Tag Archives: Cognitive

Prenatal Exposure to Valproic Acid: ADHD and Other Deficits in Cognitive Functioning

Previous studies have shown that children exposed to antiepileptic drugs (AEDs) during pregnancy may be at increased risk for neurodevelopmental disorders.  In a recent population-based cohort study from Denmark, researchers examined the prevalence of attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder in children with prenatal exposure to antiepileptic drugs (AEDs).  The conort included all liveborn singleton children born between… Read More »

Anxiety in COPD Benefits From Cognitive Behavioral Therapy vs Self-Help

December 18, 2018 Share this content: Higher initial costs associated with CBT were offset by savings resulting from fewer hospital admissions and emergency department visits in the subsequent 12 months. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) interventions were statistically and clinically superior to self-help leaflets in the treatment of anxiety in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease… Read More »

Getting Depression Counselling, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy or Addiction Counselling

There are many things in one’s life that can cause a variety of problems for their mental and physical health. Many people are discovering that getting the therapy that they need helps them to deal with whatever problem they may be facing. Getting cognitive behavioural therapy, addiction counselling or depression counselling can help a person… Read More »