Psychiatric Views on the Daily News

Experts reflect on health, justice, and personal experiences in today's turbulent landscape.

Let's look at the intersection of history, identity, and mental health through personal reflections and significant events that shape our lives today.

Check out this reflective analysis of a notable graduation speech and its personal implications.

H. Steven Moffic, MD, explores the intersection of humanitarian needs and mental health, advocating for compassion amidst global crises and personal challenges.

Explore the significance of May 5th through historical milestones in mental health, culture, and personal reflections on connection and resilience.

Let's examine the intersection of mental health and psychiatry, highlighting positive milestones and insights for well-being in daily life.

May Day highlights the urgent need to address physician burnout while promoting lifestyle changes for better mental health for everyone.

Captane Thomson, a pioneering psychiatrist, leaves a legacy of innovation in mental health and a life rich in adventure and family.

Prominent psychiatrist Roy Kallivayalil, MD, honors Pope Francis, highlighting his compassion and influence on mental health and social well-being.

Pope Francis' legacy intertwines mental health advocacy with spirituality, promoting compassion and reducing stigma in the Church and beyond.

Exploring the complexities of assisted dying, ethical dilemmas, and the evolving role of physicians in end-of-life decisions.

Happy Earth Day! What terms should we be using to describe our current climate situation? Let’s decide.

The use of arts in psychiatry has been a healing and therapeutic tool of care, though unfortunately decimated over the years by cuts in funding.

At this time of great importance for religion, we see an increase in political anxiety.

The arson attack on Pennsylvania Governor Shapiro might have happened for a number of reasons…

Professionally and personally, what do you think about choosing your own death?

What new possibilities for unification can emerge?

In this time of crisis, it can be easy to feel unmoored. Here are a few celebrations to help keep us grounded.

Here is an updated ethical oath geared for our time.

Are TV shows educating the public about psychiatric medications?

This club offers educational opportunities for all involved.

The Ethics Committee of the American Psychiatric Association has released its 2025 edition of their opinions on the principles of medical ethics. What is our ethical way forward?

This variable use of official and unofficial psychiatric diagnoses for political reasons leaves us with a conundrum…

Here’s how we can best stand up to hatred…

Yesterday marked a somber National Doctors’ Day…

Is the real March madness gambling?

Is psychiatry up to the challenge of protecting social well-being?

Remembering a psychiatrist and an activist…

Residents and early career psychiatrists are concerned about the state of psychiatry.

Can cooperation in space have any implications for better cultural cooperation on earth?