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Evolutionary Psychiatry

The hunt for evolutionary solutions to contemporary mental health problems.

Diet
'The Better Brain' Book Review

Emily Deans M.D. on June 27, 2021

When are nutrients and diet for mental illness more hope than hype? 'A Better Brain' presents the evidence for the right nutrients at the right time, and where nutrients have failed.

When are nutrients and diet for mental illness more hope than hype? 'A Better Brain' presents the evidence for the right nutrients at the right time, and where nutrients have failed.

Psychosis
Can COVID-19 Cause Psychosis?

Emily Deans M.D. on December 31, 2020

Psychosis that appears alongside COVID-19 is a rare but scary occurrence—one that will likely become more prevalent as cases pile up. Here's what we know.

Psychosis that appears alongside COVID-19 is a rare but scary occurrence—one that will likely become more prevalent as cases pile up. Here's what we know.

Depression
Breathing In a Better Mood?

Emily Deans M.D. on December 17, 2020

While it sounds preposterous, enriching oxygen levels or using a century-old anesthetic might be future treatments for clinical depression.

While it sounds preposterous, enriching oxygen levels or using a century-old anesthetic might be future treatments for clinical depression.

Education
Microbes and Mood

Emily Deans M.D. on August 30, 2020

The link between the gut and the brain is a two-way street with populations, rules, and directions we are only just figuring out.

The link between the gut and the brain is a two-way street with populations, rules, and directions we are only just figuring out.

Anxiety
Genetics and Anxiety

Emily Deans M.D. on June 30, 2020

The roots of anxiety and depression are complicated, but perhaps we've found guidance for diagnosis and treatment in the future.

The roots of anxiety and depression are complicated, but perhaps we've found guidance for diagnosis and treatment in the future.

Health
The New World

Emily Deans M.D. on April 21, 2020

Adapting to our new circumstances is necessary, and the earlier we start, the better off we are. There is a lot of reason for hope, but be prepared for the bad news as well.

Adapting to our new circumstances is necessary, and the earlier we start, the better off we are. There is a lot of reason for hope, but be prepared for the bad news as well.

Coronavirus Disease 2019
Next Steps

Emily Deans M.D. on March 22, 2020

The pandemic is here. What is in store for us, and how do we move forward as soon as possible?

The pandemic is here. What is in store for us, and how do we move forward as soon as possible?

Psychiatry
Deconstructing an Epidemic

Emily Deans M.D. on February 21, 2020

Epidemics define modern human populations. We're facing a test now, and it's important to separate fear from facts.

Epidemics define modern human populations. We're facing a test now, and it's important to separate fear from facts.

Diet
Feel Better With Food

Emily Deans M.D. on December 20, 2019

Some 60 percent of the average diet in the United States is now highly processed food. Changing our diets can lead to significant benefits.

Some 60 percent of the average diet in the United States is now highly processed food. Changing our diets can lead to significant benefits.

Genetics
Genetics and Mental Illness

Emily Deans M.D. on September 30, 2019

With new technology, the long-standing dream of understanding the genetics of psychiatric disorders is finally coming into its own.

With new technology, the long-standing dream of understanding the genetics of psychiatric disorders is finally coming into its own.

CBD
Could CBD Oil Help Treat Schizophrenia?

Emily Deans M.D. on July 1, 2019

A few small studies have shown CBD to help some symptoms of schizophrenia. Can the promise of the supplement live up to the hype?

A few small studies have shown CBD to help some symptoms of schizophrenia. Can the promise of the supplement live up to the hype?