SPOTLIGHT -
Swiftly Resolving the Freudian Conflict: “Make Love, Not War”
Explore the psychological interplay of love and aggression in wartime, as Freud's theories resonate with today's conflicts and relationships.
In Memoriam: Warren Brodey, MD, and Psychiatry as a Many-Splendored Thing
Warren Brody, MD: Ahead of his time? Remembering his life and legacy.
The Week That Was Hurricane Katrina and 20 Years of Ensuing Climate Change
It's been 20 years since Hurricane Katrina. What lessons have we learned and what lessons do we still need?
The Current Legal and Research Status on AI and Psychotherapy
According to a new law, humans are essential for appreciating nonverbal information and exercising ethical priorities.
A Yale Medical School Student Research Project on Therapeutic Communities 55 Years Later
Explore the lasting impact of therapeutic communities on mental health and addiction recovery, highlighting innovative research and community-building strategies.
The Terrible Narcissistic Triad: Addressing Hubris, Humiliation, and Revenge in War and Peace
H. Steven Moffic, MD, examines the psychological dynamics of hubris, humiliation, and revenge in global conflicts.
A (Taylor) Swift Model Tailored for Relationships
Explore the intersection of Taylor Swift's music, relationships, and their impact on mental well-being in today's society.
We Will Survive: The Arts, Psychiatry, and the Kennedy Center
What are the cultural implications of President Trump's Kennedy Center Honors selections?
Save the Children, Physically and Psychologically
Current crises threaten children's health and mental well-being globally, highlighting the urgent need for action and support from psychiatry and society.
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.
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.
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.
Reporting from Canada, #10: Psychiatric Advice from a Train
What are the parallels between train travel and psychiatric care?
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.
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.
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.
Reporting from Canada, #6: As Shakespeare and We Liked It
Explore the parallels between Shakespeare's "As You Like It" and today's societal challenges, highlighting love, resilience, and the role of psychiatry.
Reporting from Canada #5: Gun Violence and Mass Shootings in Canada and the United States
Mass shootings in the US spark debate on mental health and gun laws, contrasting with Canada's approach to violence prevention and gun control.
Reporting from Canada, #4: The Art of Speaking Out
Explore the intersection of music, psychiatry, and social justice through Shostakovich's powerful compositions and their relevance today.
Reporting from Canada, #3: A Holocaust Survivor Story
Holocaust survivor stories reveal ongoing psychiatric impacts, resilience, and the importance of community support in overcoming trauma and grief.
Reporting from Canada, #2: Aid in Dying and Psychosurgery
Explore Canada's evolving psychiatric landscape, including innovative treatments and the ethical debate surrounding aid in dying for mental illness.
Reporting From Canada, #1: Have Americans Turned Into Zombies?
Are Americans acting like zombies? How many of us are walking around in a traumatized daze, needing a creative political response?
Grandparents and Grandchildren: A Psychiatrist and His Granddaughter Share Their Relationship Implications for Mental Health
Explore the profound impact of grandparent-grandchild relationships on well-being, connection, and legacy in this insightful reflection.
Overcoming Disaster Fatigue, Part 2: Some Solutions
Psychiatrists face rising challenges amid social crises, but these can be combatted through emotional awareness, resilience, and hope.
Overcoming Disaster Fatigue, Part 1: The Challenges
Mental health professionals face disaster fatigue amid ongoing crises, struggling with emotional exhaustion and compassion fatigue while seeking effective solutions.
O Superman! Where are You When We Really Need You?
The new movie "Superman: Legacy" addresses modern social challenges and potential mental health themes.
This Decade of Disasters: Necessary Mourning after the Texas Flash Flood
The psychological impact of national tragedies: it's time to recognize the importance of mourning and finding meaning in collective grief.
In Memoriam: Anna Ornstein, MD, and Lessons Learned From Holocaust Survivor Psychiatrists
Anna Ornstein, MD's legacy as a Holocaust survivor and humanitarian psychiatrist inspires reflection on societal issues and the importance of empathy in healing.
The Wonder About Past Lives, Dying, Death, and the Afterlife
Let's look at the intersection of psychiatry and the afterlife, including the beliefs, research, and personal insights on reincarnation and purpose.
The Afterlife and Psychiatry
Explore the intriguing connections between afterlife beliefs, personal experiences, and the psychological impact of grief in this thought-provoking analysis.
