Psychiatry
Genes influencing cannabis use identified in genome study
Researchers from UC San Diego and 23andMe have discovered genetic links to cannabis use behaviors, connecting them to over 100 health traits. The study, published on October 13, 2025, in Molecular Psychiatry, highlights two key genes and could inform prevention of cannabis use disorder. It analyzed data from nearly 132,000 participants to explore early-stage risks.
Skin conditions linked to worse outcomes in early psychosis
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Researchers have discovered that individuals experiencing their first episode of psychosis who also have skin issues face higher risks of depression and suicidal thoughts. The finding, presented at the ECNP meeting in Amsterdam, suggests dermatological symptoms could serve as early warning signs for poorer mental health outcomes. This connection may stem from shared developmental origins between the skin and brain.
Investigations against psychiatric chief in Magdeburg over patient death
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Magdeburg prosecutors are investigating Syrian psychiatrist Taleb al-Abdulmohsen for negligent manslaughter. A 54-year-old patient died shortly after discharge from a clinic in Brehna due to a medication overdose. The allegations stem from a criminal complaint filed by the deceased's relatives.
Harvard psychiatrist links brain energy failures to mental illness
In a new interview, Harvard Medical School's Dr. Bruce M. Cohen discusses how disruptions in brain cell energy production may underlie major psychiatric disorders. His research using induced pluripotent stem cells reveals metabolic defects in conditions like schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. The findings advocate for a shift toward biology-based diagnostics and preventive treatments.