MDMA Papers Retracted; School Bans Black Clothing; TikTok and Disordered Eating News and commentary from the psychiatry world Aug 14, 2024
A Leave of Absence -- From Medicine or the Olympics -- Is Not a Sign of Weakness Taking a step back is sometimes necessary to move forward Aug 12, 2024
FDA Rejects MDMA-Assisted Therapy for PTSD Decision largely expected after agency advisors voted against psychedelic's safety and efficacy Aug 09, 2024
Lawmakers Push for MDMA Approval; Dogs and Depression; Barriers to OUD Prescribing News and commentary from the psychiatry world Aug 07, 2024
The Promise of 'Magic Mushrooms' for Mental Health Is Real But more research and careful regulation is necessary Aug 03, 2024
Alopecia Areata Tied to Higher Risks of Autoimmune and Psychiatric Comorbidities This could exacerbate disease burden and reduce quality of life, researchers say Jul 31, 2024
Celeb Death Suicide Contagion; Mental Illness in 59M U.S. Adults; Help Unaffordable News and commentary from the psychiatry world Jul 31, 2024
As Preteen Suicides Increased, Most Youths Went Undiagnosed for Mental Health Issues Two studies showed significant trends in youth suicide rates Jul 30, 2024
PTSD Ripples Through Communities After Mass Violence One in four residents met presumptive PTSD criteria, surveys showed Jul 26, 2024
Initial ECT Seizure Length Tied to Depression Remission Highest odds of remission were with a minute-long initial seizure Jul 25, 2024
Persistent Anxiety Tied to Future Dementia Both chronic and new-onset anxiety raised dementia risk in older adults Jul 24, 2024
Digital Therapies Compared; Summertime Sadness? Spravato Monotherapy Under Review News and commentary from the psychiatry world Jul 24, 2024
Taylor Swift's Influence; Mental Health Care and Debt; Coping With 'Election-xiety' News and commentary from the psychiatry world Jul 17, 2024
Devaluing Our Residents Is Not Without Consequences Let's take better care of our young medical workforce Jul 15, 2024
Theta-Burst Stim for Bipolar; CBT Holds Up After a Decade; Hormonal IUS Depression News and commentary from the psychiatry world Jul 10, 2024
Psilocybin Top Psychedelic; OUD Meds From PCPs; Trial Shows Promise for Bulimia News and commentary from the psychiatry world Jul 03, 2024
Many Kids Benefit From GLP-1s. What Happens When They Have to Stop Taking Them? Prepare patients early for a time when medication is no longer an option Jul 01, 2024
Aspirin Overuse; Biotypes of Depression and Anxiety Also in TTHealthWatch: medications and the liver, and managing gestational diabetes Jun 30, 2024 podcast
Why Protecting Black Girls on Social Media Should Be a Public Health Priority This population faces unique challenges due to the intersection of racism and sexism Jun 29, 2024
Oral Ketamine for Depression; ADHD Video Game Cleared; Narcolepsy Drug OK'd for Kids News and commentary from the psychiatry world Jun 26, 2024
Prenatal Maternal Distress During Pandemic Tied to Newborn Brain Development Study highlights the importance of assessing stress, mental health of pregnant women Jun 20, 2024
Majority of Bisexual and Transgender People Feel Lonely, Survey Shows These groups report rates almost twice as high as straight and cisgender people Jun 20, 2024
Depression Trial Wins, Losses; Americans' Chronic Insomnia; Kids' Sleep Anxiety News and commentary from the psychiatry world Jun 19, 2024
IG Live June 21: Healing With Pride, Supporting LGBTQ Youth Mental Health Despite higher rates of mental health issues, LGBTQ youth have less access to care Jun 18, 2024
Antidepressant Discontinuation; Gun Suicide Prevention; REM Disorder Breakthrough News and commentary from the psychiatry world Jun 12, 2024
Mental Health Dominates Telehealth; Top Psychiatrist Sued; College PTSD Doubles News and commentary from the psychiatry world Jun 05, 2024
Service Dogs Helped Ease PTSD Symptoms in U.S. Military Veterans "It's the greatest medicine with the least amount of side effects," says one vet Jun 05, 2024
FDA Staff Questions Safety of MDMA Treatment for PTSD Advisory committee will weigh benefits and risks next week May 31, 2024
One in Nine Kids Have ADHD; Placebo Response in Trials; Befriending Former Patients News and commentary from the psychiatry world May 29, 2024
Noise and Air Pollution Linked to Mental Health Conditions in Young People Exposure to common air pollutants during pregnancy was associated with greater odds of depression May 28, 2024
Psychiatry MOC Lawsuit Dismissed; Cannabis vs Alcohol Use; Diagnosing Adult ADHD News and commentary from the psychiatry world May 22, 2024
Reflecting on Two Decades in Medicine: Advice to New Graduates Give yourself permission to explore and excel in various aspects of your life and career May 16, 2024
FDA Panel to Weigh In on MDMA Approval; Parents Lost to Overdose; New APA President News and commentary from the psychiatry world May 15, 2024
APA Roundup: Depression & Loss of Joy; Long-COVID Brain; Mood Disorders & Suicide More research from the American Psychiatric Association annual meeting May 09, 2024
83% of Adults With Generalized Anxiety Disorder Symptoms Are Undiagnosed Researchers urge for better screening and intervention May 08, 2024
Unmasking the 'Lost' Mental Health Generation Many adults have been retrospectively diagnosed with autism, ADHD, and bipolar disorder May 07, 2024
Survey: Virtually All Healthcare Providers Meet Criteria for Nomophobia Researcher recommends physicians take a "digital detox" on days off May 06, 2024
Single Dose of LSD-Containing Drug Improved Anxiety Symptoms The psychedelic was administered without psychotherapy pairing May 06, 2024
Some Patients Suffered Psychiatric Issues After Ozempic Initiation Two case reports detailed suicidal ideation, mania in weeks following semaglutide initiation May 05, 2024
TikTok and the Death of Nex Benedict We should think twice about how mental health discussions are regulated on social media May 03, 2024
