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A High Fat Low Carb Diet May Treat Schizophrenia

A team of researchers may have found a diet that can help treat schizophrenic patients. A diet high in fat and low in carbohydrates is being tested for its possible effectiveness in treating schizophrenia.

By J. Navarra

Sinead O'Connor's Attempted Suicide: How to Help Someone Close to You If It Happens

What can a person do, however, when faced with a friend or family member, or even a stranger for that matter, who is bent on inflicting harm on themselves?
Abigail Hanna: Babysitter Who Kidnapped Toddler and Shaved Her Head, A Victim of Mental Illness

It is now perceived that Hanna, who is now facing multiple charges for kidnapping and child battery, may have a severe mental illness. When she appeared on the court, she needed to have assistance and appeared have a vacant stare.
What You Should Know About Your Relationship with People Who Have Mental Illness

According to National Institute of Mental Health, about 26.2 percent of Americans (18 and older) are suffering with mental illness which constitutes marriages with a spouse who is mentally sick. Here's what you should know about your relationship with them.
Anna Rexia Costume Dissed by Anorexia Victim

After a life-threatening battle with anorexia, survivor Jessi Davin of Orlando, Florida hits out against the popular costume Anne Rexia.
Experts Say That A Combination of Talking and Medication Is a More Successful Form of Schizophrenia Therapy

According to New York Times, Schizophrenia affects more than two million Americans. The treatment for Schizophrenia involves strong doses of anti-psychotic drugs that minimizes delusions and hallucinations. However, these drugs do come with side effects that can cause weight gain and Parkinsons-like tremors. Now, a new study begins to question the method.
Into the World of Schizophrenia

Yospie Cardoso shared a glimpse into the world of Schizophrenia through his self protraits, Photographer Yospie Cardoso was diagnosed with schizophrenia at the age of seven, as reported by Yahoo Health.
From Footballer to University Cleaner

Chris Jackson reveals battle with mental illness Twenty years ago, he was at the peak of his career and cheered on by millions of football fanatics. Now, two time player of the year and former international football star who once lined up against Brazil and the great Ronaldinho finds himself cleaning a University in Australia.
Demi Lovato Is Going To Push Mental Health Reform in Capitol Hill

Demi Lovato is going to Capitol Hill to raise awareness about mental health issues, something that hits home because Demi Lovat confessed that she is suffering bipolar disorder.
There is a Genetic Link Found Between Mental Illness & Creativity

Several studies revealed that mental illness is linked to a creative brain. The founder and CEO of deCode, a genetics company based in Reykjavik, Kari Stefansson made a statement during his interview with The Guardian.
A Game to ‘Cure’ Mental Illness

A game has been developed to improve mental functions. Mental illness may be treated in various ways, therapy, medication or both. Adam Gazzaley, a neuroscientist, has developed 'NeuroRacer' a video game on multi-tasking that has a player go through a series of challenges.
On Robin Williams Death Anniversary, ‘Crazy Ones’ Daughter Sarah Michelle Gellar And Real-Life Daughter Zelda Williams Honor 'Patch Adams'

Exactly one year ago, on August 11, 2014, the world turned a little bit sadder when one of the most beloved actors in Hollywood took his own life at his California home, and Robin Williams' death became one of the biggest and most awful news of the year - one year later, tributes keep pouring in for the Oscar-winning actor.
James Holmes The Colorado Theater Shooter Sentenced to Life in Prison

On Friday, after a jury failed to agree on whether he should get the death penalty for his murderous attack on a packed movie premiere, James Holmes, the Colorado theater shooter will be sentenced to life in prison without parole.
Comedian Amy Schumer and U.S. Senator Chuck Schumer Pushes Gun Control

Amy Schumer teams up with New York senator Charles Schumer, and instigated a plan to tighten the control of weapons to criminals and people with mental illness. On Monday, Amy and Senator Schumer held a news conference in New York, and announced the proposal drafted by the senator.
Anti-Depressants, Doing More Harm Than Good

Depression have been talking its toll over the years and has caused numerous deaths worldwide, numerous studies have been made to ease or cure the said disorder, yet no one has come up with a perfect solution to it. Though awareness and campaigns were made to fight and prevent it, death tolls caused by depression continues to rise as the years have passed, thus giving some researchers an idea to come up of a recent study which considers depression as an infectious disease instead of an emotional disorder.