Depression
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Psychedelic therapy and suicide: A myth busted?
Effect sizes for reductions in suicidality were “large” at all acute time points, with standardized mean differences (SMD) ranging from -1.48 to -...
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Ketamine versus ECT for depression: First head-to-head results
ECT proved more effective than intravenous ketamine in hospitalized patients with severe depression, said Dr. Pouya Movahed Rad.
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New AAD guidelines eye comorbidities in adults with atopic dermatitis
The guidelines are the first in a four-part series on AD expected to be published over the next 1-2 years.
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Ketamine an ‘intriguing new therapy’ for alcoholism
“Ketamine may support alcohol abstinence by temporarily alleviating depressive symptoms during the relapse period.”
Commentary
Identifying and preventing IPV: Are clinicians doing enough?
It is incumbent upon clinicians to learn to quickly identify survivors of intimate partner violence.
Commentary
Ways to make sure 2022 doesn’t stink for docs
Engagement models definitely give us excellent starting points to approach engagement from a pre-COVID era.
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Physician burnout, depression compounded by COVID: Survey
“There’s no question that women have reported far more role strain during the pandemic than men.”
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Psychiatry resident’s viral posts reveal his own mental health battle
“Seeking treatment for mental health makes you a better doctor,” said Dr. Jake Goodman.
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Mental health problems in kids linked with school closures
A review of data from February to July 2020 showed increased signs of distress, especially depression and anxiety.
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Antidepressants: Is less more?
“The best way to take people off these drugs is to do so gradually enough that the unpleasant effects are minimized,” said Dr. Mark Horowitz.
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Virtual reality making progress as depression treatment
VRDTx users might watch a character with depression struggling to get out of bed but resolving to get up for at least 10 minutes one day.