Anxiety Disorders
From the Journals
Emotional support animals help lick symptoms of depression, anxiety in serious mental illness
“There is definitely a place for ESAs, especially with mental health post pandemic,” said Dr. Janet Hoy-Gerlach.
Shrink Rap News
Naomi Osaka withdraws from the French Open: When athletes struggle
Dr. Dinah Miller shares observations about Ms. Osaka’s decision from the Maryland Psychiatric Society’s listserve.
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Psychiatric fallout from long-COVID: How to prepare
All patients recovering from COVID should be screened for anxiety, PTSD, and depression, said Dr. Silvia S. Martins.
Evidence-Based Reviews
How COVID-19 affects peripartum women’s mental health
Addressing the factors that increase risk can help reduce anxiety, depression, and stress.
Conference Coverage
What brought me back from the brink of suicide: A physician’s story
Dr. William Lynes said his “downward spiral into darkness” began with a series of catastrophic medical events starting in 1998.
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APA, AMA, others move to stop insurer from overturning mental health claims ruling
The APA hopes that whatever the court says about United Behavioral Health applies to all insurers that provide employer-sponsored health benefits...
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No-cancel culture: How telehealth is making it easier to keep that therapy session
Some states are making permanent the temporary pandemic rules that allow providers to be reimbursed at the same rates as for in-person visits.
Commentary
How to help vaccinated patients navigate FOGO (fear of going out)
Those with preexisting anxiety disorders may have an even more difficult time resuming routine activities, says Dr. Eva Ritvo.
From the Journals
Young adults with epilepsy face higher mental illness risks
“The high rates of anxiety, depression, and suicidality underscore the need for better integration of mental health provision into epilepsy care...
From the Journals
Psychosis, depression tied to neurodegeneration in Parkinson’s
Lewy body scores were not associated with any neuropsychiatric symptom, the researchers found.
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HHS to inject billions into mental health, substance use disorders
The money will be divided equally between the Community Mental Health Services Block Grant Program and the Substance Abuse Prevention and...