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Mental Illness

Researchers say women are more likely to have depression and anxiety, while more men report substance abuse.(Photo by Carsten Koall/Getty Images)

Study: Women 40 Percent More Likely To Develop Mental Illness Than Men

There is a gender gap for mental illness, with females being up to 40 percent more likely to develop some type of mental health condition than their male counterparts.

2013/05/23

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CDC: People With Mental Illness More Likely To Smoke Cigarettes

A recent study conducted by the Centers for Disease control and Prevention in Atlanta has found that many people with mental illness are also smokers, and that those with mental illness are prone to tobacco use and abuse.

2013/02/06

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Marijuana Use Could Lead To Mental Illness

Kids who smoke marijuana could be increasing their risk of mental illness.  A new study shows marijuana use might speed up the onset of psychosis in people predisposed to diseases like schizophrenia.  The Australian study […]

WAOK-AM–2011/02/09

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