Mental Health
News
Two emerging drugs exacerbating opioid crisis
On their own, para-fluorofentanyl and metonitazene can kill the user through respiratory depression, said Dr. Jordan Trecki.
Commentary
Case report: Male with acute new-onset suicidal ideation tied to SARS-CoV-2
We believe our case represents a direct neurocognitive/neuropsychiatric insult due to the COVID-19 infection.
From the Journals
Ketamine versus ECT for depression: First head-to-head results
ECT proved more effective than intravenous ketamine in hospitalized patients with severe depression, said Dr. Pouya Movahed Rad.
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Long COVID is real, and many real questions remain
It remains unclear if a hyperinflammatory response is driving persistent post-COVID-19 symptoms.
Commentary
Ways to make sure 2022 doesn’t stink for docs
Engagement models definitely give us excellent starting points to approach engagement from a pre-COVID era.
From the Journals
Dramatic increase in driving high after cannabis legislation
“Our findings suggest more [work] is needed to deter this dangerous behavior in light of legalization,” said Dr. Jeffrey Brubacher.
From the Journals
Mental health problems in kids linked with school closures
A review of data from February to July 2020 showed increased signs of distress, especially depression and anxiety.
Opinion
Surgeon General releases child mental health call to action
While recognizing that technology, smartphones, and social media are here to stay, a number of suggestions were given to parents, media...
Commentary
Treating homeless patients: Book offers key insights
The book serves as a reminder for clinicians treating this population about why they continue to do this work, said Dr. Aislinn Bird.
Feature
Last call? Moderate alcohol’s health benefits look increasingly doubtful
These new findings mean physicians will find themselves imparting a more nuanced message about the health impacts of moderate alcohol consumption...
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Is mindfulness key to helping physicians with mental health?
“When we go into our state of deep rest in the meditation practice, which is two to five times more restful than sleep, it heals those stress...