Depression
From the Journals
Ketamine may be a viable alternative to ECT for severe depression
This was an “extraordinarily important and clinically relevant study, large, well-designed, and well-conducted,” said Dr. Dan Iosifescu.
From the Journals
Peak seasons, times for suicidal thoughts, attempts identified
“Most people incorrectly assume that suicide behaviours peak in winter and are surprised, as I was, when learning about this phenomenon, that...
Conference Coverage
Significant increase in vitamin D deficiency in kids with major depressive disorder
The findings reiterate the importance of screening for vitamin D deficiency in children and adolescents, with or without depression.
Latest News
Serious mental illness not a factor in most mass school shootings
More than three-quarters of all perpetrators of mass murders in academic settings had no recorded history of psychotic symptoms.
Conference Coverage
Harmful emotional hit of antidepressants underappreciated
There is a need to develop valid and reliable measures to assess emotional blunting related to antidepressants, said Dr. Mujeeb U. Shad.
Conference Coverage
The family firearm often used in youth suicide
About 8% of suicide attempts result in death, but when an attempt involves a firearm the percentage jumps astronomically to 90%.
Latest News
U.S. adults report depression at record rates: Survey
The latest study found that depression rates increased the most among women, young adults, Black people, and Hispanic people.
Opinion
Overcoming death anxiety: Understanding our lives and legacies
The modern psychiatrist should not forget fundamental truths of behavior and humanity that were once the staple of psychiatry.
From the Journals
Widespread prescribing of stimulants with other CNS-active meds
CNS-active drug classes included antidepressants, anxiolytics/sedatives/hypnotics, antipsychotics, opioids, anticonvulsants, and other...
Conference Coverage
Long-term impact of childhood trauma explained
Those who experienced childhood trauma also have higher rates of other disorders, including asthma, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease.
From the Journals
ASCO updates treatment guidelines for anxiety and depression
Since the last guidelines were published, screening and assessment for depression and anxiety have improved, and a large new evidence base has...