A diverse group of psychiatrists elaborates on the difficult conversation surrounding reparations, and why our society needs to pay attention.
"Well-meaning" behavior by parents or guardians could be contributing to high levels of depression, suicidality, substance use, and other adverse outcomes in their child.
Exploring the intersection of psychiatry and work.
"20% to 30% of patients develop a persistent, hard-to-treat illness."
Psychiatrists should discuss fertility with TNB youth during medical and mental health visits—early and often.
What is the effect of cannabis use on adherence to medications in patients with psychosis?
An expert discusses recent research evaluating a selective M4 positive allosteric modulator for the treatment of schizophrenia.
What are the differences in epidemiological and clinical characteristics of bipolar disorder between the sexes?
When the patient has significant comorbid psychiatric problems, high risk of suicide, and Huntington disease, the role of clinician spills over into patient advocate in a complex medical system.
Mothers with borderline personality disorder often have experienced early-life trauma. How can you help?
A fourth-year medical student reflects on the non-traditional traditions that came from growing up in a 2-physician, 2-religion household.
Beyond the COVID-19-driven shock, we must develop a resilient future in an increasingly uncertain world.
This mindset might be the key to mental health breakthroughs.
What is allowed in terms of professional courtesy for physicians, including waiving fees for financial hardship or providing discounted care for physician colleagues and their families?
How can we help individuals who are under undue influence or authoritative control?
Schizophrenia is one of the most recognized yet least understood chronic brain disorders.
Welcome to the intersection of philosophy, psychology, and psychiatry.
Sam Clark, MD, PhD, the founder and CEO of Terran Biosciences shared all you need to know about the development of their schizophrenia treatment, TerXT.
Climate change is a devastating existential threat that can exaggerate preexisting inequities and health/mental health problems. As mental health professionals committed to understanding deep emotional wounds and addressing complexities of relationships, psychiatrists have the tools to assist in bridging the current gaps.
This moment in history cannot be lost. When you ask us if we are okay, be prepared to hear us say we are not . . . and never have been. Then be prepared to do more.
A psychiatrist shares his experience of how running has been a constant for him throughout life’s changes.
Should clinicians of a certain be assessed to ensure competence, or does that just foster stigma and stereotypes?
How one mother of a child with autism helped countless others better understand the autistic experience.
What does it mean to receive crisis care in the typical emergency department? Psychiatrists have a powerful role in reducing boarding.
“She would never hurt her baby...”
The sexual side effects of psychiatric medications are troubling enough that some patients consider treatment cessation. The authors review 5 strategies for managing sexual dysfunction.
What does existing research say about the connection between substance use disorders and eating disorders?
In overdose, cyproheptadine may cause central nervous system depression and sedation, as well as anticholinergic syndrome.