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Matthew Abrams, MD

Latest:

Involuntary Medical Hold: The Next Step in Mental Health Parity?

The current system of extrajudicial medical holds does not protect the rights of those who lack capacity to care for themselves due a medical condition.


Carol Kessler, MD

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Black Rage Matters! A White Community Child Psychiatrist’s Journey in the Era of Black Lives Matter

One doctor shares her experience of treating black patients, and calls on you to help make reparations for the harm psychiatry has caused.


Rachel E. Landrum, MA

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The Online, At-Home Ketamine Experience: A Clinician’s Dilemma

At-home ketamine treatment initiated by an online provider presents many legal, clinical, and ethical challenges...



Roger Maginley, MD

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Next Steps: Solutions and Recommendations For Healing

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.


Onyi Okeke, MD

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Breaking the Silence: Unleashing the Power of Emotions in the Fight Against Anti-Black Racism in Mental Health Services

Here’s why you should attend the Yale Child Study Center Black Youth Mental Health Case Conference.


Heba Mesbah, MD, PhD

Latest:

Agitation Assessment: The Role of Psychiatry in Acute Settings

How can agitation mimic various psychiatric illnesses?


Aliza Vigderman

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Increased Internet Usage and Cyberbullying

What can you do to prevent a child from being cyberbullied? Here are some tips from security expert, Aliza Vigderman at Security.org.



Hussein Hijazi, MD

Latest:

Prodromal Symptoms of Schizophrenia: Understanding and Addressing Challenges

It is critical to recognize the early signs of schizophrenia and provide timely intervention to prevent full-blown psychosis in adolescents.


Darby J.E. Lowe, MSc

Latest:

Dual Diagnosis: Double the Stigma, Double the Trouble

Understanding the additive effects of stigma surrounding dual diagnosis with both substance use disorder and a mental illness.


Shervin Shadianloo, MD

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The Negative Impact of Current Legislation on Gender Diverse Adolescents

Due to discrimination's negative impact, transgender and gender-nonconforming youth are several times more likely than the rate of their cisgender peers to have depression and anxiety.


Sarah Fleming

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Science and Art in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

"The root of the word 'create' or 'creativity' essentially means 'to grow.' That is probably what lies at the heart of what patients really want; they want to grow in terms of their relationships, their abilities, their passions and interests, their health, and in terms of whatever dreams they want to achieve personally in their lives."


Justin Allen, MD

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Clinical Features Associated With Response to Ketamine vs Electroconvulsive Therapy for Treatment-Resistant Depression

Ketamine or ECT? A new study reveals which works best for severe depression—depending on the patient and setting.



Joshua Feder, MD, DFAPA

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Discontinuing Antipsychotics

What is the appropriate duration for antipsychotic use and how can you safely taper or discontinue them?




David Scharff, MD, FABP

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Our Work and What the Award Means to Us: 2021 Sigourney Award Winners

These 2 Sigourney Award Winners share their journey to success.


Abigail Jaeger, MD

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Zuranolone for the Treatment of Adults With Major Depressive Disorder

This randomized, placebo-controlled, phase 3 clinical trial showed that a 14-day treatment course of oral zuranolone 50 mg/day in MDD led to significantly greater improvements in depressive symptoms when compared with placebo.


Daanish Khorasani, MD

Latest:

Why You Should Do a Media Literacy Elective in Psychiatry Residency

Psychiatrists can leverage media to reshape mental health narratives, combat misinformation, and engage with the public, in a way that fosters open conversations and reduces stigma.



Seth Feuerstein, MD, JD

Latest:

The Expanding Role of Digital Therapeutics in Mental Health

What products have broken ground in the digital therapeutics space, and how can they help patients?


Raina Aggarwal, MD

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Issues in Civil Commitment: The Cases of Incarcerated Patients

There are several points along this pathway for a justice involved patient to be intercepted and diverted to mental health treatment.


Adriane Bennett, PhD

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Benzodiazepine Use and the Risk of Dementia

Nearly half of the prescriptions for benzodiazepine among older adults are potentially inappropriate, so how best to do no harm?


Dwight E. Kemp, MD, MS

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Family. Food. Faith.

“We hold on to the promise because it continues to sustain us… and me.”


Tabark Altai, MD

Latest:

The Hidden Suffering of Social Anxiety Disorder

Social anxiety disorder: increased screening and recognition are essential for proper diagnosis, and psychotropic and psychotherapeutic options can be effective.


Paul M. Grant, PhD

Latest:

Recovery-Oriented Cognitive Therapy: Changing Lives With a Whole-Person Approach

Are you ready to understand how recovery-oriented cognitive therapy (CT-R) promotes wellness and empowerment for individuals experiencing serious mental health challenges? Check out this CME article.


Charles Upchurch

Latest:

Physicians and Friends Find Healing and Purpose in The Ride for Mental Health

“The pervasive feeling shared by all is that regardless of your personal journey and experiences with mental health, you are not alone.”


Pallavi Joshi, DO, MA

Latest:

Dementia Prevention: Pipe Dream vs Possibility

Explore effective strategies for dementia risk reduction and understand the importance of early cognitive assessments in aging adults.

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