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My Patient Overdosed and Now I Feel Guilty…
Stimulant-Induced Persistent Psychotic Disorder: New Treatment Potential
Long-acting injectable haloperidol decanoate may work as a treatment for Adderall-induced persistent psychosis.
Time, Ageism, Wisdom, and the Queen
Ageism: alive and well, despite a dearth of leaders who are elderly.
Study Shows Connection Between ADHD Medication and Risk of Suicide Attempt
Risk of suicide attempt is higher among adults, women.
Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to Enhance Well-Being
"Accordingly, I asked Henry what he would be doing differently—or how his life would be different—if he were not depressed, if he stopped worrying, and if he was enjoying retirement."
Serotonin: A Biography
"It would be naïve to believe that targeting a single neurotransmitter, receptor, or circuit in the brain will cure any psychiatric or neurological disorder. However, we would be remiss if we did not try."
An Oath of Lifelong Psychiatric Service
King Charles III took an oath of lifelong service, not unlike that of medicine.
Unity
On this September 11th—and always—we strive for unity...
First Responders and Mental Health: When Heroes Need Rescuing
As Suicide Prevention Month continues, we take a look at the mental health of a group constantly caring for others: first responders.
Contingency Management Is a Powerful Clinical Tool for Treating Substance Use Research Evidence and New Practice Guidelines for Use
Contingency management is an effective behavior change technique commonly used to treat substance use disorders.
9/11/01, Grandparents Day, Queen Elizabeth II, and the Double Rainbow of Conflict Resolution
Positivity and wisdom can come from even the worst of experiences.
Memorials to Mass Shootings: The Highland Park Model
Can an artistic memorial help recovery from gun-violence trauma as a sort of collective art therapy?
Serotonin or Not, Antidepressants Work
The latest claim that antidepressants don't work: refuted.
Mood Shifts Have Opposite Impact on Alcohol Cravings in Men and Women
A new study finds mood shifts and alcohol-related cues affect men and women differently in terms of alcohol cravings.
The Case for Medical Aid in Dying: Part 3
Here’s why the slippery slope argument for MAID might not be applicable, according to one doctor.
From the CDC to a Family: Organizational Culture Change is Hard, But Often Necessary
This major medical organization is making an effort towards changing their culture. Here’s why more of us need to emulate these actions.
Decisions
A psychiatrist reflects on decisions...
A Matter of Life and Death: When Abortion Wars Should Not Be Fought
A psychiatrist reflects on how we can educate patients about avoiding alcohol misuse without getting caught up in polemics on politics.
New Position Statement on Trauma-Responsive Care for Youth
The National Commission on Correctional Health Care has issued a new directive for trauma-responsive care for children and adolescents in correctional facilities.
The Role of Alcohol and Substances in Suicide
Suicide Prevention Week is September 4-10. Are you ready?
What It’s All About: A Year of Psychiatric Views on the Daily News
Celebrating 1 year of Psychiatric Views on the Daily News!
“I Have No One”: Understanding Homelessness and Trauma
More than 80% of homeless individuals report having experienced life-altering trauma at some point in their lives.
The Overdose Epidemic and the “Astounding” Life Expectancy Drop
New data shows a decrease in life expectancy in the United States. Here’s why.
Alligators and Other New Mental Health Care Strategies
These new wave mental health care strategies… would you try them?
From the Pages of Psychiatric Times: August 2022
The experts weighed in on a wide variety of psychiatric issues for the August 2022 issue of Psychiatric Times.
NCCHC National Conference Returns in October
Have you registered for the NCCHC National Conference?
Creating a Culture of Education and Empowerment
How can we support loved ones who are suffering from addiction?
How Do We Grieve?
A resident reflects on the clinician experience of loss and grief, and how these emotions can help decrease the distance between clinicians and patients.
The Case for Medical Aid in Dying: Part 2
One doctor refutes opposition to MAID.
The Word of the Day Is Climate, and the Psychology Is Mental Whiplash
Psychological changes from climate instability can be called weather whiplash.