|Slideshows|February 14, 2020

8 Considerations in the Differential Diagnosis of Posttraumatic Psychosis

Author(s)Lindsey Gurin, MD, David B. Arciniegas, MD

Following TBI, cognitive deficits, comorbid medical and neurological problems, as well as complex pharmacotherapeutic needs and sensitivities frequently complicate evaluation and treatment of psychosis in this population.

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