Joseph F. Goldberg, MD, gives a preview of his upcoming panel presentation at the 2024 ASCP Annual Meeting.
Which treatments have demonstrated strong evidence of effectiveness in the treatment of major depressive disorder?
Is there a biomarker to predict response to treatment for depression? Take the quiz and learn more.
The most challenging aspect of pseudobulbar affect is differentiating it from depression. Episodes of uncontrollable, sudden, and even inappropriate emotions may point to neurologic or psychiatric conditions.
"I walk back to her bedside and take her hand. I kiss her gently, hoping it won’t be the last. 'I’ll be back soon. You know I will always find you,'” writes the author in a personal account of life with her aging mother.
In his latest book, Resilient: How to Grow an Unshakable Core of Calm, Strength, and Happiness, Dr Hanson discusses the scientifically grounded foundation for lasting wellbeing.
An estimated 7.7 million children have at least 1 mental health disorder. How can chatbots help?
Contemporary psychiatric genetics has come a long way. While the strong familial and hereditary basis of psychiatric illness has been known for almost a century, understanding the molecular underpinnings has proven to be the hard part.
Contemporary psychiatric genetics has come a long way. While the strong familial and hereditary basis of psychiatric illness has been known for almost a century, understanding the molecular underpinnings has proven to be the hard part.
Key nutrients are essential to maintaining health. Here's an overview of B12.
This article discusses the peculiarities of emergency psychiatric practice and reviews innovations in models of care delivery designed to overcome the challenges of this subspecialty.
The recent increase in suicides highlights the urgent need for better treatment of severe depression. ECT is an intervention proven to reduce suicidality, yet it is underused because of the associated stigma.
An expert shares highlights from her panel presentation at the 2024 ASCP Annual Meeting.
Trauma may be a hidden variable in the lives of older adults, impacting them in ways they may not recognize or be willing to admit.
Trauma-related psychiatric disorders such as PTSD and grief often go undetected and untreated in older adults. Here's how to help.
ART can be used in conjunction with other trauma-focused therapies. This article discusses the clinical utility of ART, as well as the research behind it.
Given the severe burden, grave suffering, and lack of remission with standard therapeutics in many patients with PTSD, preliminary data on the role of ECT seems promising.
What is a common reason individuals cite for using complementary and integrative health approaches? Take the quiz.
Although efficacious treatments for PTSD have been established, many individuals remain symptomatic after treatment or never seek empirically supported therapies. This is where complementary and alternative medicine comes in.
What is the mindset of “anti-vaxxers,” and how can you connect with them as a clinician?
Two evidence-based psychosocial treatments are available for trauma-based nightmares. The authors provide a case illustration for each method.
The goal of this activity is to understand the relationship between endothelial function and arterial stiffness.
After 9/11, psychiatrists answered the call. Now, we are experiencing a strange time in our country.
Symptoms of alcohol and drug intoxication and withdrawal may resemble symptoms of bipolar disorder, making it difficult to diagnose and treat.
Symptoms of alcohol and drug intoxication and withdrawal may resemble symptoms of bipolar disorder, making it difficult to diagnose and treat.
New research highlights the potential benefits and detriments of treatment strategies for ADHD, including both pharmacological and nonpharmacological options.
This article examines the contributory role of diet on ADHD symptoms, including how the elimination of certain foods and additives, as well as the consumption of other foods or nutrients, may impact symptoms.
Here’s how nutrients can ameliorate psychiatric conditions.
Despite the proven efficacy and safety of medications for ADHD, abuse is a growing concern.
Despite the proven efficacy and safety of medications for ADHD, abuse is a growing concern.