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“Doctors are great at hiding their addictions, especially from themselves... However, there are signs that something is wrong—be it addiction, depression, psychosis, or some other problem.”

"We began solving chronic and complex clinical challenges in our system, such as aggression toward others, unnecessary antipsychotics in patients with dementia, and transitions of care for patients with severe cooccurring disorders."

How can we combat compassion fatigue by practicing what we preach?

Psychiatrists are physicians first. This case demonstrates why that’s important.

The experts weighed in on a wide variety of psychiatric issues for the July 2022 issue of Psychiatric Times.

Discussion topics will include the thermoregulatory system and how clinicians can help patients protect themselves from extreme heat effects.

Considering the many repercussions of overturning Roe v Wade—and the psychiatric implications for our patients.

The climate crisis is increasingly challenging human well-being. What can the psychiatric field do to help?

A psychiatrist shares his reflections on inclusivity... and making room for all.

What happens when a clinician is faced with addiction in their own family?

How can we bridge the gap between job-seekers in this community and inclusion-minded organizations?

Exploring the assessment of psychopathy and how a better understanding of these individuals may help us prevent future school shootings.

Laughter may be one of the best medicines in psychiatry and in leadership—if used correctly.

A psychiatrist reflects on the past, present, and future for BIPOC MDs and DOs.

Exploring leadership styles... and pondering which is needed most in psychiatry.

"The fact is that these patients have a huge capacity to improve their lives, far more than the average person. The work done with them in a clinical setting echoes throughout their families and communities and can be some of the most rewarding work for clinicians."

What is the clinician’s role in reversing stigma for better outcomes?

What makes a great (or not-so-great) leader? These psychological theories of leadership provide insight.

Can religion provide boundaries that extend beyond those of clinical psychiatry?

In this time of leadership crisis, what can we learn from differently from great male and female leaders?

The world’s leaders are in crisis. What can we do?

A physician assistant writes a poem inspired by the recent mass shooting in Uvalde.

How can we best prepare the health workforce to “spot and repair” wasteful processes, to think and act as problem-solvers, and to design better systems?

On this Independence Day, a psychiatrist shares his thoughts on the promise of freedom, independence, and humanity.

How can offering hope for chronic illness make healing possible for us all?

Use these strategies to facilitate beneficial outcomes for patients, improve relationships with colleagues, and enhance workplace satisfaction.

Poetic reflections on today's news...

How can theater arts help?

If it does not count, it is not counted.

Over the past 6 months, Psychiatric Times has featured expert opinions on important psychiatric issues from psychosis to psychedelics.