By MedXY 08/12/2026

An international study reveals that childhood trauma’s association with bipolar disorder is partially mediated by brain morphology changes, particularly in hippocampal volume and frontal cortical thickness.

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Optimizing Task-Shared Psychosocial Interventions for Depression and Anxiety: Key Components and Personalized Approaches

By MedXY 08/11/2026

A large-scale study identifies key active components of psychosocial interventions delivered by non-specialists, revealing social support, behavioral activation, and problem management as most effective for treating common mental disorders, while emphasizing personalized treatment based on individual characteristics.

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Navigating Conflicting Clinical Trial Evidence: The FDA’s Approval Journey of Gepirone Extended Release for Major Depression

By MedXY 08/11/2026

This article critically examines the FDA's approval of gepirone ER for major depressive disorder despite multiple negative trials, highlighting regulatory flexibility, statistical and clinical considerations, and implications for transparency in drug labeling.

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GLP-1 Receptor Agonists May Reduce Hospital Admissions for Alcohol and Substance Use Disorders: Insights from a Swedish Nationwide Study

By MedXY 08/10/2026

This Swedish register-based study reveals that GLP-1 receptor agonists are associated with significantly reduced hospitalisations for alcohol and substance use disorders during treatment, with some lasting benefits after discontinuation of therapy for alcohol use disorder.