What is the psychiatric impact of the current war in Gaza?
"When I was very young and dreaming of becoming a doctor, I never witnessed a physician open up about their mental health, let alone admit to taking medication for it..."
While there are no FDA-approved medications available for CUD, some studies show potential off-label utility in mitigating withdrawal and maintaining abstinence. Learn more in this CME article.
Psychedelics: it is time to integrate this treatment option into clinical care while holding fast to the principles of medical ethics.
The CEO and founder of Blueprint talks how they are improving the quality of mental health care by putting the proper data infrastructure in place.
At-home ketamine treatment initiated by an online provider presents many legal, clinical, and ethical challenges...
Prolonged grief disorder honors patients' loss by helping them integrate that loss into their lives—transforming and restoring lives of purpose and meaning.
Awais Aftab, MD, explores the many aspects of psychiatry through engaging interviews that challenge traditional views and advocate for a more inclusive dialogue. Check out this review of his new book.
Listen to the sounds of nature and release the tension you are holding.
A patient loss does not undo or discard the multitude of meaningful life changing and life preserving work done.
Mental health equity is not possible without a diverse workforce. Recruiting diverse psychiatrists is the first step.
Nicole Hockley, co-founder and managing director of Sandy Hook Promise, talks about the mental health strain COVID-19 has placed on youth.
Does palliative psychiatry inevitably lead to advocacy for assisted suicide?
Exploring the association between methamphetamine use and the development of psychotic symptoms, such as paranoid delusions, ideas of reference, and auditory hallucinations.
A look at the different types of mental health disorders and the role of psychodynamic psychotherapy.
How can we ensure that diversity, equity, inclusion, and access are truly achieved in clinical trials industry-wide?
A nonprofit aims to support clinicians and patients with insurance coverage for evidence-based medicine.
The COVID-19 pandemic has disproportionately affected people of color due to legal, social, and economic inequities.
As Suicide Prevention Month continues, we take a look at the mental health of a group constantly caring for others: first responders.
New research links reduced synaptic density,early psychosis, and cannabis use, offering insights into negative symptoms and potential interventions.
This CME will inform clinicians with unique and much-needed skill sets in diagnosing substance use disorders and managing co-occurring chronic pain.
"20% to 30% of patients develop a persistent, hard-to-treat illness."
PME affects many women, yet it remains under-recognized in clinical practice and in research.
The protections of Roe v. Wade may be coming to an end. What will this mean for mental health?
A synthetic derivate of the endogenous amino acid L-cysteine and a precursor of glutathion, N-Acetylcysteine shows promise for treating a variety of psychiatric disorders.
Peripartum psychosis is considered a psychiatric emergency. Here is how an interdisciplinary team can provide the best care.
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.
The impact of plastics on health is an area of increasing concern.