Special Populations

Dealing with diversity double-speak...

Dune makes valiant attempts to portray diversity, but, much like our society, still falls short. What does it say about us?

Can psychiatrists help be the champion for those behind bars?

With the growing elderly population and the prevalence of cognitive impairment, how can we protect older adults from financial scams?

Navigating the supervisor-supervisee relationship is difficult when supervisors are dismissive of racism, especially when the impact of racism cannot be minimized.

How does the experience of racism contribute to suicidal ideation and attempts?

With so many stories of trauma associated with the criminal justice system, it is time to reexamine how this population is treated.

Transgender youth are at increased risk for a number of psychiatric morbidities. Gender identity conversion therapy can make them worse.

Each Native American tribe has a specific history, traditions, customs, and culture, and knowing something of these will help build the physician-patient relationship.

Research on the prevalence of ADHD in Black individuals in the United States highlights the need for future research in this underrepresented group.

What are best practices for difficult conversations about racism? How can psychiatrists help? The authors present 6 ways to advance discussions about racism in psychiatry.