An expert discusses recent research evaluating a selective M4 positive allosteric modulator for the treatment of schizophrenia.
What are the differences in epidemiological and clinical characteristics of bipolar disorder between the sexes?
When the patient has significant comorbid psychiatric problems, high risk of suicide, and Huntington disease, the role of clinician spills over into patient advocate in a complex medical system.
Mothers with borderline personality disorder often have experienced early-life trauma. How can you help?
A fourth-year medical student reflects on the non-traditional traditions that came from growing up in a 2-physician, 2-religion household.
Beyond the COVID-19-driven shock, we must develop a resilient future in an increasingly uncertain world.
This mindset might be the key to mental health breakthroughs.
What is allowed in terms of professional courtesy for physicians, including waiving fees for financial hardship or providing discounted care for physician colleagues and their families?
How can we help individuals who are under undue influence or authoritative control?
Schizophrenia is one of the most recognized yet least understood chronic brain disorders.
Welcome to the intersection of philosophy, psychology, and psychiatry.
Why are experts excited about KarXT, a novel muscarinic acetylcholine receptor agonist that, if approved, is poised to revolutionize schizophrenia treatment?
Climate change is a devastating existential threat that can exaggerate preexisting inequities and health/mental health problems. As mental health professionals committed to understanding deep emotional wounds and addressing complexities of relationships, psychiatrists have the tools to assist in bridging the current gaps.
This moment in history cannot be lost. When you ask us if we are okay, be prepared to hear us say we are not . . . and never have been. Then be prepared to do more.
A psychiatrist shares his experience of how running has been a constant for him throughout life’s changes.
Should clinicians of a certain be assessed to ensure competence, or does that just foster stigma and stereotypes?
How one mother of a child with autism helped countless others better understand the autistic experience.
What does it mean to receive crisis care in the typical emergency department? Psychiatrists have a powerful role in reducing boarding.
In this CME article, learn more about a protocolized approach to the hospital management of pediatric patients with severe malnutrition related to eating disorders, including the utilization of a multidisciplinary care team and structured psychoeducation materials for families.
“She would never hurt her baby...”
The sexual side effects of psychiatric medications are troubling enough that some patients consider treatment cessation. The authors review 5 strategies for managing sexual dysfunction.
What does existing research say about the connection between substance use disorders and eating disorders?
In overdose, cyproheptadine may cause central nervous system depression and sedation, as well as anticholinergic syndrome.
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.
Does anorexia nervosa constitute an illness worthy of physician-assisted suicide? These authors think not.
Simple but powerful strategies for drawing on patients’ existing character strengths and long-term goals.