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Lithium and Suicide Prevention: More Thoughts on Recent VA Study
"Despite this new study and the need for further research, the best recommendation at this time regarding lithium in patients with bipolar disorder who are suicidal would be to consider it a worthwhile option."
The Psychological Heroism of the Sandy Hook Families
The jury has awarded almost 1 billion dollars to the Sandy Hook families. What toll did the trial take on their mental health?
ADHD Drugs Negatively Affect Bone Density
Recent research determined the medications modafinil, atomoxetine, and guanfacine negatively impact bones.
Psychiatric Times™ Conference: Clinical Pearls, New Research
Did you miss the 2022 Annual Psychiatric Times™ World CME Conference? We've got you covered.
The Dangers of Excessive Social Media Usage
Social media: every mental health professional’s worst nightmare.
Synchronicity and Psychiatry: An Ode to Joy!
Coincidence or more? You decide.
Exploring Meta-Analyses: An Example
What are the elements of a good meta-analysis?
The Healing Power of Animals
How does a love of animals affect PTSD and other mental health conditions?
How Do You Celebrate the Holidays?
Tell us about your holiday traditions for a chance to be featured in our upcoming Holiday Traditions series.
Understanding the Long-Term Clinical Course of Comorbid SUD and ADHD
Comorbid SUD and ADHD is associated with more severe illness. What do we understand about these comorbid conditions and what do we still need to learn?
New Scholarship Announced for Underrepresented Racial and Ethnic Groups
The American Academy of Psychiatry and the Law scholarship aims to foster a welcoming and supportive environment for forensic psychiatrists of color.
The Most Important Thing You Need to Know About Meta-Analyses
Helping Employers Understand Traumatic Brain Injury: Setting Up for Success
Return to work after traumatic brain injury can be difficult for both employers and employees.
A Self-Disclosure on a Mental Health Riddle: Take and Give More Mental Health!
How can putting the needs of oneself first end up putting the other first?
Expert Sheds Light on Opioid Overdose Crisis in Youth
Opioid use, addiction, and overdose in youth continue to increase. What can be done?
How Do You Nourish Your Mental Health?
In honor of World Mental Health Day, tell us how you maintain your mental health for a chance to be featured in our Wellbeing Checkup video series.
New Poll Data Shows US Adults Believe Suicide Can be Prevented
A new poll sought to understand the public’s beliefs about mental health and suicide prevention. Here are the results.
Turning the Light on Imposter Syndrome
Imposter syndrome can be frightening…
The Impact of Cannabis Use on Medication Adherence: A Particular Focus in Psychosis
What is the effect of cannabis use on adherence to medications in patients with psychosis?
Navigating Rock-and-a-Hard-Place Situations
Challenges drive us to learn, to grow, to do better.
Today is World Mental Health Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Happy World Mental Health Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day!
The Week in Review: October 3-7
From the at-home ketamine experience to the Wit v United Behavioral Health reversal, here are highlights from the week in Psychiatric Times.
Make-A-Wish grants boy's firefighting dreams
Virtually Malpractice
"As clinicians who took an oath to 'do no harm,' we must educate the public about the dangers and non–standard of care of the growing practice of at-home ketamine."
Medication Modification Equivalent for Virtual and In-Person Psychiatric Visits
Mental health leads with 36% of all outpatient visits and 39% of all telehealth services. What effect does this have on psychiatric practice?
Omega-3 Fatty Acids for Depression With Inflammation
“Fishing” for novel approaches to depression: Researchers performed randomized dose-finding trial of omega-3 fatty acids for depression with inflammation.
Today the Nobel Peace Prize has been Awarded and Monday is World Mental Health Day!
According to startling statistics, mental health needs more attention in the United States. How is your mental health today?
The Uphill Path to Mental Health: A Book Review
In this review of Thomas Insel's book, one doctor analyzes the uphill path from mental illness to mental health.
Must the Past Be Prologue?
A review of the Joint US-Canada Report on Substance Use and Harm.
Understanding the Fear of Missing Out
Why is it so hard to keep from comparing our lives to the lives of others?
