Ethics

"Research clearly demonstrates that although abortion is more likely in highly stressful life situations—which may include mental illness—abortion itself does not cause psychiatric illness; the most common response is relief."

Here’s why the slippery slope argument for MAID might not be applicable, according to one doctor.

One doctor refutes opposition to MAID.

A supporter of medical aid in dying refutes the basis for opposition.

Considering the many repercussions of overturning Roe v Wade—and the psychiatric implications for our patients.

Leaders codes of ethics: how are they similar and different?

Can religion provide boundaries that extend beyond those of clinical psychiatry?

The experts weighed in on a wide variety of psychiatric issues for the June 2022 issue of Psychiatric Times.

“Changing the status quo requires all of us to take an active stand.”

We must educate and provide resources for medical students and institutions.

What is the role of seclusion in creating a culture of care within acute inpatient psychiatric units?

This is a story of medical ethics and choices.

Are psychiatrists are well-positioned to serve as consultants to intergovernmental organizations dedicated to conflict resolution?

Should we be more accepting of mental health professionals offering opinions about political figures based upon vast amounts of data and well-founded, applicable theories of psychopathology?

How can you communicate the diagnosis in a way that relieves suffering and helps patients and their caregivers prepare for the future?

We face a major ethical dilemma in how to help Ukraine.

How does isolation affect incarcerated individuals—and the broader society?

How has isolation been used (and misused) in jails and prisons?

Parenteral ketamine is commonly used to manage agitation that is deemed severe and obstructive to necessary medical evaluation and treatment. But what does this suggest about the relationship between medicine and society?

Psychiatric Times featured a wide variety of psychiatric issues and current events throughout February.

The experts weighed in on a wide variety of psychiatric issues for the Psychiatric Times February 2022 issue.

The conversation on the Goldwater Rule is taking place now. Don't miss out on the latest in the debate.

Compromise on the Goldwater Rule may be the only way forward.

All rules have exceptions… is this true of the Goldwater Rule?

This doctor believes the Goldwater Rule discourages psychiatrists from expressing themselves.

Does anxiety justify an exemption from vaccine mandates among health care workers?

The current restrictions of the Goldwater Rule are there for a reason.

Exploring cognitive biases toward the DSM and their avoidable effects on treatment decisions.

“A physician shall recognize a reasonability to participate in activities contributing to the improvement of the community and the betterment of public health.”

Public advocacy represents one mode of imparting psychiatric knowledge.