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Articles categorized as Schizophrenia

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Is New Schizophrenia Medicine Cobenfy a Breakthrough?

A brand new type of drug for schizophrenia has been making headlines. Is Cobenfy a breakthrough? Learn the pros and cons of this medication.

Joe Graedon - September 19, 2022

Debunking the Chemical Imbalance Theory of Depression

Terry Graedon - January 28, 2021

People with Schizophrenia Are at High Risk from COVID-19

Joe Graedon - February 25, 2018

How Dangerous Are Antipsychotic Medications for Dementia?

Terry Graedon - November 16, 2017

Do You Want Digital Pills to Report When You Take Them?

Joe Graedon - July 20, 2017

Could the Antibiotic Minocycline Ease Depression?

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Terry Graedon - April 10, 2017

Stopping Zyprexa Safely So You Can Lose Weight

A reader has gained a lot of weight while taking olanzapine and now would like to lose those pounds. Can she find a way of stopping Zyprexa safely?

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Terry Graedon - February 23, 2017

Will B Vitamins Help Antipsychotic Drugs Work Better?

A meta-analysis finds that high-dose B vitamin supplementation can enhance the effectiveness of antipsychotic drugs like Zyprexa.

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Joe Graedon - July 4, 2016

Abilify Side effects: How Dangerous Are Antipsychotic Drugs?

TV ads make it seem as if drugs like Abilify can solve problems of depression. Do people understand the devastating and sometimes permanent side effects?

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Joe Graedon - July 29, 2013

Abilify Side Effects Can Be Scary!

Abilify (aripiprazole) is an antipsychotic drug for people with schizophrenia. It's also prescribed for depression. Know its side effects!

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Terry Graedon - January 23, 2011

Antipsychotics Not Just for Schizophrenia Any More

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Terry Graedon - February 4, 2010

Can Fish Oil Prevent Psychosis?

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Joe Graedon - February 2, 2009

Modern Mind Medicines Lose Luster