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Cariprazine FDA-Approved as Adjunctive Therapy to Antidepressants
Cariprazine is now FDA-approved as an adjunctive therapy to antidepressants.
Dementia in the News
What's the latest in dementia?
Comfort Over Death: An Argument Against Medical Aid in Dying
There has long been a social, ethical consensus that a physician should intervene not to end a person’s life…
The Psychiatric Best Of: A Fusion Vision of Some Optimism for Climate Change
We have been too slow to address the future risks of climate change.
The Harms of Assisted Death Are Not Just a “Disabled Thing”
“The mere legalization of MAID creates a serious and discriminatory danger…”
Positive Phase III Study Results Reported for Bipolar I Disorder Treatment in Adults
The novel atypical antipsychotic is already FDA-approved for the treatment of schizophrenia in adults.
Exploring the New Era of Hope and Possibilities for Patients With Dementia
"To be sure, we are still in the nascent stages of developing treatments. However, our armamentarium is steadily growing."
The Psychiatric Best Of: In Awe of Awe
Why might awe be so important now?
The Week in Review: December 12-16
From new legislation that would expand the US approach to mental health to drug abuse trends and treatment approaches for 2023, here are highlights from the week in Psychiatric Times.
Share Your 2023 Resolutions
What is your 2023 New Year's Resolution? We want to hear about it!
Psychiatry Comic: Book Signing
This could be a very enlightening chat...
Jew-ish
A fourth-year medical student reflects on the non-traditional traditions that came from growing up in a 2-physician, 2-religion household.
Beyond Counting Sheep: Helping Patients With Insomnia
Many individuals do not get medical support for insomnia. Here's how you can help.
The Psychiatric Best Of: The Pinocchio Lie of the Year
What’s the biggest lie of 2022?
Medical Aid in Dying: Leaving the Choice to the Patient
Is precluding the option of MAID against a competent patient’s wishes an exercise of paternalistic control and decision-making for the patient?
Predicting Daytime Sleepiness & Fatigue Post-Stroke
Cognitive and psychiatric symptoms at 3 months post-stroke might predict daytime sleepiness and fatigue at 12 months.
Eight Best Practices for Medical Malpractice Defense
Experts share their best practices and tips.
Bipartisan Legislation Seeks to Expand US Approach to Mental Health
Legislation includes a CDC community public health approach to build mental wellness and resilience.
Making Sense of The Sixth Sense—So Many Years Later
A psychiatrist looks back at a case with a surprising parallel to the 1999 film.
The Psychiatric Best Of: The Color of the Year for 2023
What color would you use to predict 2023?
Finding Meaning in Suffering: The Value of Helping Patients
This doctor suggests helping patients find value in their lives rather than turning to medical aid in dying.
Psychopharmacology Conference Offers New Research, Prescribing Tips
Check out the best clinical pearls from the 2022 Neuroscience Education Institute (NEI) Congress!
Drug Abuse Trends and Treatment Approaches for 2023
What are the most pertinent drug trends to be aware of in 2023?
Air Pollution Affects Depressive Symptoms in Bipolar Disorder
New research indicates worsened air quality leads to increased depressive symptoms in patients with bipolar disorder.
Minimizing the Risk of Limited Patient Autonomy
Opposing MAID legislation: does it give undue power to the judicial system over patient autonomy?
Use of Antipsychotics: Risks of Tardive Dyskinesia
"This study served as a sobering reminder of the significant frequency of this disfiguring and sometimes disabling adverse effect, which can be irreversible."
A Systematic Review of Clozapine for Catatonia
Clozapine for catatonia? Researchers performed a systematic review of the evidence as a treatment for catatonia.
What’s in Our Names: First, Last, Doctor, or Provider?
What title do you prefer?
MAID and the Disabled
An argument for the right to medical aid in dying.
Holiday Memoir
A psychiatrist shares memories of bonding over dance during the holiday season.