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The largest unmet hurdle in dealing with Parkinson disease is the treatment of depression.
One doctor shares 3 interconnected pieces relating to the 3 Ps: prose, poetry, and prayer.
Over the years, Psychiatric Times’ editor in chief has developed “Miller’s Formula,” his 10-step system to ensure a successful cross-titration for his patients. The strategies are straight-forward and can be used for any drug and in any specialty.
Thanksgiving may be a time of stress, but Dr Moffic finds he has a lot to be thankful for.
Assisting and empowering refugees is important now more than ever.
Joining together to discuss psychosis, 3 British experts discuss various ways to respond to and help people who have experienced both trauma and psychosis.
Depression can cause weight loss or a loss of appetite... or it could cause weight gain and an increased appetite. Here is some need-to-know information on weight control and mood disorders.
What is seasonal affective disorder (SAD), and can it be affecting your patients? Psychiatric Times’ Editor in Chief John J. Miller, MD, explores the history of SAD and how he integrates the use of light boxes for significant improvement in his patients.
What foods can be incorporated into a Thanksgiving meal to improve mood, mindfulness, and well-being?
It may feel hard to find our way during the COVID-19 pandemic. Try and reflect on the direction your life is heading in right now.
A recent drug trial yields encouraging results.
The pandemic's effect on the mental health and addiction communities has been severe. Luckily, there's a temporary solution: telemedicine.
COVID-19 has made treating patients who receive long-acting injectables complicated. The Chief Medical Officer of Houston Behavioral Healthcare Hospital offers suggestions on how best to proceed.
It is now 2 weeks post-election, and it may feel like there is blood in the waters...
ALKS 3831, if approved by the FDA, could be a promising new treatment option for schizophrenia or bipolar I disorder.
A healthy diet can improve mood and effectiveness of antidepressant medications. Here's why your patients should be eating healthier.
It is important to distinguish the holiday/winter blues from seasonal affect disorder. Can you tell the difference?
The patient is watching and learning, even subconsciously, and it is an opportunity to enhance care.
Patients with chronic inflammatory diseases, especially rheumatoid arthritis, are at 800% increased risk for developing Alzheimer disease compared to the general population. A new treatment is in the works to combat this inflammation.
Professional sports have hobbled on during COVID-19. What memories do you have of in-person sporting events?
More than 50% of patients with schizophrenia are estimated to be nonadherent with their antipsychotic medication regimen. What treatment solutions are available?
Survivors of abuse need help now more than ever.
COVID-19 and remote work has redefined the professional experience. How can you reshape your routines around it to achieve a sense of normalcy?
Diversity, bringing all our differences to the table, is important, now more than ever.
According to the National Veteran's Suicide Prevention Annual report of 2019, veterans are 1.5 times more likely to attempt suicide than non-veteran adults. Mental health professionals are uniquely positioned to help advocate for these individuals.
Some words of advice on coronavirus: "God grant me the serenity to accept what I cannot change, the courage to change what I can, and the wisdom to tell the difference between the 2..."
Patients' first reactions to a diagnosis of major depressive disorder can be varied. What can you do to help them cope?
Nobody can deny that 2020 has been a stressful year, and self-care is essential for all. In this Mental Health Minute video, John J. Miller, MD, shares tips for leveraging self-hypnosis and mindfulness as an antidote to the stresses and fight or flight mode of anxiety.
