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Articles in this issue:
Insomnia in later life
More than half of adults over 65 have some sort of sleep problem. Medications are of questionable benefit and can be addictive. Behavior modification is often a more efffective treatment, especially in older patients.
Resilience
Resilience is the ability to handle stressful events and remain mentally strong and healthy. The presence of a certain form of neurochemical may be one explanation for why some people are more resilient than others. Read More »
In Brief: Off-label drug use
A study found that off-label use (not medically approved for the reason it is being taken) of medications is very common, especially among the elderly and psychiatric patients.
In Brief: Who is homosexual and the difference it makes
Understanding the different ways a person's sexuality can be defined is the first step toward a clearer understanding of the relationship between sexual orientation and mental health.
Commentary: Older father, autistic child
A study found that the potential for a man to father an autistic child increased with his age. The reasons for this are unclear, but may involve changes that occur to genes as we grow older.