Mini Quiz: Deep Brain Stimulation for Depression
March 2, 2020
How effective is deep brain stimulation for treatment-resistant depression? Take the quiz.
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Neuropsychiatry
Neuromodulation Approaches to Mood Disorders
February 24, 2020
As the evidence base grows and patients continue to demand better options, barriers will be lifted and neuromodulation will occupy a larger role in the psychiatric toolbox.
Neuroimaging Shows Life-Course Persistent Antisocial Behavior Linked to Smaller Brain
February 21, 2020
Bullying and aggression, evasiveness and avoidance of responsibilities, and impulsivity and stealing—if these behaviors persist, the brain may hold the key in future studies.
The Neuroprotective Effects of Lithium
February 14, 2020
Do you need help persuading patients to try lithium?
4 Factors That Play Pivotal Roles in Alzheimer Disease Progression
February 12, 2020
At present there are no treatments to stop or delay underlying disease progression. Current prevalent therapies help to mask the symptoms, but they do not solve underlying causes. A fundamental premise for effective treatment is to make a diagnosis of Alzheimer disease at the earliest stage.
Autoimmune Encephalitis: What Psychiatrists Need to Know
January 29, 2020
This article broadly reviews the pathophysiology of the most common forms of autoimmune encephalitis and provides guidelines tailored toward mental health professionals to best identify and manage these rare but important causes of neuropsychiatric illness.
8 Strategies for Managing BPSD
January 22, 2020
Recommendations for the use of antipsychotics for the management of behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia.
Infectious Burden and Alzheimer Disease: Is There a Link?
November 29, 2019
It is crucial for practicing psychiatrists to consider that Alzheimer disease can be aggravated by infections of different origin.
Will the Photobiomodulation Trial Be the One to Turn the Tide Against Alzheimer Disease?
October 24, 2019
In light of recent failed trials, why would another trial by a small Canadian company be expected to succeed against the odds?
5 Psychopharmacologic Approaches to Treating Tinnitus
October 17, 2019
Tinnitus affects 50 million people in the US and can require urgent medical assistance. It can also cause considerable anxiety and even hallucinations. Reducing symptom intensity is key.
