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Mental health
fromWIRED
4 months ago

An Overdiagnosis Epidemic Is Harming Patients' Mental Health

An increase in autism diagnoses hasn't improved children's mental health outcomes, raising concerns about overdiagnosis and its implications on identity.
philosophy
fromAeon
3 months ago

The missing women of autism are differently different | Aeon Essays

Gender bias in autism diagnosis leads to overlooked cases in girls, hindering proper support and understanding.
Women in technology
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Why girls are underdiagnosed with autism - as Grimes, 37, reveals she just found out she's on the spectrum

Grimes highlights late autism diagnoses in women, emphasizing the gender divide in autism understanding and diagnosis.
Parenting
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Are there more autistic people now?

The number of autism diagnoses is rapidly increasing, prompting diverse interpretations and societal implications.
Mental health
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

I was diagnosed with autism at 25. I graduated from college, got married, and became a published author.

The author navigated life feeling different until diagnosed with autism and ADHD at 25, despite early successes.
Mental health
fromWIRED
4 months ago

An Overdiagnosis Epidemic Is Harming Patients' Mental Health

An increase in autism diagnoses hasn't improved children's mental health outcomes, raising concerns about overdiagnosis and its implications on identity.
philosophy
fromAeon
3 months ago

The missing women of autism are differently different | Aeon Essays

Gender bias in autism diagnosis leads to overlooked cases in girls, hindering proper support and understanding.
Women in technology
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Why girls are underdiagnosed with autism - as Grimes, 37, reveals she just found out she's on the spectrum

Grimes highlights late autism diagnoses in women, emphasizing the gender divide in autism understanding and diagnosis.
Parenting
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Are there more autistic people now?

The number of autism diagnoses is rapidly increasing, prompting diverse interpretations and societal implications.
Mental health
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

I was diagnosed with autism at 25. I graduated from college, got married, and became a published author.

The author navigated life feeling different until diagnosed with autism and ADHD at 25, despite early successes.
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

The Hidden Signs of Male Depression

For depression, a 'his and hers' list of symptom presentations, or expanded discussion on gender differences in symptomatology is essential and remains largely absent from current diagnostic criteria.
Mental health
#healthcare
Coronavirus
fromArs Technica
1 month ago

Healthy man goes camping-lands in ICU for 40 days with respiratory failure

A healthy individual can rapidly deteriorate from an unknown illness, exemplifying diagnostic challenges in critical care.
SF food
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

FDA clears 1st blood test to help diagnose Alzheimer's disease

FDA approves first blood test for diagnosing Alzheimer's disease, enhancing accessibility and early diagnosis.
Coronavirus
fromArs Technica
1 month ago

Healthy man goes camping-lands in ICU for 40 days with respiratory failure

A healthy individual can rapidly deteriorate from an unknown illness, exemplifying diagnostic challenges in critical care.
SF food
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

FDA clears 1st blood test to help diagnose Alzheimer's disease

FDA approves first blood test for diagnosing Alzheimer's disease, enhancing accessibility and early diagnosis.
fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
1 week ago

Heather Peace reveals wife's 'aggressive' cancer diagnosis just weeks after her own

"Her breast cancer was a smaller, aggressive lump, so she had a lumpectomy and then radiotherapy," the actress said. "Of course then I come along with my 12 cm lump, absolutely ginormous, and mastectomy, chemotherapy, just about to go into radiotherapy. She's like 'Even that you have to do bigger'. It's like 'Hold my beer'."
Health
#mental-health
Mental health
fromIndependent
4 months ago

Neurologist Dr Suzanne O'Sullivan: 'We are a perfectionist society, we explain away differences or struggles as medical problems'

Diagnosis creep encourages individuals to adopt illness identities rather than focusing on recovery.
Mental health
fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago

NHS billions wasted as bipolar patients left 'forgotten and failed'

Misdiagnosis and under-treatment of bipolar disorder in the UK leads to significant financial waste and personal suffering.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

Life After Release From Mandatory Treatment

A parent's journey through their son's mental illness highlights challenges in diagnosis, treatment communication, and stability in mental health.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

"Aren't We All Neurodivergent?"

Increased acceptance of neurodiversity leads to more people identifying as neurodivergent, though its meaning may diminish if everyone claims the label.
Mental health
fromIndependent
4 months ago

Neurologist Dr Suzanne O'Sullivan: 'We are a perfectionist society, we explain away differences or struggles as medical problems'

Diagnosis creep encourages individuals to adopt illness identities rather than focusing on recovery.
Mental health
fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago

NHS billions wasted as bipolar patients left 'forgotten and failed'

Misdiagnosis and under-treatment of bipolar disorder in the UK leads to significant financial waste and personal suffering.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

Life After Release From Mandatory Treatment

A parent's journey through their son's mental illness highlights challenges in diagnosis, treatment communication, and stability in mental health.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

"Aren't We All Neurodivergent?"

Increased acceptance of neurodiversity leads to more people identifying as neurodivergent, though its meaning may diminish if everyone claims the label.
#medical-imaging
Cancer
fromArs Technica
2 months ago

CT scans could cause 5% of cancers, study finds; experts note uncertainty

CT scans have a very low increase in cancer risk but offer significant diagnostic benefits.
Doctors should balance the risks and benefits of CT scans, considering alternatives when possible.
Cancer
fromArs Technica
2 months ago

CT scans could cause 5% of cancers, study finds; experts note uncertainty

CT scans have a very low increase in cancer risk but offer significant diagnostic benefits.
Doctors should balance the risks and benefits of CT scans, considering alternatives when possible.
#adhd
#medical-research
Cancer
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

New brain tumour test a 'game changer', say experts

A revolutionary method reduces brain tumour diagnosis time from weeks to hours, enhancing patient care.
SF food
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

New blood test for coeliac disease can diagnose autoimmune condition without need to eat gluten

A new blood test may diagnose coeliac disease accurately without requiring gluten consumption.
Cancer
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

New brain tumour test a 'game changer', say experts

A revolutionary method reduces brain tumour diagnosis time from weeks to hours, enhancing patient care.
SF food
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

New blood test for coeliac disease can diagnose autoimmune condition without need to eat gluten

A new blood test may diagnose coeliac disease accurately without requiring gluten consumption.
#blood-test
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

First FDA-cleared Alzheimer's blood test could make diagnoses faster, more accurate

A new FDA-cleared blood test for Alzheimer's can significantly improve diagnosis and treatment for patients.
Data science
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Alzheimer's blood test can spot people with early symptoms, study suggests

A new blood test can accurately diagnose Alzheimer's with high sensitivity and specificity, suggesting a major advance in early detection.
Medicine
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

FDA approves blood test that can help diagnose Alzheimer's disease

FDA endorses first blood test for diagnosing Alzheimer's disease, enhancing accessibility and accuracy for patients.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

First FDA-cleared Alzheimer's blood test could make diagnoses faster, more accurate

A new FDA-cleared blood test for Alzheimer's can significantly improve diagnosis and treatment for patients.
Data science
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Alzheimer's blood test can spot people with early symptoms, study suggests

A new blood test can accurately diagnose Alzheimer's with high sensitivity and specificity, suggesting a major advance in early detection.
Medicine
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

FDA approves blood test that can help diagnose Alzheimer's disease

FDA endorses first blood test for diagnosing Alzheimer's disease, enhancing accessibility and accuracy for patients.
#joe-biden
US news
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

What to know about Biden's prostate cancer diagnosis

Joe Biden has been diagnosed with aggressive prostate cancer that has spread to his bones but can be effectively managed.
US politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Former US President Biden diagnosed with 'aggressive' cancer DW 05/18/2025

Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an aggressive but hormone-sensitive prostate cancer.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
Cancer

Doctors say it's 'inconceivable' Biden's cancer went undetected by his medical team - as Trump Jr. questions if diagnosis is 'cover-up'

US news
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

What to know about Biden's prostate cancer diagnosis

Joe Biden has been diagnosed with aggressive prostate cancer that has spread to his bones but can be effectively managed.
US politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Former US President Biden diagnosed with 'aggressive' cancer DW 05/18/2025

Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an aggressive but hormone-sensitive prostate cancer.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
Cancer

Doctors say it's 'inconceivable' Biden's cancer went undetected by his medical team - as Trump Jr. questions if diagnosis is 'cover-up'

#alzheimers-disease
Medicine
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

When is the correct time to diagnose dementia?

Blood tests may soon replace expensive diagnostic methods for Alzheimer's disease.
Early signs of Alzheimer's can be mistaken for other issues, complicating diagnosis.
Wearables
fromInsideHook
1 month ago

The FDA Just Approved an Alzheimer's Disease Blood Test

The FDA approved a blood test for Alzheimer's disease, enhancing early detection and accessibility.
Medicine
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

When is the correct time to diagnose dementia?

Blood tests may soon replace expensive diagnostic methods for Alzheimer's disease.
Early signs of Alzheimer's can be mistaken for other issues, complicating diagnosis.
Wearables
fromInsideHook
1 month ago

The FDA Just Approved an Alzheimer's Disease Blood Test

The FDA approved a blood test for Alzheimer's disease, enhancing early detection and accessibility.
#health
Cancer
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Exclusive | I was healthy before my colon cancer diagnosis at 35 - the symptom I wish had been taken seriously

Rory Kennedy's unexpected colon cancer diagnosis emphasizes the importance of early screening despite a healthy lifestyle.
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago
Mental health

If You Have A Chronic Condition, I Want To Hear What You Thought Was "Normal" Until Your Diagnosis

Cancer
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Exclusive | I was healthy before my colon cancer diagnosis at 35 - the symptom I wish had been taken seriously

Rory Kennedy's unexpected colon cancer diagnosis emphasizes the importance of early screening despite a healthy lifestyle.
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago
Mental health

If You Have A Chronic Condition, I Want To Hear What You Thought Was "Normal" Until Your Diagnosis

OMG science
fromNature
2 months ago

Reframe perspectives on Alzheimer's disease

Recent advancements in Alzheimer's diagnosis and treatment can slow cognitive decline after diagnosis.
Cancer
fromKqed
2 months ago

CT Scans Save Lives. But as They're Used More Often, How Many Are Causing Cancer? | KQED

Most patients face minimal cancer risk from CT scans, but unnecessary exposure is unacceptable.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

Memory Loss or Dementia? Understanding the Key Differences

Occasional forgetfulness is normal with aging, but dementia disrupts daily life.
Mild cognitive impairment may indicate a risk for dementia.
Dementia symptoms include more than memory loss; they affect daily functioning.
Cancer
fromIrish Independent
3 months ago

Comedian Katherine Ryan reveals she has been diagnosed with cancer for a second time

Katherine Ryan experienced misdiagnosis of melanoma before finally receiving the correct diagnosis after seeking private healthcare.
Digital life
fromHackernoon
5 months ago

The Future of Healthcare: How It Can Be Used to Save a Few Billion Lives | HackerNoon

Modern medicine faces challenges with patient communication leading to diagnosis errors and unsatisfactory care, highlighting a need for systemic improvements.
SF parents
fromNature
4 months ago

Medical records from the Center for the Study of Temporal Disorders, Pediatric Department

The article highlights complex cases of temporal disorders, illustrating how patients interact with their realities and the challenges these create in therapy.
Medicine
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

The Age of Diagnosis by Suzanne O'Sullivan review are we really getting sicker?

Lyme disease diagnosis requires nuanced understanding and cannot rely solely on test results.
Growth hacking
fromThe Bootstrapped Founder
4 months ago

Think with AI, Do with People

ChatGPT provided critical health advice that potentially saved a life.
AI is becoming a ubiquitous healthcare assistant with vast diagnostic abilities.
AI's utility extends beyond healthcare into various fields like software and marketing.
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