
The psychological impact of national tragedies: it's time to recognize the importance of mourning and finding meaning in collective grief.
Dr Moffic is an award-winning psychiatrist who specialized in the cultural and ethical aspects of psychiatry and is now in retirement and retirement as a private pro bono community psychiatrist. A prolific writer and speaker, he has done a weekday column titled “Psychiatric Views on the Daily News” and a weekly video, “Psychiatry & Society,” since the COVID-19 pandemic emerged. He was chosen to receive the 2024 Abraham Halpern Humanitarian Award from the American Association for Social Psychiatry. Previously, he received the Administrative Award in 2016 from the American Psychiatric Association, the one-time designation of being a Hero of Public Psychiatry from the Speaker of the Assembly of the APA in 2002, and the Exemplary Psychiatrist Award from the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill in 1991. He presented the third Rabbi Jeffrey B. Stiffman lecture at Congregation Shaare Emeth in St. Louis on Sunday, May 19, 2024. He is an advocate and activist for mental health issues related to climate instability, physician burnout, and xenophobia. He is now editing the final book in a 4-volume series on religions and psychiatry for Springer: Islamophobia, anti-Semitism, Christianity, and now The Eastern Religions, and Spirituality. He serves on the Editorial Board of Psychiatric Times.
The psychological impact of national tragedies: it's time to recognize the importance of mourning and finding meaning in collective grief.
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Anna Ornstein, MD's legacy as a Holocaust survivor and humanitarian psychiatrist inspires reflection on societal issues and the importance of empathy in healing.
Let's look at the intersection of psychiatry and the afterlife, including the beliefs, research, and personal insights on reincarnation and purpose.
H. Steven Moffic, MD, discusses social psychiatric connections to the Declaration of Independence with some psychiatric additions to life, liberty, and pursuit of happiness.
Explore the intriguing connections between afterlife beliefs, personal experiences, and the psychological impact of grief in this thought-provoking analysis.
The complex ethics of dying, death, and assisted dying lead to debates on terminology and implications for patient autonomy and suffering.
July 1 marks 50 years in psychiatry for H. Steven Moffic, MD! In celebration, he shares essential advice for aspiring psychiatrists, emphasizing ethical decision-making, flexibility, and the importance of passion in mental health careers.
Let's explore the intriguing intersection of psychiatry and past lives, revealing how understanding previous existences can lead to personal healing and growth.
Let's explore the psychological impacts of international conflict. We must emphasize the need for compassion and understanding to foster peace and mental health.
H. Steven Moffic, MD, examines the intersection of death, dying, and the afterlife through personal stories and psychiatric insights in this thought-provoking discussion.
Explore the significance of Juneteenth, its historical context, and the ongoing challenges of truth and equity in mental health care.
H. Steven Moffic, MD, reflects on mental health challenges amid political turmoil, emphasizing the need for effective advocacy and support in the community.
Let's examine the effectiveness of recent protests, peaceful rallies, innovative strategies, and their impact on social change.
Let's explore the evolving role of fathers, societal shifts, and the impact of gaming on male identity and mental health.
Making redemption more explicit in psychiatry will increase the study of its possible influence and connections.
What do readers think of redemption in psychiatry?
Prevention of wars would reduce the extraordinary loss of lives and major trauma.
Mental health: it is time to do what is needed now or it will be more extensive and expensive later.
How can we apply the principles of redemption in psychiatry?
What role should performance enhancers and even AI play in psychiatry and human interactions?
H. Steven Moffic, MD, ponders the interesting story behind the Goldwater Rule, and whether it remains useful as is.
Taking a page from the Olympics, psychiatry needs to work faster, higher, and stronger--together.
Although medical ethics prioritizes the patient, should the clinician get more equal consideration?
Psychiatric professionals express concern over the impact of federal changes on diversity, equity, and inclusion programs in mental health care.
How do psychiatrists feel about the current polycrises? “Overwhelmed.”
Are we ready yet to give peace a chance?
Psychiatrists united in Los Angeles for a rally, advocating for mental health funding amidst growing concerns over service cuts and societal challenges.
Explore the urgent need for collaboration in mental health to combat societal crises and promote prosocial behavior for a healthier future.
Why was this year's APA Annual Meeting historic? H. Steven Moffic, MD, shares his thoughts.