Commentary
Commentary
Evaluate, manage the stress response in susceptible individuals affected by COVID-19
Clinicians should explore the role of steroid therapy as a means of treating mental health patients experiencing stress tied to the pandemic.
Commentary
Can experiencing bigotry and racism lead to PTSD?
People who feel threatened just for who they are might experience PTSD, said Dr. Robert T. London.
Perspectives
Five reasons why medical meetings will never be the same
Families in Psychiatry
Colorism can lead to intrafamily conflict
Dr. Alison M. Heru offers guidance aimed at helping psychiatrists deescalate conflict tied to racism within families.
Opinion
The joys of telemedicine
Maybe it’s time to go back to the office.
Commentary
Adolescent e-cigarette use: A public health crisis
Easy accessibility and extensive marketing for e-cigarettes counteract public education campaigns and policies aimed at decreasing e-cigarette use...
From the Editor
Revamp the MOC
Psychiatrists should be able to focus on treating patients, instead of being burdened by the many time-consuming requirements of the MOC.
Pearls
Off-label prescribing: How to limit your liability
A step-by-step approach for helping to reduce your liability risk in off-label prescribing.
Pearls
Psychiatric emergency? What to consider before prescribing
Questions to help you quickly obtain important clinical information to determine which medication to use.
Commentary
Mitigating psychiatric disorder relapse in pregnancy during pandemic
The most common reasons for consultation on our service continue to be the appropriate, safest use of antidepressants and mood stabilizers during...
Commentary
Why are many of my patients doing better during the pandemic?
Many patients with chronic mental illness might be reaping the rewards of many years of consistent biopsychosocial support, said Dr. Ian R. Tofler...