The strategy emphasizes screening, treatment and an end to stigma. New Treatments for Depression - A number of companies are now marketing devices that can stimulate the brain and have been shown to be effective in the treatment of depression. Diagnosing Schizophrenia with a Blood Test - Israeli researchers may have found a way to diagnose schizophrenia by analyzing white blood cells. Metro Center Threatens Pioneer House - The Santa Cruz City Council is considering a site in Harvey West that will displace the day treatment services for mental health clients provided by the Pioneer House. Study indicates presence of retrovirus in schizophrenia patients .
Older fathers increase risk of child developing schizophrenia .
Mental Health Disorders - Fact sheet published by NIMH with statistics on incidence of mental illness in America. Dan Weisburd demands a retraction and apology from the NAMI California Board of Directors. Glued Pages and Sticky Questions - Concerns about censorship by the NAMI California Board of Directors of The Journal , and their stopping the publishing of this excellent publication. Ziprasidone will be available in pharmacies in March under the brand name Geodon. Why we need it here in Santa Cruz .