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. 2013 Apr 2:2013:5.
Print 2013 Mar.

Psychiatric drug development: diagnosing a crisis

Steven E Hyman

Psychiatric drug development: diagnosing a crisis

Steven E Hyman. Cerebrum. .

Abstract

Although one in five Americans currently takes at least one psychiatric drug and mental disorders are recognized worldwide, global pharmaceutical industry funding for new, innovative medications is in serious decline despite promising advances in genetics. The author traces the evolution of psychiatric drug development, the reasons for its retreat, and the changes necessary to meet the growing demand.

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