Authors


John Maher, MD, FRCPC

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Why Stand Firm Against Physician-Assisted Suicide?

A psychiatrist’s duty is to bring meaning, purpose, and hope to patients—not the option of medically assisted suicide.




Christie Aldrich, MD

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Normal Life Stress, They Say…

Recovery from addiction does not protect against normal life events...


Shareh Ghani, MD

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The Latest in Care for Suicidal Teens and Young Adults

Dr Ghani talks on caring for teens and young adults with suicidal ideation, especially in this time of increased stressors.


Elizabeth Clayton

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The Intertwining Effect of Mood Disorders and Infertility

Matters around child-bearing bring up emotions ranging from joy and elation to profound despair, anger, and resentment. Psychiatrists are trained to recognize such issues.


Jena Lee, MD

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A Neuropsychological Exploration of Zoom Fatigue

What is Zoom fatigue and is there a biopsychosocial explanation for this COVID-inspired phenomenon? The answer might surprise—and comfort—you.


Chantel Cohen, LCSW
Chantel Cohen, LCSW

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A Call for Diversity in the Mental Health Field

The mental health workforce remains predominantly White, despite slight progress towards more diversity. Here’s how we can remove barriers for individuals of color who wish to enter the mental health field.


Judith Steininger

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French Scientists and My Grandfather: A Story of Thorazine

An antipsychotic changed the life of not only 1 man, but an entire family.


Poorvanshi Alag, MD

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Psychiatric Leadership in the 21st Century: Navigating Transformative Roles in Global Mental Health

From navigating crises to championing inclusive, patient-centered care, psychiatric leaders are redefining mental health policies, dismantling stigma, and driving transformative change across communities.


Eric Yarbough, MD

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Psychiatrists Call for End to Cruel and Harmful Immigration Policy

The Group for the Advancement of Psychiatry (America’s mental health think tank) calls for an end to the use of Title 42 to expel asylum seekers at the southern border. This policy places LGBTIQ asylum seekers in particular danger.


Aida Mihajlovic, MD

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Telepsychiatry in the Setting of COVID-19 and Beyond

What are the challenges and opportunities for improvement in COVID-19-related mental health care?


Joshua Freedman, MCC

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Emotional Intelligence for Mitigating Burnout and Enhancing Well-Being

A "global human energy crisis" is coming. How can emotional intelligence help us navigate it?


Elspeth Ritchie, MD

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Issues in the Military: A Conversation with Elspeth Ritchie, MD

Learn more about women’s issues, suicide, and PTSD in the military.


Kendra J. Bjoraker, PhD, LP

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Don’t Forget About Fabry Disease

A rare genetic disorder may have unrecognized psychological consequences.


Alena Kuhlemeier, PhD

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Nonabstinent Recovery From Alcohol Use Disorder

"Limiting definitions of recovery to abstinence and the absence of AUD symptoms fail to capture the multidimensional and heterogeneous pathways to recovery that research has shown to exist among both treatment-seeking and population samples."


Anisha Patel-Dunn, DO

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Mental Health Parity is Moving Backward

Here’s how a more holistic view of patient data can help payers and providers coordinate care in a way that prioritizes patient health while managing costs.


Mehrul Hasnain, MD

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Addressing Obesity in Patients Taking Antipsychotics

Antipsychotic-induced weight gain evolves over time, leads to chronic complications, and is very difficult to reverse. Pharmacologic interventions used to tackle weight gain are modestly effective and worth considering in certain cases.


Layla Soliman, MD

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Legal and Ethical Issues in Emergency Psychiatry

Emergency psychiatry navigates complex ethical dilemmas, balancing patient safety, autonomy, and confidentiality in high-stakes situations.


D. P. Devanand, MD

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Vaccines at the Dinner Table

The scientific method has delivered vaccines and other life-saving medicine, but not everybody trusts it.


Paul Zarutskie, MD

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Mind-Body Resilience for Women: A Focus on Depression

Here’s why we should be paying special attention to women's depression treatment.


C.J. Jos, MD

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How I Became a Psychiatrist

How did you get into psychiatry?


Jacob Larkin, MD

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Examining a Case of Acute Late-Pregnancy Psychosis: How Best to Coordinate Care

Peripartum psychosis is considered a psychiatric emergency. Here is how an interdisciplinary team can provide the best care.


Lavonne Fox, PhD, OTR/L

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Psychiatrists on Turtle Island

Ancient creation stories can still tell us something about our world.


Khutaija Noor, MBBS, FCR

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How the Study of Muscarinic Receptors Is Transforming Schizophrenia Treatment

In a survey capturing the lived experiences of individuals with schizophrenia on antipsychotic medications, 27% of participants reported that antipsychotics had done “more harm than good.”


Miranda Hester

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Unintentional Drug Overdose Mortality in Youth

A new study shines light on the issues of drug use and abuse in youth.


Caroline Fenkel, LCSW

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The Gap in the Continuum of Care for Teens and Young Adults

Meet the health group that wants to eliminate ER visits during a crisis.


Leena Nahata, MD

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Fertility Considerations for Transgender and Nonbinary Youth: Opportunities for Psychiatrists

Psychiatrists should discuss fertility with TNB youth during medical and mental health visits—early and often.


Stacy Sorrell, DNP, MSN, PMHCNS-BC, APRN

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Delays in Psychiatric Care: New Hampshire’s Robust Response

New Hampshire’s mental health system faces ongoing challenges with emergency department boarding, legal concerns over due process, and resource shortages, prompting reforms to improve patient care and access.


Gustavo Alva, MD, DFAPA

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Medications for Different Domains of Schizophrenia

Different medications for different domains: new treatments are changing the way schizophrenia is managed.

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