Can you tell me if the natural herb skullcap can treat mental illnesses?

Scullcap ; anxiety: Scullcap, or scutellaria lateriflora, is a mint that has long been used as a relaxant. It may be especially helpful for people with overactive minds, and who have hyper-reactive senses. That said, there are few studies of it and no standardized preparations. A small study did show anti-anxiety effects: http://tinyurl.Com/mx822ll buy only from reputable manufacturers who don't adulterate products.