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Are we on the verge of a cocaine epidemic?
Mark Gold, MD, reviews data that suggest the current opioid epidemic may be followed by an epidemic of psychostimulant abuse.
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Lithium-induced bradycardia: A rare but serious adverse effect
This case demonstrates the importance of regular vital sign measurements to be able to detect the incidence of bradycardia, which is a rare but...
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‘Self-anesthetizing’ to cope with grief
Mr. M, age 51, stops eating and develops delusions after his wife dies. He has been using increasing amounts of Cannabis and nitrous oxide...
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The art of psychopharmacology: Avoiding medication changes and slowing down
The patient’s perception of direct beneficial effects from medications is crucial not only for patient-oriented care but also adherence.
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Providing psychotherapy? Keep these principles in mind
When providing psychotherapy for adult patients, consider these basic, but salient points that are often overlooked.
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Use the ABCs when managing problem behaviors in autism
Use these education-based interventions to avoid problem behaviors in children with autism spectrum disorder.
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Employment contracts: What to check before you sign
Your contract is legally binding; therefore, review these clauses before you sign.
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3 Approaches to PMS
Throughout my 40 years in private psychiatric practice, I have found some treatments for premenstrual syndrome that were not mentioned in “...
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What’s causing my older patient’s cognitive decline?
Changes related to aging alone typically don’t interfere with one’s ability to function independently. These tips and tools can help ensure an...
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FDA approves drug to treat rel/ref MCL
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted accelerated approval to the BTK inhibitor acalabrutinib (Calquence, formerly ACP-196). The...