Authors


Alexander deNesnera, MD, DLFAPA

Latest:

Delays in Psychiatric Care: New Hampshire’s Robust Response

New Hampshire’s mental health system faces ongoing challenges with emergency department boarding, legal concerns over due process, and resource shortages, prompting reforms to improve patient care and access.


Wayne Drevets, MD

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Seltorexant, Major Depressive Disorder, and Insomnia: Thoughts on the New Data

Andrew Krystal, MD, and Wayne Drevets, MD, share their thoughts on the recent seltorexant data presented at the 2024 ASCP Annual Meeting.


Jasna Hocevar-Trnka, MD, MPH

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RE104: A Novel, Fast-Acting Psychedelic for Postpartum Depression

Experts share the results from the first-in-human phase 1 study of this treatment, plus a preview of its upcoming phase 2 trial.


Beatrix Taylor, BSc, MSc

Latest:

RE104: A Novel, Fast-Acting Psychedelic for Postpartum Depression

Experts share the results from the first-in-human phase 1 study of this treatment, plus a preview of its upcoming phase 2 trial.


Gil Angela Dela Cruz, MSc

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SUDs in Women and the Importance of Tailored Treatment Approaches

What are the most effective approaches to SUD treatment in this unique patient population?


Alex Mendelsohn, PhD

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Securing the Future of Lithium Research

How can we enhance our lithium research?


Lori Rubenstein

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Let’s Build Brains Better! Brain Science-Inspired Policies for the Future

In order to face the rapidly changing, increasingly complex, and globally connected world, we need to focus on the importance of early brain and child development.


Barbara Burton, MD

Latest:

Psychopathy: Insights for General Practice

While incarceration is the definitive “treatment” for some, psychopathy exists on a spectrum like any other mental disorder; more recent research suggests the condition is capable of responding to treatment.


Andreas Maercker, 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.


Yaakov S. Green, MD, MBA

Latest:

Adding Insult to Narcissistic Injury: Comorbidity of Narcissistic Personality Disorder and Major Depressive Disorder

Diagnosing this intricate comorbidity demands a nuanced approach. Here's what you need to know.


Lior Hilsenrath, MD

Latest:

Zuranolone for the Treatment of Adults With Major Depressive Disorder

This randomized, placebo-controlled, phase 3 clinical trial showed that a 14-day treatment course of oral zuranolone 50 mg/day in MDD led to significantly greater improvements in depressive symptoms when compared with placebo.


Anne-Marie Hathaway, DO

Latest:

Female Offenders: Patterns, Risk, and Assessment

Female offenders in the criminal justice system are more likely to have experienced trauma and are more likely to be diagnosed with conditions such as PTSD and depression compared with male offenders.


Rahn K. Bailey, MD

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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.


Kirk Nylen, PhD

Latest:

Brain Capital: An Emerging Investment Opportunity

Brain Capital: a fresh approach to technologies and investing.



PER® Editorial Staff

Latest:

Opportunities in Managing Treatment-Resistant Depression and Tardive Dyskinesia

This CME describes current strategies and recent advances in treatment.


Stephanie Sheps

Latest:

Physician Liability During COVID-19: What You Need to Know To Protect Your Practice

Does the typical malpractice insurance policy cover COVID-related claims? That question and more answered.


Bhavana Muppavarapu, BSc

Latest:

New-Onset Racism or Psychosis?

Racism is not usually considered a psychotic symptom and therefore it is not often considered in the diagnosis of schizophrenia.


Suporn Sukpraprut-Braaten, PhD

Latest:

Exploring Diagnostic Strategies in the Assessment of Mixed Affective States

In this CME article, examine how current DSM nosology defines the proper method of assessing a mixed-episode patient and which diagnostic labels to give them based on their presenting symptomatology.


Tiffani L. Bell Washington, MD, MPH, FAPA

Latest:

Finding Joy in Life: A Psychiatric Perspective

Discover how Tiffani Bell Washington, MD, MPH, FAPA, inspires joy and balance in busy lives, combating burnout and redefining wellness for high-achieving women.


Maggie O'Haire, PhD

Latest:

Service Dogs for Veterans With PTSD

These service animals are improving veteran lives...


Joshua Pagano, DO

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A Jill of All Trades

This mother and leader is an inspiration.


Vincenzo Di Nicola, MPhil, MD, PhD, FCAHS, DLFAPA, DFCPA, FACPsych

Latest:

Social Psychiatry and Culturally Relevant Psychotherapy at the APA Annual Meeting

Vincenzo Di Nicola discusses the importance of pluralism in social psychiatry and the need for culturally relevant psychotherapy at the 2025 APA Annual Meeting.


Garth Smith, PhD

Latest:

Brain Capital: An Emerging Investment Opportunity

Brain Capital: a fresh approach to technologies and investing.


Devon Christie, MD, CCFP, IFMCP, RTC

Latest:

What Does the Future Hold for Psychedelic-Assisted Psychotherapy?

A growing body of scientific evidence suggests that mind-altering drugs, combined with psychotherapy, are effective treatments for some of the most stubborn psychiatric disorders.


Tia Powell, MD

Latest:

The Ethics of Reopening

At the heart of reopening is protecting both population health and economic health.


Lisa Grabl

Latest:

Market Yourself by Leveraging Digital Platforms

Having an appropriate presence on social media can help your career.


Ellen Lockard Edens, MD, MPE

Latest:

You Say Pain. I Say Addiction. Let’s Call the Whole Thing Off

This CME will inform clinicians with unique and much-needed skill sets in diagnosing substance use disorders and managing co-occurring chronic pain.


Gabrielle Young, MS-4

Latest:

Chemotherapy-Induced Psychosis in an Adolescent

Check out this case study to learn more about how viral infections might play a role in triggering psychotic disorders.


Catherine Friedman, MD

Latest:

10 Measures and Outcomes to Assess Progress in Eradicating Racism

Suggestions to assess outcomes and measure success levels in combatting racism.

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