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Suicide Risk in Bipolar Patients Depends Strongly On Family History A family history of suicide has been linked to increased suicide risk for people with many mental health disorders. However, for individuals with bipolar disorder, also known as manic depression, having a relative who ended their own life may increase their risk by as much as three times. Continue reading Suicide Risk in Bipolar Patients Depends Strongly On Family History
Does Acknowledging Assault Make Victims Less Vulnerable? Research has shown that someone who has experienced sexual or physical assault in the past is at a greater risk for victimization in the future. Continue reading Does Acknowledging Assault Make Victims Less Vulnerable?
New Research Pinpoints Risk for Psychotic Disorders Teens who display a combination of symptoms such as paranoia and social withdrawal have a 68 to 80 percent chance of developing a psychotic disorder such as schizophrenia, reports a government-funded study released yesterday. Continue reading New Research Pinpoints Risk for Psychotic Disorders |
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