Telepsychiatry

Does the YOI intervention improve mental health workers’ insomnia? Research says yes.

From the at-home ketamine experience to the Wit v United Behavioral Health reversal, here are highlights from the week in Psychiatric Times.

"As clinicians who took an oath to 'do no harm,' we must educate the public about the dangers and non–standard of care of the growing practice of at-home ketamine."

Mental health leads with 36% of all outpatient visits and 39% of all telehealth services. What effect does this have on psychiatric practice?

At-home ketamine treatment initiated by an online provider presents many legal, clinical, and ethical challenges...

What are the challenges and opportunities for improvement in COVID-19-related mental health care?

One psychiatrist considers the advantages of virtual psychiatric treatment for both patients and clinicians.

How can telehealth help academic psychiatry departments improve administrative efficiency and expand their clinical services?

Here’s how online appointments are lowering anxiety among patients and families.

Catch up on the latest research on ADHD, PTSD, and more with Psychiatric Times.

There have been many exciting advances in telemedicine in recent years. But does telemedicine really allow us to be genuinely present for our patients?

Doctors share their experiences with telepsychiatry in an academic department of psychiatry that led to significant expansion of clinical services and greater administrative efficiency.

The pandemic amplifies a growing crisis that requires a multifaceted approach.

Two forms of telehealth can improve quality of life and care for patients with PTSD and bipolar disorder who live in more rural communities.

The COVID-19 crisis has changed teleworking. What should you be aware of looking toward the future?

Chatbots have the potential to help millions. How can we use them to improve mental health in children?

Isolated older adults may be especially vulnerable to addiction issues with the onset of the pandemic. Here’s how telemedicine can help.

Research shows potential for increased patient engagement and limited support for improved retention rates.

Medicare's in-person requirement threatens access to quality care.

Look for the light, magnify it, and reflect it back.

That link in the email could be a Trojan horse.

This is a rare opportunity for researchers and entrepreneurs from a variety of fields to conduct experiments in space.

These states will receive funding to increase competitive integrated employment for patients with mental health conditions.

Hacking and security breaches are rising at an alarming rate.

The COVID-19 outbreak will eventually end, but public health experts expect this will not be the last pandemic. Will we have learned the right lessons so we can more successfully weather the next one?

Every phase of the COVID-19 pandemic brings new ethical challenges.

In a time of increased telehealth, secure technology is more important than ever.

Still in its infancy, the field of technology in psychiatry is rapidly growing and holding much promise in diagnosis, symptom tracking, behaviorial reinforcement, and a host of other useful tools.

What 6 things are important to keep telemedicine practice running smoothly?

When meeting patients online, mental-health practitioners must confront a host of issues.