Commentary
From the Editor
3 steps to bend the curve of schizophrenia
Schizophrenia is arguably the most serious psychiatric brain syndrome. It disables teens and young adults and robs them of their potential and...
For Residents
Why we should be scrutinizing the rising prevalence of adult ADHD
In patients with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), stimulants reduce impulsivity and improve attention and focus.
Commentary
Murder of physician raises the stress level for all clinicians
Most of us would find it unbearable to live and work under the kind of stress faced by medical professionals today.
Commentary
Comments & Controversies
We reviewed the article by Dr. Torrey on Toxoplasma gondii (T. gondii) and schizophrenia (“Cats, toxoplasmosis, and psychosis...
Opinion
Updates in aspirin use, aducanumab, and CKD diagnostic criteria in geriatric medicine
Internist gives context and background information regarding new Alzheimer’s therapy.
Commentary
Back at the American Psychiatric Association annual meeting again, in person
I went to the APA annual meeting in New Orleans and am so glad I did.
Shrink Rap News
When suffering defies diagnosis
Some people are uncomfortable in ways that our lexicon does not capture, and sometimes medication helps with this discomfort.
Hard Talk
A prescription for de-diagnosing
Similarly to polypharmacy, “polydiagnosing” has negative effects.
Commentary
The mental health of health care professionals takes center stage
If our healers are not healthy, physically and mentally, they will not be able to treat those whom they are dedicated to helping.
Commentary
Neurotransmitter-based diagnosis and treatment: A hypothesis (Part 2)
Recognizing symptoms associated with endorphin and norepinephrine dysfunction.
From the Editor
A PSYCHIATRIC MANIFESTO: Stigma is hate speech and a hate crime
Having witnessed the devastating impact of stigma on patients with mental illness throughout my psychiatric career, I am fed up and disgusted with...