New schizophrenia drug could treat Alzheimer's disease
A new era in psychiatric medicine is suggested by the approval of innovative drugs, though not all trials yield positive results.
A First Episode of Mental Illness
Understanding the subtle signs of psychiatric illness is essential for early intervention and support.
I Was Sexually Assaulted in a Psych Ward
Many patients feel unprepared for the traumatic experiences during psychiatric care, including feelings of embarrassment and confusion after sedation and restraint.
Repeated Escalations to Mania in Bipolar Illness
Bipolar disorder encompasses mood swings between mania and depression, influenced by family history and probability factors rather than clear causation.
Sir David Goldberg obituary
David Goldberg transformed psychiatric training and consultation, impacting mental health care globally through innovative methods and policies.
I'm An ER Doc. When My Mom Was At Her Sickest, I Was Powerless To Stop What Happened Next.
Mental health disorders significantly contribute to homelessness, affecting families unexpectedly.
New schizophrenia drug could treat Alzheimer's disease
A new era in psychiatric medicine is suggested by the approval of innovative drugs, though not all trials yield positive results.
A First Episode of Mental Illness
Understanding the subtle signs of psychiatric illness is essential for early intervention and support.
I Was Sexually Assaulted in a Psych Ward
Many patients feel unprepared for the traumatic experiences during psychiatric care, including feelings of embarrassment and confusion after sedation and restraint.
Repeated Escalations to Mania in Bipolar Illness
Bipolar disorder encompasses mood swings between mania and depression, influenced by family history and probability factors rather than clear causation.
Sir David Goldberg obituary
David Goldberg transformed psychiatric training and consultation, impacting mental health care globally through innovative methods and policies.
I'm An ER Doc. When My Mom Was At Her Sickest, I Was Powerless To Stop What Happened Next.
Mental health disorders significantly contribute to homelessness, affecting families unexpectedly.
Then vs. Now: Changes in Biomedical Research Over 50 Years
Biomedical research has shifted from academic research to commercial organizations, prioritizing profit over knowledge.
The regulatory and ethical scrutiny in research has significantly increased over the past decades.
Woman suing Conor McGregor was diagnosed with PTSD and 'felt like lump of meat' in aftermath of alleged rape by MMA star
Dr. Ann Leader diagnosed Nikita Hand with PTSD, linking her symptoms to trauma from the alleged rape incident.
The downfall of Marilyn Cote, the fake Mexican psychiatrist who claimed to cure depression in seven days
Marilyn Cote, a fraudulent psychiatrist in Mexico, exemplifies the alarming trend of medical impersonation and the challenges in regulating health professionals.
True Chronicles of the Blida Joinville Psychiatric Hospital in the Last Century, when Dr Frantz Fanon Was Head of the Fifth Ward between 1953 and 1956 review
The film explores Frantz Fanon's radical transformations in psychiatric treatment amidst the backdrop of colonial Algeria's racial tensions.
Charles Bonnet Syndrome
Charles Bonnet syndrome causes visual hallucinations in individuals with sight loss, distinct from hallucinations in psychotic disorders.
Why some people love scary movies
Horror movies can serve as therapeutic tools for some people with anxiety, enabling them to face fears in a safe environment.
The sweeping reorganisation of the brain in pregnancy, and why it matters podcast
Research reveals profound neurological changes during pregnancy that may help understand conditions like pre-eclampsia and postnatal depression.
How I Learned to Understand Truly Terrible People
Narcissism, especially its pervasiveness, can explain the behavior of difficult individuals both in public and private life.
Dark Matter Recap: The Last Eight Hours
In interdimensional situations, honesty and emotional stability are crucial for successful navigation.
Mental Health Awareness Month: How to talk to kids when violent events happen
Talking openly about violence with kids can help them process events and connect emotionally with caregivers.
Why psychiatrists should not be held legally accountable for patients they release | Letter
Parents highlighting mental health service shortcomings after tragedy
Careful consideration needed on making psychiatrists criminally accountable for patient discharges
Dr. John A. Talbott, Champion of Care for the Mentally Ill, Dies at 88
Dr. John A. Talbott, a psychiatrist who championed the care of vulnerable populations of the mentally ill, especially the homeless, died at age 88.
He was an early backer of the deinstitutionalization movement, but became a powerful critic when lack of funding and political will left thousands without proper care.