"The psychiatrist may be obligated to protect the fetus or warn authorities of the patient’s intent."
Check out this unique approach to foster positive and trusting relationships via natural interactions in the community and minimize the stigma related to psychosis.
Frontal lobe syndrome can present with a range of perseverative, disinhibited, overactive behaviors that do not meet traditional dementia/neurocognitive disorder criteria. Learn more here.
More than half of physicians believe that seeking psychiatric care would jeopardize their employment. What can be done?
New data out of Maryland includes some surprising numbers.
Although botulinum toxin does not have regulatory approval for the treatment of depression in the United States, some reports indicate neurotoxin treatment may mitigate symptoms.
How can the type of treatment affect the potential development and maintenance of genuine resilience?
Discover key insights from February’s Special Report on child and adolescent psychiatry, exploring overlooked diagnoses, new research, and the complex impact of social media on youth mental health.
The COVID-19 pandemic has disproportionately affected people of color due to legal, social, and economic inequities.
Experts preview their upcoming presentation on women in psychiatry at the 2023 APA Annual Meeting.
Emergency psychiatry gains recognition with a new focused practice designation, enhancing collaboration between emergency medicine and psychiatry for better patient care.
It is important to raise awareness about alpha-gal syndrome and the risks of tick exposure, and to provide resources to medical providers treating patients with this condition.
Presenting the second-prize winner of the 2022 Gerald F. Berlin Creative Writing Award.
This diverse group of women came together to explore the challenges in treating mental illness in patients who identify as female.
How can we address—and solve—2 of the biggest hurdles for patients in receiving mental health care?
Learn more about cannabis use and social media addiction in this month's Special Report!
What can be done about the shortages among psychiatry subspecialists?
How can you be better prepared to interview and care for peripartum patients? This CME shows you how.
What treatment strategies are available to improve the quality of life for older adults who are aging with schizophrenia?
"Our own implicit biases come into play at times whether we like it or not, especially when it comes to frequently controversial medications."
How can we face the current pandemic while addressing the brain health crisis?
A patient, faced with a lung cancer diagnosis and the fear of death, goes through the stages of grief. How can you as clinicians lead them through?
Postpartum psychosis occurs in about 1 to 2 per thousand new mothers. In this personal story, one writer shares her experience with postpartum psychosis.
What sleep disorders are common in older adults and what are the associated risk factors and correlates?
In some cases of child murder by the mother, psychiatrists may have a critical role in prevention. Learn more here.
Children with autism spectrum disorder have special educational needs, but with proper guidance they can flourish, even during a pandemic.
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.
Which innovations can improve measurement, technology, investment, and public policy surrounding brain health?