Many physicians dread phone calls and technical assistance from OCR investigators. But when it comes to the release of information, rigorous compliance is critical.
Preliminary studies suggest that adjuvant treatment with a statin may be beneficial for patients who are also prescribed psychotropic drugs for depression and schizophrenia.
What is the psychiatric impact of the current war in Gaza?
Violence against women and resulting traumatic brain injuries increased during the COVID-19 pandemic.
An added component of cancer treatment is discovering what is most meaningful in the patient’s life and using that to buoy them during difficult moments. That, in a nutshell, is the psychiatrist's role.
Exploring the intersection of psychiatry and work.
A synthetic derivate of the endogenous amino acid L-cysteine and a precursor of glutathion, N-Acetylcysteine shows promise for treating a variety of psychiatric disorders.
We must prioritize youth mental health for a flourishing and resilient American future.
Review the uses and forms of transcranial magnetic stimulation.
Health outcomes are often determined by factors outside of the hospital and clinic. How can psychiatrists address mental health challenges before they become emergencies?
Exploring the intersection of psychiatry and work.
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.
Important next steps studying once-nightly sodium oxybate and other therapies for narcolepsy treatment.
Brain Capital: a fresh approach to technologies and investing.
Improving cognitive function is a primary goal of brain injury rehabilitation and is made possible through the process of neuroplasticity.
The International Project Team Lead for the lemborexant clinical development program shares insights from their presentations at the Virtual SLEEP 2020 Meeting.
In this CME article, review literature on SRI-related bleeding complications in patients with GI bleeding, malignancy, perioperative settings, pregnancy, and hormonal therapy.
Is it ethical to discuss unpaid bills with patients?
"Among adults living in the United States, 38% to 40% use complementary and alternative medicine therapies, yet only 42% have told their primary physician that they do so."
In this CME article, examine the etiology of poor medical outcomes in borderline personality disorder and learn more about the assessment and management of patients with reported borderline personality disorder who have been admitted medically.
COVID-19 vaccination efforts are making a big difference, with thousands of lives saved.
The cultural gap between clinicians and students from mainland China is a barrier inhibiting productive sessions.
"Evidence indicates that psychotherapy may yield greater durability of treatment gains than pharmacotherapy."
Some psychiatric medications that can trigger Torsades de Pointes (TdP), a potentially fatal polymorphic ventricular tachycardia that arises during abnormal ventricular repolarization. Are you aware of the risk factors that increase risk of TdP?
Amidst this world of unknowns, the authors share some tips and advice to weather the financial fallout of this storm.
There is a growing effort to standardize the evaluation and management of pediatric SSRDs, which have been reported as the second most common reason for consultation after suicide assessments.