Authors


Erikka D. Taylor, MD, MPH, DFAACAP

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Eating Disorders in BIPOC Communities

Psychiatric Times sat down with Erikka D. Taylor, MD, MPH, DFAACAP, of Project HEAL to discuss the unique challenges associated with treatment of eating disorders in this patient population.


Malik Saafir, MDiv

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Psychological and Spiritual Reflections on the COVID-19 Pandemic

For some patients, quarantine and isolation may generate feelings of uncertainty. It is important to use accurate terminology, since the words we use and how we think shape our being and responses.


Seetal M. Dodd, PhD

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The Psychiatric Potential of Statins

Preliminary studies suggest that adjuvant treatment with a statin may be beneficial for patients who are also prescribed psychotropic drugs for depression and schizophrenia.


Richard Garrett Key, MD

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Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor and Bleeding Risk, Part 2: Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding, Malignancy, Pregnancy, and Surgical Considerations

In this CME article, review literature on SRI-related bleeding complications in patients with GI bleeding, malignancy, perioperative settings, pregnancy, and hormonal therapy.


Shira Fischer, MD, PhD

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Transitioning to Telehealth & Pandemic-Affected Care

What does recent research have to say on video telemedicine?


Richard K. Bogan, MD, FCCP, FAASM

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Practice Pearls for Narcolepsy Management

Richard K. Bogan, MD, FCCP, FAASM, and Asim Roy, MD, share take-home messages for the management of narcolepsy.


Kayla Behbahani, DO

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The Importance of Avoiding Implicit Bias in Advocating for Patients

"Our own implicit biases come into play at times whether we like it or not, especially when it comes to frequently controversial medications."


Rodney Villanueva, MD

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Mental Health Equity Begins With Resident Recruitment: The Impact of Recruiting a Diverse Psychiatric Workforce

Mental health equity is not possible without a diverse workforce. Recruiting diverse psychiatrists is the first step.


Rachel Petersen-Nguyen, MD

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ADHD Rx Shortage: Insights and Tips From an Expert

The ADHD Rx shortage is impacting children and their families. Here, a clinician shares how she supports her patients.


Nishi Rawat, MD, MBA
Nishi Rawat, MD, MBA

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The Need for Better Crisis Prevention

Yes, we need better crisis management, but what we really need is better crisis prevention.


Barry Marcus, MSW

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SPIRIT (Social Psychiatry Interested in Recovery from International Trauma) Voices Some Current Concerns

All these events that occurred over the weekend bear social psychiatric weight.


Yalda Safai, MD, MPH

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Self-Care in the Face of Catastrophe

“You cannot change what’s happening in the world—all you can do is change your response to what’s happening in the world.”


Carl I Cohen, MD

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Treating Dementia Patients in the Time of COVID

Telehealth poses challenges for patients, clinicians, families, and caregivers.


Tessa Manning, MD

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Insights From the 2022 AAPL Annual Meeting

The American Academy of Psychiatry and the Law hosted its first in-person meeting in October 2022. Check out these highlights.


Jennifer Buchanan

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Wellness, Well Played

“A song is never just a song, and a playlist is never just a playlist.”


Mark Rennella

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Developing Your Skills at the Intersection of Work and Psychiatry

Here’s how the Academy of Organizational and Occupational Psychiatry can help you connect with your fellow psychiatrists about complex mental health issues in the workplace.


Peter Kowalski, MD

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Picture Postcards from Mayhem

One doctor went overseas to assist Ukraine. Here are some photos from his journey.


Khaled Rajab, MD, MBA

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Telepsychiatry Initiatives in Psychiatry Departments: Enabling Sustainable Growth

How can telehealth help academic psychiatry departments improve administrative efficiency and expand their clinical services?




Gregory Kolovich, MD

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Robust Online Presence Needed to Meet Expectations of Today’s Patients

Here's how a good online reputation can help clinicians provide a positive patient experience.


Patrick C. Ryan, BA

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Psychiatrists as Partners in Suicide Prevention for Pediatric Medical Settings

"The death rate among youth aged 10 to 24 years increased 52.2% from 6.9 per 100,000 in 2001 to 10.5 per 100,000 in 2020."


Sanjiv Das

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Brain Capital: An Emerging Investment Opportunity

Brain Capital: a fresh approach to technologies and investing.


Danielle B. Kushner, MD

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Organized Psychiatry Provides Strength and Value to Mental Health Professionals

"Organized medicine and specialty organizations are key pillars of support for individual physicians that provide opportunities to advocate for more funding and resources for the medical system and education."


Stephanie Garayalde, MD

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The APA Council on Children, Adolescents, and Their Families Shares Important Information on Cyberbullying

As the nation continues to grapple with the children’s mental health crisis, the American Psychiatric Association Council on Children, Adolescents, and Their Families is exploring the ways in which clinicians can best support their patients.


Janay Bailey, MS

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What Can Be Done About Racial Disparities in Mental Health Care?

Mental health conditions do not discriminate by race—but mental health treatment might.



Tom Ward, DClinPsy, PhD

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Psychiatry’s Problem With Paranoia—Is Digital Part of the Solution?

A new digital therapeutic helps patients with psychosis to slow down and manage their fears.


Sarah Lateef

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Surviving Survivorship

Surviving is harder than it looks…


Ping Zheng, MD, PhD

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Resiliency and Posttraumatic Growth: Cultural Implications for Psychiatrists

Acknowledging a patient's ability to grow and recover may help them feel more understood despite ongoing suffering.

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