Most Antipsychotics May Increase the Risk of Breast Cancer in Women with Schizophrenia: Study
A new study warns that some types of antipsychotics may increase the risk of breast cancer in women.
A new study warns that some types of antipsychotics may increase the risk of breast cancer in women.
A new study finds that FDA warnings reduced the use of antipsychotics as chemical restraints on elderly nursing home residents, but in many cases, the facilities may have switched to…
A new study indicates psychotropic drugs cause genetic changes which leads to weight gain.
A new study warns that giving dementia patients trazodone could be as risky as giving them atypical antipsychotics.
A federal judge cleared the way for a class action lawsuit against Missouri officials, who plaintiffs say allowed unmonitored and uncontrolled prescribing of psychotropic drugs to foster children.
A new report by Human Rights Watch details rampant overuse of antipsychotics in U.S. nursing homes, which are used as a form of chemical restraint on patients with dementia.
Antipsychotics such as Abilify and Risperdal are so hard on the body that most patients do not complete treatment, according to the findings of a new study, which suggests that…
The findings of a new study indicate that the use of antipsychotics in early pregnancy does not increase the risk of birth defects, with the possible exception of Risperdal.
An investigative report warns that a few foster care prescribers are responsible for 50% of California's antipsychotic prescriptions to foster care youths, and that the same doctors often prescribe the…
A new study reveals that vitamin D supplements may help prevent the risk of diabetes carried by certain antipsychotics.