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Nov. 17, 2017

Electroconvulsive therapy for adolescents: Make sure it's on the menu

This review study finds electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) safe and effective for refractory adolescent psychiatric illness. For patients to benefit from ECT, however, psychiatrists must keep this therapy on the list of potential interventions.

Nov. 17, 2017

Interventions for cancer caregivers indicate potential for quality of life improvement

Caregivers for patients with advanced cancer can experience higher levels of energy and activity, adaptation, and spiritual well-being when administered a psychosocial intervention designed to improve quality of life (QOL), a study finds.

Aug. 18, 2015

Working with patients who are transgender, gender dysphoric or gender nonconforming

Cesar A. Gonzalez, Ph.D., L.P., a psychologist at Mayo Clinic, discusses working with patients who are transgender, gender dysphoric or gender nonconforming.

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Mayo Clinic 5-day intensive treatment program for childhood anxiety disorders and obsessive-compulsive disorders

Stephen P. Whiteside, Ph.D., L.P., a child psychologist, gives an overview of the Mayo Clinic five-day intensive treatment program for childhood anxiety disorders and obsessive-compulsive disorders.

Mild cognitive impairment & dementia

Mayo neuropsychologist and professor of psychology Glenn E. Smith, Ph.D., discusses his work identifying conditions that may eventually turn into dementia.

Bipolar disorder

Mark A. Frye, M.D., discusses how the Mayo Clinic Depression Center is providing a comprehensive diagnostic assessment and treatment recommendations for patients with treatment-resistant depression and bipolar disorder.

Clinical Trials See All

A Study Using Virtual Reality to Reduce Intra-procedural Anxiety and Sedation Needs During Procedures with No or Minimal Sedation

Rochester, Minn.

A Study of Mood Symptoms in Epilepsy Patients

Rochester, Minn.

Patterns of Co-use of Nicotine and Cannabis Electronic Cigarettes, and Its Association with Perceived Social Support in Young Adults

Eau Claire, Wis.

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