Psychiatric Views on the Daily News

 is an award-winning psychiatrist who has specialized in the cultural and ethical aspects of psychiatry. A prolific writer and speaker, he received the one-time designation of Hero of Public Psychiatry from the Assembly of the American Psychiatric Association in 2002. To create a better world, he is an advocate for treating mental health issues related to climate instability, burnout, Islamophobia, and anti-Semitism. He serves on the Editorial Board of

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Merriam-Webster’s Word of 2022: gaslighting. 

Shining Light on Gaslighting

Perhaps we should try to act more like manatees…

Manatees and Mental Health Months

What would it take for psychiatrists and other physicians in the United States to collectively resist risks to the public’s health and mental health?

The Health Care Professional Ethical Choice: Ukraine, Iran, and Whether or When to Risk and Resist

Psychiatry and inner space—closer than you think. 

To Address Climate Change, This Psychiatrist Goes Where No One Has Gone Before

The two sides of the Thanksgiving coin… what are they and what do they mean? 

Cheerful and Tearful Over Thanksgiving Weekend

While resilience is beneficial to mental health, we need to reduce the reasons individuals require resilience. 

The Benefits and Limitations of Resilience

On Saturday night at a LGBTQ+ Club in Colorado Springs, 5 were killed and at least 25 injured. 

Add 30 Exclamation Points to “Remember Transgender Individuals This Weekend”!

Remember Transgender Individuals This Weekend

Much can be said about dreams, nightmares, and their meaning...

A Day of Launching Dreams and Nightmares

Donald Trump announced his intention to run for President again in 2024.