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Jerry Kennard

posted 07/23/2008, comments (4)

A Little Look Inside the Brain

One of the key strategies in the search for some biological basis for schizophrenia is to locate abnormalities in the structure of the brain. Comparing the size, volume, cell count and function of the brain can be undertaken during autopsy but, most significantly perhaps, the use of scanning techniques such as magnetic resonance imaging... Read more Chevron

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posted 07/21/2008, comments (0)

A Dose of Conversation Online

I'm thrilled to share the good news: today's Washington Post ran a feature story about HealthCentral's SchizophreniaConnection and its sister sites' unique approach to helping people with their health needs online. Called "Seeking a Cure, Patients Find a Dose of Conversation Online," the story features interviews from our communities and expert... Read more Chevron

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Jerry Kennard

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posted 07/16/2008, comment (1)

Molecular Scissors Could Treat Schizophrenia

Scientists have recently reported that faulty cleavage of a protein called neuregulin, or Nrg-1, forms the basis for the development of schizophrenia. The Nrg-1 protein is essential for the normal development of the nervous system and therefore the functioning of the brain. Any disturbance will lead to a disturbance in brain function. If... Read more Chevron

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posted 07/09/2008, comments (0)

I need help

I don't know what shall I do. I want to know about 'healing' of paranoid.

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posted 06/18/2008, comments (0)

Schizophrenia: Public Attitudes, Personal Needs

"I think the most important thing is to accept the disorder like any other medical disorder, that treatment works and that recovery is not only possible, but probable as well." - Individual with schizophrenia interviewed for a new NAMI study. A special session on "Schizophrenia: Public Attitudes, Personal Needs" was held on Saturday... Read more Chevron

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