New research leaves Hopkins scientists wondering if antiviral drugs can treat bipolar, schizophrenia

New research leaves Hopkins scientists wondering if antiviral drugs can treat bipolar, schizophrenia

A new medical study out of Johns Hopkins Children's Center could potentially be a game changer for those suffering certain mental disorders.Hopkins researchers say they found evidence suggesting hepatitis C (HCV) may contribute to bipolar and schizophrenia symptoms.While previous studies have tied HCV to schizophrenia and bipolar disorder before, Hopkins scientists claim no such infection was ever discovered around the brain of these patients.Th…

Managing Schizophrenia and Parenthood: How to Thrive

The exhaustion of infancy and those oh-so-busy toddler days is hard enough for any parent. But when you’re also managing schizophrenia , the daily grind can feel even more challenging. Living with this type of mental illness uniquely compounds the complex emotional demands that come with having kids. Some research has even highlighted the precise difficulties that schizophrenia brings to bear on life with little ones.e60dc2a1-f33c-4a05-9b50-8e3e…

Hepatitis C Found in Brain Lining Linked to Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder

Researchers have discovered hepatitis C virus (HCV) in the brain lining of individuals with schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, suggesting a possible link between infection and psychiatric symptoms. The study found HCV specifically in the choroid plexus, a structure producing cerebrospinal fluid, but not inside brain tissue itself.

New Study Finds Evidence of Hepatitis C Virus in Cells Lining Human Brain

Observational studies of psychiatric diseases such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder and major depression have long tied viral infections with behavioral symptoms in these disorders, but scientists have been unable to find direct evidence of suspected viruses in the brain. Experts say that's possibly because viruses may not get directly inside the brain, but may target the brain lining instead.