Biomarkers trump behavior in mental illness diagnosis

Article Abstract:

Scientists are trying to use biomarkers, such as genes or proteins in tissues, blood and body fluid, for distinguishing between symptomatically indistinct illnesses, as doctors are struggling to distinguish mental illness. Biomarkers are found to reveal unexpected insights into the biology of diseases, but scientists have to monitor individuals over time, correcting for confounding factors such as the effects of previous treatment, nutrition and smoking as well as drug and alcohol abuse.

United States, Usage, Diagnosis, Biological markers

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The movers and shakers of deep brain stimulation

Article Abstract:

Deep brain stimulation (DBS) is commonly used in the treatment of diseases like Parkinson's disease, tremor and dystonia. Studies reveal that DBS produces adenosine that is extremely effective in weakening tremors.

Health aspects, Care and treatment, Parkinson's disease, Parkinson disease, Adenosine, Brain stimulation

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Mental illness and the sciences of brain and behavior

Article Abstract:

The history of research on the biological basis of mental illness is presented. It began with the creation of the National Institute of Mental Health, founded in 1950.

Physiological aspects, Schizophrenia

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