SPOTLIGHT -
The New Abolitionists
In this Women’s History Month, let’s remember human trafficking.
Ubuntu and Shalom: An Octogenarian, Psychiatrist Looks Back, and Forward
“…Have We really Changed after Lo, these Many Years?”
Antipsychotic Nonadherence in Schizophrenia
Are you taking your medication? Researchers performed a nationwide register-based study of primary antipsychotic nonadherence in schizophrenia.
The Wounded Healer: A Token of Appreciation
This new book encourages clinicians to take care of themselves.
ADHD—or Something Else?
The importance of understanding diagnosis, assessment, and treatment.
We Have a Need: The Ethical Dilemmas for Ukraine and for Our Patients
We face a major ethical dilemma in how to help Ukraine.
“My Life Today is Wonderful. I Believe that I Am Needed.”
Reflections from the Russo-Ukrainian war and the importance of being needed.
Big Bonus Of Doing Psychotherapy—It Makes You a Better Person
Sometimes what you do for others benefits you, too.
Sunset Reflections
Being grateful and enjoying one's surroundings can go a long way after a long, hard day.
Breaking the Confidence Bias
What is the difference between self-esteem and self-confidence to self-promote—and how does it affect women in clinical practice?
The Strength of Women Patients
For Women’s History Month, one doctor honors women patients who have been brave, strong, and inspirational.
Challenges with mHealth Apps for Depression and Suicide Prevention
Learn what potential challenges come with mHealth apps and how to overcome them to best fit patient needs.
Health and Solitary Confinement: Issues and Impact
How does isolation affect incarcerated individuals—and the broader society?
Chronic Kidney Disease and Lithium—A New Perspective
Disinformation? There are Remedies for That
Efforts are underway to design and advance solutions to disinformation.
The Blueprint: Strategizing and Partnering to End Youth Suicide
The Chief Medical Officer for the AFSP sat down with Psychiatric Times to talk about the new Blueprint for Youth Suicide Prevention.
While Listening to Annie Lamott Give Tim Ferriss Her Advice for Writers
“Step 1: put your butt in a chair for 45 minutes every day and get down a shitty draft.”
Beware: It’s the Ides of March Today!
When you apply politics to everyday life, the harmful physical and psychological effects on our everyday lives become apparent.
Parental Age and Risk of Bipolar Disorder
Researchers performed a systematic review and meta-analysis of paternal and maternal age and risk of bipolar disorder in the offspring.
Premature Mortality in Bipolar Disorder
Researchers performed a systematic review and meta-analysis of life expectancy and years of potential life lost in bipolar disorder.
Treating Depression and Preventing Suicide: The Impact of mHealth Apps
How can these mHealth apps help in the treatment of depression?
Optogenetics and Piercing the Professional Armor
Karl Deisseroth's new book is a compelling, educational experience for readers.
Life Imitates Art and Art Imitates Life in Ukraine
What literature can we use to stay updated on the situation in Ukraine?
Inspirational Woman Personified: My Mommie
Mothers: the first inspiration.
Talking About Psychotherapy: A New Blog
Exploring the importance of the psychotherapeutic relationship.
If Looks Could Kill
How the fetishization of Black bodies and the weaponization of European beauty standards are used against Black women in sport.
Psychiatry for Primary Care: An Update on Substance Use Disorders (Part 4)
The data on substance use disorders are staggering. What can primary care providers do to help?
“There’s No Point”: Alcohol Use Disorder Relapses
Alcohol use disorder: one of the most prevalent mental health disorders worldwide.
Psychiatry for Primary Care: Suicide Risk Assessment and Prevention (Part 3)
In the absence of definitive data, how can primary care providers help prevent suicide and provide compassionate care that promotes quality of life in their patients?
Concerning Content: TikTok’s Effect on Child and Adolescent Mental Health
TikTok has over 1 billion users and dominates youth culture. But is it damaging their mental health?