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Researchers uncovered hundreds of genes linked to OCD, providing clues about how it changes the brain − new research
A milestone in OCD research: A study has pinpointed 30 significant genetic regions and 25 likely causal genes associated with OCD. “Instead of one gene or brain region, OCD seems to be a disorder of circuits and hundreds of genes,” says Dr. Mathews, co-leader of the study and Director of…
Nitrous oxide, or laughing gas, is unregulated. Its illicit use is on the rise
In this Tampa Bay Times article, Dr. Kent Mathias, of the UF Health Florida Recovery Center, shares firsthand insights into the devastating effects of nitrous oxide addiction, including irreversible paralysis and rising fatalities.
UF Student Establishes Mental Health Organization with Faculty Support Led by Dr. Michelle Jacobs-Elliott
UF student Alexia O’Quinn founded Brighter Days, a new mental health club dedicated to fostering open, judgment-free conversations across the university community. Supporting this mission is a team of dedicated faculty advisors, including lead advisor Michelle E. Jacobs-Elliott, M.D., assistant professor in psychiatry at the College of Medicine.
FRC’s Run 4 Recovery 5K
The UF Health Florida Recovery Center invites you to the 6th annual 5K to celebrate recovery and to help break the stigma against substance use disorders. Come run or cheer on the sidelines to help us raise awareness as a community!…
It’s Not In Your Head—Your Mental Health Meds Are Making You Sweaty
In a recent Women’s Health article, Dr. Ludmila De Faria explains why this side effect happens and what you can do about it. From adjusting your dose to switching meds, there are options—and understanding the biology behind it is the first step.
2025 MBI Impact Report
See how the McKnight Brain Institute of the University of Florida is empowering investigators and driving forward the mission to improve lives through groundbreaking neuroscience research and education. This year’s Impact Report also shines a spotlight on several UF Department of Psychiatry’s outstanding faculty and trainees whose work is making…
Research Spotlight – Ana Turner, MD
A Comprehensive Guide to Long-Acting Injectable Antipsychotics for Primary Care Clinicians Ana Turner – UF Gainesville Abi Krishna – UF JacksonvilleShelby Goicochea – UF JacksonvilleRishub Shah – UF GainesvilleBenton Stamper – UF JacksonvillGrant Harrell – UF Gainesville Primary Care Published in: Journal of the…
Surprising study suggests cannabis can improve some types of memory in the aging brain
With cannabis use on the rise among older adults, researchers are digging deeper into how it impacts memory and cognition. In a new study led by Dr. Jennifer Bizon and co-authored by Dr. Barry Setlow, UF researchers explored the effects of cannabis smoke and oral THC on memory in aging…
