Mental Health

A new study found that brief mindfulness-based programs can reduce stress and anxiety among US health care professionals.

The CDC reports an alarming level of pandemic-related psychological and behavioral distress including thoughts of suicide across US population segments.

A survey of >15 000 UK respondents found people who have or had COVID-19 are more likely to develop general psychiatric disorders and loneliness.

Ketamine used in patients with treatment-resistant depression operates via serotonin 1B receptors by way of a previously unknown mechanism of action, according to a new study from Sweden.

Over half of US adults who responded to a new survey said COVID-19 has impacted their mental health. To what extent? Find out in our new slideshow.

Almost half of Americans are anxious about contracting COVID-19, suggests a new American Psychiatric Association poll. More results at-a-glance here.

Frontline medical workers dealing with COVID-19 in China have a high risk of developing symptoms of depression, anxiety, insomnia, and distress.

Mental illness affects 1 in 5 US adults every year; some of them are your patients. This brief study of "the numbers" is essential.

Highlights from a recent evidence-based review offer guidance on feasible depression treatments in primary care.

Highlights of an evidence-based review offer practical guidance for effective depression screening and assessment strategies for primary care physicians.

A new study being presented next week at AHA's 2019 Scientific Sessions found a strong link between depression and non-fatal heart disease. 

A new study suggests that deep brain stimulation may be a safe and effective treatment option for patients with treatment-resistant depression. 

Veterans who suffer from mental illness were found to be at an increased risk for major cardiovascular disease outcomes in a new study. 

Find out what you know about a common neuropsychiatric disorder by taking this quick 8-question quiz.

Paradox: a new study finds that despite wide us of antidepressants in the US, many who need treatment do not get it while others are overtreated.

A new study found that commonly prescribed antihypertension drugs affect mood disorders--either positively or negatively.

Do doctors’ politics affect treatment decisions on, for example, drug use, firearms, and sexual behavior? Do yours?

To treat or not to treat? The risks and benefits of perinatal treatment for mental illness should be understood by all primary care clinicians.

Collaborative care operationalizes chronic care model principles to improve access to evidence-based treatments.

Authors of a new study note that a simple self-report question about mental health history in patients with ADR may lead to important intervention.

Results of the MOOD-HF trial join those of 2 others that looked to boost mood and survival in patients with heart disease.

A mobile app that lets patients record feelings and monitors engagement and activity may help assess and treat depression.

Depression requires the same time and attention given to other chronic diseases, but few primary care practices are equipped to deliver.

Depression in COPD patients is one of the most common, yet least recognized comorbidities, with prevalence ranging from 17% to 44%.

She comes to your ED with a wide range of symptoms but results of her physical examination are WNL. Given her presentation, what's in your workup?

Next time you're stumped by a difficult presentation, ask, “Have you recently started any new medications or changed the dose of any of your old medications?”

Clinician mental health advocate Pamela Wible, MD, has drafted The 10 Commandments for Medical Educators. Your comments welcomed.

The body of medical knowledge has been growing since ancient times. Test your knowledge of past developments in the art and science of healing.

Getting caught up in a patient’s bad mood may set up a lose-lose proposition.

Any doc can do it: First, do NOT touch the patient, but DO check all EHR boxes for ROS and PE; also, do be sure to Rx yoga.