Mental Health
Perspectives
Telemedicine in primary care
"Age should not be considered synonymous with inability or unwillingness to use technology," said Dr. Carrie Nieman.
Conference Coverage
PANS may be more prevalent than thought
“If it’s acute onset, you’ve really got to think [PANS], and you should do that workup or refer to someone who does,” said Dr. Kiki D. Chang.
Latest News
‘Staggering’ increase in COVID-linked depression, anxiety
“The problem is bigger than anyone imagined, making it clear how the pandemic is affecting people now,” said Paul Gionfriddo of Mental Health...
Commentary
‘Defending Jacob’ and defending psychiatry
The reasons why family member physicians should never treat family members are abundantly clear in this story, say Dr. Karen B. Rosenbaum and Dr....
Conference Coverage
Stress, COVID-19 contribute to mental health concerns in college students
In a spring survey of students published by Active Minds about COVID-19 and its impact on mental health, 91% of students reported having stress or...
Commentary
Consider adverse childhood experiences during the pandemic
What is the treatment for your patient’s high ACE score?
Conference Coverage
Schools can reopen safely with precautions, experts say
For many children, the benefits of in-person school likely outweigh the risks of SARS-CoV-2 transmission if safety precautions are followed.
From the Journals
Zika virus syndrome may adversely affect children normocephalic at birth
Commentary
Provide support in uncertain times
Listen to children’s or teens’ concerns and share information in developmentally appropriate ways. It is okay to not have all of the answers.
Feature
Good for profits, good for patients: A new form of medical visits
Some doctors who use shared medical appointments discuss how connected they feel with their patients.
Conference Coverage
Family environment important in early psychosis outcomes
“Having family involvement in care is one of the most robust predictors that young people with psychosis will remain engaged in mental health...