Slideshows

Studies suggest blueberries may have the power to treat depression...

A quick primer on nomenclature, issues to consider, and switching.

General medical illness can contribute to affective disorders in elderly patients. Treating the medical illness is an integral part in treating depression in these patients.

Research on psychiatrists' attitudes on the potential of cannabis in psychiatry.

Enlightening survey results reveal what psychiatrists think about medical marijuana/cannabis use, how or whether to discuss with their patients, and what biases might get in the way of such conversations.

In approximately half of patients with Huntington disease, symptoms of depression, irritability/aggression, executive dysfunction, psychosis, cognitive decline, and dementia present long before progressive motor symptoms.

While psychotropic medications for schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and other psychiatric disorders can cause weight gain, patients can take small steps to improve their health.

It is important to monitor and alter psychotropic medications and dosages in older patients as needed. This slideshow serves as quick reference on the effects of pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic changes in the elderly.

Getting the dose just right can be tough...

Nightmare disorder can produce emotional manifestations of fear, anger, and sadness. Here are 7 reasons parasomnias can challenge even the most astute diagnostician.

In what 5 ways can anxiety present in bipolar disorder?

Why superheroes would make the best psychiatrists?

Although supported by basic science, it’s still a sea change to think that diet can treat depression. Some research puts that idea to the test.

What black physicians have influenced the mental health field, changing it for good?

These 10 high-yield steps to antiracism in psychiatry support those committed to achieving racial justice and equity both inside and outside of the clinical realm.

A new test screens for bipolar disorder with respectable accuracy

Psychiatric emergencies occur when a patient is a danger to self, to others, or is so psychiatrically impaired the patient cannot meet their own basic needs. How do such emergencies manifest?

What 6 things are important to keep telemedicine practice running smoothly?

Although the clinical symptoms of psychotic disorders are dramatic and are what most clinicians focus on as their treatment targets, impairments in a wide range of cognitive function are observed in these illnesses.

A recent finding that ADHD can begin in adulthood has surprised researchers. Here are reasons why it may be wrong.

The most common emergency presentations to emergency departments are identified.

What are they key differences between ADHD and bipolar disorder? How can they be identified?

Take a look back at the year in covers with Psychiatric Times.

Looking for holiday gifts that encourage mental well being?

What psychiatric and psychological ideas are in your favorite holiday movies?

There are a number of cognitive screening tools designed to help offer timely, quality care for the elderly and those struggling with cognitive loss and dementia.

Let's talk about money...

One medication stood out as the most effective in a meta-analysis of alcohol use disorders with depression, but few patients are taking it.

Although our 2020 Presidential race is apparently over, our climate race has no end in sight. Can this race be like the parable where the turtle caught the hare?

It’s nice to be remembered, especially in the face of a trying year. Check out these editors' picks that won't break the bank.