Double blind study of 25 patients diagnosed with schizophrenia supports the potential value of quetiapine for improving cognitive impairment in patients with schizophrenia and emphasize the importance of further research with this promising atypical antipsychotic. 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.