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·May 12, 2021·4 min read

Brain Immune System Linked to Psychosis

A link has been identified between psychosis and a genetic change that alters the immune system in the brain. Researchers found people with psychosis associated with bipolar disorder had decreased expression of GRK3. This led to an increased amount of kynurenic acid in the brain.

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·March 9, 2015·6 min read

Newly Discovered Brain Pathway Could Solve Antipsychotic Mystery

Researchers provide possible new insights into psychiatric disorders such as schizophrenia.

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·November 6, 2015·4 min read

Better Options for Treatment Resistant Schizophrenia

A new study reports people with treatment resistant schizophrenia appear to have better outcomes when they are switched to clozapine rather than other antipsychotic medications.

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·February 23, 2026·5 min read

Moving Beyond Dopamine to Treat Schizophrenia

Dopamine isn't the whole story. A massive new review outlines the next generation of schizophrenia therapies that target the immune system, the gut, and cognitive receptors.

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·April 28, 2026·7 min read

43% of Antipsychotics for Seniors Start in Hospitals

Antipsychotic prescriptions are "sticky," often continuing for over a year after being initiated in hospital settings.

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·February 12, 2020·4 min read

Early treatment of schizophrenia may not slow disease progression

Typical interventions for schizophrenia do not improve long-term outcomes, even when administered early, a new study reports.

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·September 6, 2022·4 min read

Antipsychotic Use Associated With Elevated Risk of Breast Cancer

Study reveals a moderate link between antipsychotic use and an increased risk of developing breast cancer.

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·July 18, 2023·4 min read

Study Challenges Longstanding Beliefs About Action of Antipsychotic Medications

Researchers uncovered a pivotal detail that could revolutionize schizophrenia treatment. Contrary to longstanding belief, antipsychotic drugs that mitigate overactive dopamine, a hallmark of schizophrenia, interact primarily with a different type of neuron than originally assumed.

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·September 30, 2015·4 min read

Antipsychotics May Increase Death Risk in People with Parkinson’s Disease Psychosis

According to a new study, antipsychotic medications could increase the risk of death in patients with Parkinson's disease psychosis.

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·February 20, 2019·5 min read

Some Drug Combinations More Effective Than Others For Patients with Schizophrenia

A new study reveals some drug combinations may be more beneficial for those with schizophrenia. Researchers found people with schizophrenia who took antidepressants, in combination with other medications, were less likely to be hospitalized for mental health issues than those who started another antipsychotic.

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·April 15, 2022·2 min read

Managing Excessive Weight Gain in Patients Being Treated With Antipsychotics

Researchers say 80% of people taking antipsychotics to manage schizophrenia or bipolar disorder experience considerable weight gain. Some patients report up to 33kg of weight gain following taking antipsychotic medications. A new study aims to explore ways of managing weight gain for patients taking antipsychotics.

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·September 2, 2015·4 min read

People with Intellectual Disabilities Inappropriately Prescribed Antipsychotics

A new study reports many people with intellectual disabilities are being prescribed antipsychotic medications even though they have no record of mental illness.

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antipsychotics

Brain Immune System Linked to Psychosis

Newly Discovered Brain Pathway Could Solve Antipsychotic Mystery

Better Options for Treatment Resistant Schizophrenia

Moving Beyond Dopamine to Treat Schizophrenia

43% of Antipsychotics for Seniors Start in Hospitals

Early treatment of schizophrenia may not slow disease progression

Antipsychotic Use Associated With Elevated Risk of Breast Cancer

Study Challenges Longstanding Beliefs About Action of Antipsychotic Medications

Antipsychotics May Increase Death Risk in People with Parkinson’s Disease Psychosis

Some Drug Combinations More Effective Than Others For Patients with Schizophrenia

Managing Excessive Weight Gain in Patients Being Treated With Antipsychotics

People with Intellectual Disabilities Inappropriately Prescribed Antipsychotics

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