Sex and Gender Have Differential Impacts on Brain Networks in Children
A deeper understanding of how sex and gender are variably expressed in the brain may someday lead to more tailored diagnosis and care of psychiatric disorders.
Is QT the Best Metric for Detecting Cardiac Risk in Patients Taking Antipsychotics?
Researchers found that a new echocardiogram calculation allows for earlier detection of cardiac risk. Experts are encouraged—but think further study is needed.
New APA CEO Emphasizes Move Toward More Strategic, Long-Term Outlook
Marketa Wills, M.D., M.B.A., told the Board of Trustees: ‘If we are not getting a full strategic picture, we end up being focused on the day-to-day rather than being future focused.’
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- Clinical & Research
Special Report: The Art of Treating Complex Substance Use Disorders
Managing patients with polysubstance use requires understanding the complex biological interactions between different substances as well as the social dynamics behind why individuals are being exposed to their specific substance combination.
- Government & Legal
Incarcerated Individuals With Mental Illness Need More of Psychiatry’s Attention
An Annual Meeting educational tour of Rikers Island provided a reminder of the great need for psychiatrists to work in correctional institutions and advocate for more services. This article is part of a series by the Council on Advocacy and Government Relations.
- Professional
Addiction Specialists Alert Psychiatrists to Tianeptine Use, Dependence
Use of tianeptine has grown exponentially in recent years; nine states have banned or restricted its sale.
- Professional
APA’s Women Psychiatrists Caucus Urges Women to Seek Equitable Salaries
Here are tips to help women psychiatrists negotiate the salaries they deserve as part of the caucus’ efforts to provide mentorship and support. This is the second in a series of articles by the caucus.
- Clinical & Research
Daily Cannabis Use Soars, Surpasses Daily Drinking
As modern cannabis products become ever more potent, experts find cause for concern.
- Clinical & Research
Cognitive ‘Subtypes’ in Bipolar Disorder Reveal Treatment Targets for Better Outcomes
A leading researcher discussed her work on new subtypes of bipolar disorder that are based on how an individual’s brain works.