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A Pediatric Agitation Management Guide: “You Need to Calm Down”
Effective strategies for managing child agitation focus on individualized care, multidisciplinary support, and proactive interventions to ensure safety and calm.
Potential for Improved Psychiatric Medication Efficacy with Serotonin Receptor 5-HT1A Found to Favor Certain Signaling Pathways
Researchers uncover how serotonin receptor 5-HT1A influences drug interactions, paving the way for faster, targeted psychiatric treatments.
“Ending Crime and Disorder on America’s Streets”: Executive Order Targets Homeless Individuals with Psychiatric Illness
New executive order targets homeless individuals through institutionalization, raising concerns about stigma and lack of real solutions for vulnerable populations.
Reporting from Canada, #13: Elbows Up and Eyes Wide Open
Explore the intersection of psychiatry and politics as H. Steven Moffic, MD, reflects on Canadian unity and the challenges facing mental health services today.
Incretins: History, Physiology, and Pharmacology
Explore the evolution and therapeutic potential of GLP-1, a key incretin in diabetes management and weight loss solutions.
Study Identifies Critical Components of Early Psychosis Intervention
UK study of "active ingredients" in early psychosis intervention is applicable to US programs, according to the codirector of Stanford's INSPIRE Clinic.
FDA Grants Fast Track Designation for NRX-100 for Suicidal Ideation in Patients With Depression, Including Bipolar Depression
NRx Pharmaceuticals secures FDA Fast Track designation for NRX-100, a preservation-free formulation of intravenous ketamine for suicidal ideation in depression.
Reporting from Canada, #12: The Canadian Indigenous and the Middle East
Let's examine the mental health challenges faced by Native Americans and First Nations, highlighting historical trauma and the need for reparative actions.
Recent Updates in Psychopharmacology: Insights in Schizophrenia, ADHD, and Treatment-Resistant Depression
Stay updated on key psychopharmacology developments, including new treatments for schizophrenia and breakthroughs in depression therapy.
FDA Grants Type C Meeting for Aversa Fentanyl Abuse Deterrent Patch
The FDA has granted a Type C Meeting to Nutriband for their Aversa fentanyl patch, which aims to revolutionize pain management with its innovative abuse-deterrent technology.
Reporting from Canada, #11: A Dialectical Approach to Resolving Recalcitrant Social Psychiatric Problems
Let's examine innovative psychiatric approaches to address social conflicts, such as empathy, understanding, and the potential for healing in turbulent times.
Suicide Risk Screening for Children With Neurodevelopmental Disabilities: New Insights
Youth with neurodevelopmental disorders face significant suicide risks.
Investigational Prescription Digital Therapeutic CT-155 for Negative Symptoms of Schizophrenia Meets Primary Study End Point
Boehringer Ingelheim and Click Therapeutics achieve breakthrough results in treating negative schizophrenia symptoms with investigational prescription digital therapeutic CT-155.
Levels, Labs, and Lessons
Serum drug levels provide crucial insights for optimizing psychiatric treatment, enhancing patient outcomes in cases of schizophrenia and OCD.
Reporting from Canada, #10: Psychiatric Advice from a Train
What are the parallels between train travel and psychiatric care?
The Sum of Us
We want to emphasize the importance of diversity in mental health care, offering resources to enhance culturally informed practices for all clinicians.
End of Phase 2 Meeting With the FDA: Adial Prepares to Advance AD04 for Alcohol Use Disorder
Adial Pharmaceuticals just wrapped a successful end of phase 2 meeting with the FDA and will now advance its innovative treatment for alcohol use disorder, AD04.
In Summer, Always Ask
Extreme heat poses serious health risks, especially for vulnerable populations. Learn essential tips to help patients stay safe during heat waves and protect their well-being.
Will the Benzodiazepine Wars Ever End?
Benzodiazepines spark ongoing debate, balancing effective anxiety relief with addiction risks, as cultural attitudes shape their use and perception.
Reporting from Canada, #9: Transforming Guns Into Art
Explore the intersection of art and war, revealing how artists can uniquely interpret conflict and enhance mental health care through creative expression.
Sauerkraut and Social Anxiety
Exploring the impact of fermented foods like sauerkraut on social anxiety, revealing surprising insights and practical solutions for mental health.
Just How Many Patients Have Real Psychiatric Illness? The Rise of Malingering in Emergency Psychiatry
Emergency departments face unique challenges with malingering patients, requiring compassionate communication and understanding to navigate complex interactions effectively.
Metabolic Health in Schizophrenia: Toward Nutritional and Metabolism-Based Strategies in Psychiatry
Learn more about effective strategies for managing obesity and metabolic dysfunction in schizophrenia, focusing on dietary interventions and pharmacological treatments.
Reporting From Canada, #8: Towards Forgiveness and Redemption
The themes of forgiveness and redemption in Shakespeare and contemporary plays highlight their impact on mental health and societal healing.
Presenting Our August Theme: ADHD
Our August theme: the complexities of ADHD, including assessment, treatment options, and comorbidities. Share your insights!
Reporting from Canada, #7: The Scottish Play and Leadership
Explore the psychological depths of Macbeth's ambition and its destructive consequences, reflecting on leadership challenges in today's society.
Brief Book Reviews: August 2025
These 2 memoirs delve into mental health, revealing the complexities of personal struggles and the pursuit of self-acceptance.
Psychotherapy: July Special Report Recap
European Medicine Agency Committee Recommends Zuranolone for Postpartum Depression
Biogen's zuranolone gains positive opinion for treating postpartum depression, promising rapid symptom relief and potential EU approval by 2025.
July in Review: Updates on the Psychiatric Treatment Pipeline
Check out the pipeline updates from July!