 NEWS ARTICLE RESEARCH GENETICS SUICIDE "The takeaway is that the genetic variations, when combined with other stressors, could heighten the risk." Interesting study, that shows some links to the decisions being connected to more than one thing, and that could help us learn who is at most risk, so we can make sure they have a better opportunity to not just intervention but solutions.
You can see the article about the study here: https://www.foxnews.com/health/suicide-genetics-study-identifies-12-dna-variations-could-increase-risk
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 NEWS ARTICLE RESEARCH BRAIN CELLS "Researchers map gene switches and brain cell types associated with schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, Alzheimer’s disease, and major depression." "Every cell in a human brain contains the same sequence of DNA, but different cell types use different genes and in different amounts. This variation produces many different types of brain cells and contributes to the complexity of neural circuits. Learning how these cell types differ on a molecular level is critical to understanding how the brain works and developing new ways to treat neuropsychiatric illnesses." You can read the article at: https://scitechdaily.com/mapping-the-mind-decoding-neuropsychiatric-disorders-with-the-human-brain-cell-atlas/#google_vignette
And you will find at the bottom there is a lot of information on who, and references if you want to take a deeper dive into the information.  NEWS ARTICLE MESH Have you heard of the idea behind toys that are MESH - meaning mental, emotional and social health toys to help kids build resilience? You will be hearing a lot more about the concept by the middle of next year. This article has an early look at what that means, why and some of the pros and concerns. "The plan is to certify MESH toys by mid-2024 the same way the Toy Association did for STEAM toys, which emphasize science, tech, engineering, arts, and math. Adrienne Appell, a spokeswoman at the Toy Association, notes that MESH is an area it will continue to monitor as it evolves." See the article here: https://apnews.com/article/toys-emotional-health-7b1e6a821b48145836db9413cc3fbefa
 NEWS ARTICLE RESEARCH EARLY INTERVENTIONS The researchers conclude: “"The findings suggest that enhancing the intensity of treatment with psychological interventions (CBCM) or antidepressant medication in real-world youth mental health services does not produce benefit over continuing simpler care for a longer period.” One of the major limitations of the study also indicates how much the patients disliked the interventions: By the end of the third stage, 248 out of 342 (72.5%) had dropped out of the study." https://www.madinamerica.com/2023/09/early-intervention-in-ultrahigh-risk-for-psychosis-ineffective/  Interesting article that hopefully moves us forward towards better solutions, earlier! We have a huge impact coming that we are not prepared for with dementia and Alzheimer's. We already don't have enough care beds, and care providers, and funding available for the people impacted today. With more people aging into the need of care years, and the wide spread impacts of these diseases, we need fast solutions. "He said the underlying cause initiating the cycle of decline likely relates to repeated episodes of low blood flow and oxygen delivery to the brain over time due to acute stroke or chronic conditions such as hypertension and diabetes.
"Dementia is a process that goes on for years and years," Back said. "We have to tackle this from the early days to have an impact so that it doesn't spin out of control."" |
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