Mental Health
News
Outpatient visits for CNS polypharmacy rising among elderly
Outpatient visits for CNS polypharmacy by adults aged 65 and older more than doubled between 2004 and 2013.
News
E-cigarette ‘dripping’ is up among teens
E-cigarette ‘dripping’ among teens is cause for concern, researchers say.
CE/CME
Bipolar Disorder: Recognizing and Treating in Primary Care
Although accreditation for this CE/CME activity has expired, and the posttest is no longer available, you can still read the full article.
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News
Adolescents’ moderate use of digital technology tied to positive mental well-being
The use of certain kinds of digital technology – in moderation – may benefit rather than hurt adolescents’ mental well-being.
Conference Coverage
Marijuana calms children with autism
Dr. Antonio Y. Hardan says some families and doctors are looking at alternatives such as marijuana to improve upon the usual treatments for...
Article
‘Anxiety sensitivity’ tied to psychodermatologic disorders
A study finds associations between “anxiety sensitivity” and certain dermatologic disorders.
CE/CME
January 2017: Click for Credit
Topics include: Gluten-free diet and celiac disease • Fluoxetine and bone health • Sudden cardiac death and T4 • Morning sickness and pregnancy...
Article
Teens see marijuana as less harmful after legalization
Adolescents’ improved perceptions of marijuana after legalization for recreational use appear to be tied to increased use of the drug, an analysis...
Commentary
Into the Wild: PA Edition
Clinicians travel to the ends of the earth to treat patients—sometimes literally. In this winning entry to our writing contest, an intreptid...
Commentary
Mental Health: A Forgotten Facet of Primary Care
The connection between mind and body is well established, so why are they still being treated as separate entities? Our editorialist proposes new...