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Study Finds That Long-Acting Schizophrenia Treatment Prolongs Time to Impending Relapse
These results were instrumental in securing the FDA approval of the drug for the treatment of schizophrenia in adults in April 2023.
Look to the Psychiatrists: A Model for Our Troubled Times
Why aren't psychiatrists the answer?
Positive Data for First and Only Treatment Approved for Agitation in Alzheimer Dementia
New positive data for brexpiprazole, the first and only treatment approved to treat agitation associated with dementia due to Alzheimer disease.
Psychiatric Boarding in Emergency Departments
What does it mean to receive crisis care in the typical emergency department? Psychiatrists have a powerful role in reducing boarding.
Positively Haiku: Illustrated Affirmations in 17 Syllables
This book offers positivity via a unique form of poetry.
Meet H. Steven Moffic, MD (He/Him//His)
What are your gender pronouns?
The Week in Review: October 30-November 3
From sleep and neuroendocrine function following TBI to new phase 3 results from a clinical trial evaluating a promising new schizophrenia treatment, here are highlights from the week in Psychiatric Times.
Substance Use Disorders Research Roundup: November 3, 2023
What is new in research on SUDs?
Reflections on Visiting Grandchildren as the War in the Middle East Erupts
Is the world safe for our grandchildren?
In Memoriam: Dr Paykel Sure Paid Off for Me and Psychiatry
Remembering Eugene Paykel, MD…
Recognize and Address the Bidirectional Relationship Between Sleep and Neuroendocrine Function to Improve TBI Outcomes
Sleep and neuroendocrine function are disrupted following TBI.
Head-to-Head Comparison of Vortioxetine Versus Desvenalfaxine in Patients With Depression and Partial Response to SSRIs
Researchers performed a head-to-head trial of vortioxetine versus desvenalfaxine in patients with depression and partial response to SSRIs.
What Scares Mental Health Clinicians?
Happy Halloween! To celebrate, Psychiatric Times® is looking back at our Scariest in Psychiatry series, which highlights clinicians’ most frightening, worrisome, and concerning issues in psychiatry.
Facing Fears: Patients With Past Trauma Can Still Enjoy Halloween
Just because a patient has anxiety or past trauma does not mean they cannot enjoy this spooky holiday…
Why Do There Seem to Be No Joint Pro-Peace Rallies?
We must come together to find peace, says one doctor.
Which Non-Psychiatric Medications Have the Potential to Worsen Symptoms of MDD?
Researchers investigated associations between medications with potential depressive symptom adverse effects and the level of depressive symptoms in a large survey study. Here’s what they found.
Positive Topline Results Reported for Phase 3 Clinical Trial Evaluating Schizophrenia Treatment
The trial’s results showed statistically significant reductions in all major symptom domains and secondary endpoints.
Slash Killers and Their Psychiatric Issues
Are you ready for Halloween? Who is your favorite slash killer of the horror genre and which psychiatric disorder could he meet criteria for?
From the Death of Klinghoffer to The City Without Jews
Whenever the Jewish people are targeted historically, the risk spreads to vulnerable others.
From the Pages of Psychiatric Times: October 2023
The experts weighed in on a wide variety of psychiatric issues for the October 2023 issue of Psychiatric Times.
Lane Closure
A psychiatrist reflects on the latest shootings.
The Week in Review: October 23-27
From deep brain stimulation for treatment-resistant schizophrenia to a look at the potential trajectory of artificial intelligence in psychiatry and medicine, here are highlights from the week in Psychiatric Times.
Feeling Moved
Discover how this thought-provoking novelette by a psychiatrist weaves rich characters, a suspenseful plot, and profound insights, leaving readers pondering the complex questions it raises about God, violence, and human compassion—and feeling moved.
Psychiatry in the News: October 2023
Here are some updates from the world of psychiatry throughout the month of October.
TMS Research Roundup: October 28
What is new in research on TMS?
First-in-Class Norepinephrine, Dopamine, and Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor for ADHD
Positive results were just released from 2 phase 3 clinical trials evaluating centanafadine for the treatment of adolescents and children with ADHD.
Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor and Bleeding Risk, Part 2: Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding, Malignancy, Pregnancy, and Surgical Considerations
In this CME article, review literature on SRI-related bleeding complications in patients with GI bleeding, malignancy, perioperative settings, pregnancy, and hormonal therapy.
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.
Wrestling With Evil in the World, or Is It Something Else?
Psychiatry should increase knowledge of interventions to decrease “evil”…
Ageless Wisdom: Reviving the Respect and Care Deserved by Our Elders
Our older adults deserve respect and proper medical care, just as much as younger patients.