Mental disorders and non-communicable diseases (NCD) each constitute a huge portion of the worldwide health care burden, and often occur together, so they should be addressed together.
Scientists Working on Building Virtual Human Brain to Explore Mental Disorders
Scientists all set to build the first virtual human brain, which aims to map all the neurons and their interconnections in a supercomputer.
Scientists all set to build the first virtual human brain, which aims to map all the neurons and their interconnections in a supercomputer.
The authors argue that "collaborative care approaches that integrate services for NCDs and mental health conditions require investments in human resources, services, and additional research."
The five articles providing a global perspective on integrating mental health will be published weekly in PLOS Medicine beginning 30 April 2013.
Police, Firefighters at Higher Risk for Mental Disorders: Study
Police, firefighters who are exposed to traumatic events are at an increased risk of developing a psychiatric disorder, finds study.
Police, firefighters who are exposed to traumatic events are at an increased risk of developing a psychiatric disorder, finds study.
Link Between Mental Disorders and Domestic Violence Identified
Men and women with mental health disorders are more likely to have experienced domestic violence, states study.
Men and women with mental health disorders are more likely to have experienced domestic violence, states study.
New Genetic Pathway Behind Neurodevelopmental Disorders Discovered
Researchers have identified a novel genetic process that could one day provide a target for the treatment of neurodevelopmental disorders, such as intellectual disability and autism.
Researchers have identified a novel genetic process that could one day provide a target for the treatment of neurodevelopmental disorders, such as intellectual disability and autism.
