Psychiatry
Research and innovation from the psychiatry specialists at Vanderbilt Health
Study Examines Puberty in Girls with Autism
Researchers are seeking girls with and without autism to join study; participating families to receive education, resources.
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Hypnosis Diminishes Pain, Urinary-Tract Symptoms
Greatest gains seen in those with the worst symptoms.
Family Training Eases Transition for Autistic Youth
Parents with the fewest skills at the outset made greatest gains with group training.
Remote Approach Extends Autism Evaluation
Multimillion-dollar grant will power a statewide rollout to test its practical utility.
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Signals of Risk for Substance Use Disorder
Researchers are exploring how to mine EHRs for genetic and other data to develop better risk phenotypes for addiction.
Age-Friendly Care for Seniors Dealing with Substance Abuse
Curricula are being developed at VUMC to train health care personnel in the details of managing older adults with substance use disorder.
Pregnant Patients with SUD Face Treatment Barriers
Secret shopper studies show how pregnant women slip through the treatment cracks at a prime time for recovery.
Slow-Wave Imaging Shows Pattern in Nausea
VUMC researchers are delving into slow-wave activity to pin down nausea's origins and best therapies.
Intervention in Early Psychosis Helps Mitigate Damage
NAVIGATE program is helping patients regain cognitive skills and minimize life disruption.
Debate Over Changing the Clock Winds On
Sleep experts recommend permanent standard time to best support human health.