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Valproic Acid and Pregnancy: FDA Issues Warning

Valproic Acid and Pregnancy: FDA Issues Warning

Published: May 21st, 2013

There have been multiple recent reports indicating that the use of valproate during pregnancy may be associated with lower IQ, cognitive problems, and developmental delays in exposed children.  This has ...


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Soy Supplements for Menopausal Symptoms: Higher Doses and More Frequent Dosing May Help

Soy Supplements for Menopausal Symptoms: Higher Doses and More Frequent Dosing May Help

Published: May 17th, 2013

Studies assessing the effectiveness of complementary and alternative medicines (CAM) for the treatment of menopause-related hot flashes have yielded conflicting results.  Most studies have demonstrated that treatments such as ...


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Atypical Antipsychotic Medications: What Do We Know About Their Reproductive Safety?

Atypical Antipsychotic Medications: What Do We Know About Their Reproductive Safety?

Published: May 15th, 2013

Atypical antipsychotic medications are commonly used for the treatment of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.  Despite the increasing use of these medications in women of child-bearing age, there is still relatively ...


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New Research from the CWMH: Vasomotor Symptoms Frequently Recur After Discontinuation of SSRI

New Research from the CWMH: Vasomotor Symptoms Frequently Recur After Discontinuation of SSRI

Published: May 13th, 2013

For the treatment of menopausal vasomotor symptoms (VMS), such as hot flashes and night sweats, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are effective and well-tolerated.  Positive effects are observed within 4 ...


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Remote Enrollment Initiated in MGH Study Assessing Mood Symptoms Across Infertility Treatment

Remote Enrollment Initiated in MGH Study Assessing Mood Symptoms Across Infertility Treatment

Published: May 7th, 2013

We are pleased to announce the recent launch of an exciting new research initiative that is being conducted by the Massachusetts General Hospital Center for Women’s Mental Health.  The Symptom ...


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