May 14, 2014 | Inside, Research
Specific cellular pathways, along which genetic mutations occur, appear to play a key role in the development of autism spectrum disorders (ASD), according to new research from Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai.
The findings, published online in the April 24, 2014, issue of The American Journal of Human Genetics, provide scientists with a better understanding of the complex genetic architecture involved in ASD, which has its roots in early brain development.
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May 14, 2014 | Social Work
Depression. Bipolar disorder. Anxiety disorders. Post traumatic stress. Addiction. These are illnesses that are misunderstood by many and are surrounded by stigma. The negative perceptions that people have are far from reality. The fact is, these are real, treatable medical conditions just like diabetes or heart disease. They are not weaknesses or character flaw
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May 8, 2014 | Family Medicine, Pediatric Care, Pediatrics
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) and the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services have designated Thursday, May 8, 2014 as National Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day. The goal is to raise awareness about the importance of children’s mental health and that positive mental health is essential to a child’s healthy development from birth
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Updated on Jun 30, 2022 | Research
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) describes a group of neurodevelopmental disorders with a wide range of severity and symptoms affecting 1 out of 68 children in the United States. While there is currently no medicine for this complex condition, discovering genetic causes of ASD will help accurate diagnosis and prediction of additional likely symptoms, thereby improving medical treatment. Genetic findings can also provide families with critical information about the clinical course of the disease and provide opportunities for family counseling. New genetic findings allow scientists to conduct more specific research into the mechanisms that cause ASD as well as the many subtypes and symptoms of the condition. Finally, genetic findings also allow for detailed study of the way these genes function, which can help scientists design new treatments and develop more tailored medical support in the form of personalized medicine.
Nov 4, 2013 | Health Tips, Holistic Health
Guest post by Abigail Strubel, MA, LCSW
Many people might feel a bit glum during the cold, dark winter months, but when that sadness deepens into actual depression, it is known as Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). (more…)
Specific cellular pathways, along which genetic mutations occur, appear to play a key role in the development of autism spectrum disorders (ASD), according to new research from Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai.
