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10 Things To Consider When Cross Titrating Drugs
November 30th 2020
Over the years, Psychiatric Times’ editor in chief has developed “Miller’s Formula,” his 10-step system to ensure a successful cross-titration for his patients. The strategies are straight-forward and can be used for any drug and in any specialty.
Dlgap2: The Gene Associated With Memory Loss
November 30th 2020
A new study associates a gene that facilitates neuron communication in the nervous system with memory loss.
Blood Pressure Drug Benefits Patients Recovering From Alcohol Addiction
November 27th 2020
A drug developed to treat high blood pressure has unexpected benefits for patients with severe withdrawal symptoms.
Is Child Maltreatment Associated with Substance Use? New Evidence Emerges
November 27th 2020
Female emergency department patients with adverse childhood experiences were more likely to have substance use issues.
Craving Company
November 26th 2020
A new study finds that isolation makes us want company on a neural level, in much the same way that hunger makes us want food.
LGBTQ+ Individuals who Abuse Substances Are More Likely to Have Psychiatric Disorders
November 26, 2020
Sexual minorities with alcohol and tobacco addictions are at a higher risk for comorbid psychiatric disorders, bisexual women in particular.
Fighters
November 25, 2020
An immunosuppressed clinician realizes that limits does not mean that you are limited.
Giving Thanks to Psychiatry and Society
November 25, 2020
Thanksgiving may be a time of stress, but Dr Moffic finds he has a lot to be thankful for.
We Think We Have Problems? 5 Supernatural Entities the Premodern World Had to Worry About
November 25, 2020
Throughout history and across cultures, monsters have helped communities teach lessons and affirm their values.
Pregnancy and Postpartum Suicide Risk: The New Numbers
November 25, 2020
Suicide attempts among pregnant or postpartum mothers have nearly tripled over the past decade.
The Vulnerability and Resilience of Refugees During the Pandemic
November 25, 2020
Assisting and empowering refugees is important now more than ever.
D-cycloserine for Anxiety Disorders: What Psychiatrists Need to Know
November 25, 2020
D-cycloserine may help patients with anxiety disorders, or it might make their anxiety worse. Find out how to use it safely.
Dying Without a Dream
November 24, 2020
Drug use is not only a consequence of addiction. It can also be a response to a deeper, existential problem.
10 Black Friday Gifts for Your Colleagues
November 24, 2020
It’s nice to be remembered, especially in the face of a trying year. Check out these editors' picks that won't break the bank.
A Dialogue on Psychosis and Trauma
November 24, 2020
Joining together to discuss psychosis, 3 British experts discuss various ways to respond to and help people who have experienced both trauma and psychosis.
Discharge Planning
November 24, 2020
A mother begs the court to keep her son incarcerated for fear street gangs will eat him alive.
A Shift in the Air: Changes in Young Adults’ Vaping and Substance Use During COVID-19
November 24, 2020
How has the COVID-19 pandemic affected the way young adults use substances like vaping, alcohol, and marijuana?
Weight Control and Mental Illness
November 24, 2020
Depression can cause weight loss or a loss of appetite... or it could cause weight gain and an increased appetite. Here is some need-to-know information on weight control and mood disorders.
Exploring Seasonal Affective Disorder
November 23, 2020
What is seasonal affective disorder (SAD), and can it be affecting your patients? Psychiatric Times’ Editor in Chief John J. Miller, MD, explores the history of SAD and how he integrates the use of light boxes for significant improvement in his patients.
A Mindful Thanksgiving Meal
November 23, 2020
What foods can be incorporated into a Thanksgiving meal to improve mood, mindfulness, and well-being?