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Antipsychotics Still Widely Used in U.S. Nursing Homes
Off-label use to control behavior seems to be part of the 'culture' at some centers, one study finds
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Lithium Beats Valproate for Long-Term Bipolar Therapy
Combined treatment or monotherapy with lithium helps prevent relapse, study finds
Antidepressants May Change Your Personality
Depressed patients on Paxil became more extraverted and less neurotic, study finds
Antipsychotic Drugs Spur Dramatic Weight Gain in Kids
Researchers urge other alternatives, close monitoring of patients
U.S. Spending on Mental Health Care Soaring
Rate of increase now outstrips that for heart disease, cancer, data shows

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Feb 9, 2010
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