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In Brain Chemistry We Trust—The Gospel According to Pharma

Mad in America

I f you have doubts that Americans have lost faith in a Higher Power, take a look at how we worship the biomedical model of depression. The biomedical model is so entrenched in our culture that it has become gospelpreached in doctor’s offices, reinforced by advertising, and accepted as unquestioned truth, even though its been debunked. Depression was sold to us as a simple problem of serotonin insufficiency, a convenient narrative that made drug companies like Eli Lilly, Forest Pharmaceuti

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Permanent Supportive Housing Spotlights Challenges After Homelessness

The New York Times -- Mental Health

A reporter and photographer documented the lives of residents and staff at the Lenniger, a permanent supportive housing complex in New York City.

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Lithium is best at decreasing the risk of depression-related hospitalisation in bipolar disorder, according to new cohort study

The Mental Elf

This Swedish cohort study, blogged by Duncan Swiffen, is yet more evidence for lithium as an excellent treatment for people with bipolar disorder. This time it comes out on top in terms of preventing depression-related hospitalisation. The post Lithium is best at decreasing the risk of depression-related hospitalisation in bipolar disorder, according to new cohort study appeared first on National Elf Service.

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New international guidelines for the treatment of schizophrenia

Department of Psychiatry News

Researchers from all regions of the UN have developed a set of consensus guidelines for the treatment of schizophrenia.

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Bridging Innovation & Patient Care: The Growing Role of AI

Speaker: Simran Kaur, Co-founder & CEO at Tattva.Health

AI is transforming clinical trials—accelerating drug discovery, optimizing patient recruitment, and improving data analysis. But its impact goes far beyond research. As AI-driven innovation reshapes the clinical trial process, it’s also influencing broader healthcare trends, from personalized medicine to patient outcomes. Join this new webinar featuring Simran Kaur for an insightful discussion on what all of this means for the future of healthcare!

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Can Three Be a Crowd? What Experts Say About Trio Friendships

Very Well Mind

This season of the popular MAX series "The White Lotus" features a struggling group of three female friends who beg the question: Can a friendship trio actually work?

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Six Things to Know About Permanent Supportive Housing

The New York Times -- Mental Health

It has become one of the most common approaches to reducing chronic homelessness for Americans with mental illness and addiction.

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Nashville Police Release Details on Covenant School Shooting and Close Case

The New York Times -- Mental Health

A summary of the police investigation, released two years after the attack, found that the shooter had spent years planning the violence and covering up mental health problems.

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The Evermaskers

Association for Psychological Science (APS)

… The truth, or its best approximation, may be, to some extent, irrelevant. How any given person will perceive a threat is a deeply psychological phenomenon, Steven Taylor , a clinical psychologist at the University of British Columbia and the author of The New Psychology of Pandemics , told me, and one that is influenced by values, your past history, your medical history, and your mental-health history.

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Reset the Clock on Schizophrenia: SPG302, A Regenerative Treatment

Psychiatric Times

SPG302, a regenerative treatment for schizophrenia, could reset the clock on the brain.

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‘Modern Love’ Podcast: My Brother Has Schizophrenia. This Is How I Love Him.

The New York Times -- Mental Health

When her little brother Tim begins behaving strangely, doctor-in-training Jamie Shandro calls on her medical school experience and her sisterly love to navigate his frightening diagnosis.

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Psychiatrists as Shakepeare's Fools

Psychiatric Times

How can psychiatry avoid foolishness and be more like Shakespeare's fools?

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BOOK GIVEAWAY - The Ninth Session by Deborah Serani

Dr. Deb

Get a signed autographed copy of my republished award-winning suspense novel, "The Ninth Session." Goodreads Book Giveaway The Ninth Session by Deborah Serani Giveaway ends April 30, 2025. See the giveaway details at Goodreads.

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Psychiatric Times Through the Years: The Last 5 Years in April Covers

Psychiatric Times

Celebrate Psychiatric Times 40th anniversary with a look back at some of our previous covers.

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Corrigendum to “A comprehensive metabolomic and lipidomic study of olanzapine in the treatment of first-episode schizophrenia” [Asian J. Psychiatry, vol. 105 (2025) 104387]

Asian Journal of Psychiatry

Publication date: May 2025 Source: Asian Journal of Psychiatry, Volume 107 Author(s): Si Dai, Yujun Long, Jingmei Xiao, Ying Wang, Xiaoyi Wang, Ping Shao, Manli Huang, Yifeng Xu, Fang Liu, Yanqing Tang, Xijia Xu, Xiaoli Wu, Yingjun Zheng, Jianzhong Mo, Jin Yang, Jing Huang, Renrong Wu

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A Welcome Action: Removal of the REMS Requirement for Clozapine

Psychiatric Times

John Kane, MD, believes the removal of the REMS requirement for clozapine could help improve utilization for this "grossly underutilized" drug.

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A Guide to Opioid Detox

Clear Behavioral Health

Opioid addiction is an epidemic in America. A SAMHSA study found that in 2015, 38% of the adult American population used prescription painkillers, over one-third of the entire US population. Americans consume 80% of the worlds opiate supply. The number of individuals who died from an overdose in the USA in 2021 was a record high of 106,699 [4]. In contrast, there were about 22,900 homicides that year.

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Session 405: Unpacking Intimacy with Dr. Tiff Henry

Therapy for Black Girls

In the wake of the #MeToo movement, it became clear that film and television sets needed stronger regulations around intimate scenes. Since then, intimacy coordinators have been on the rise, ensuring that actors feel safe and respected while bringing vulnerable moments to life on screen. Thanks to their work, we can enjoy our favorite shows and movies without questioning whether boundaries were crossed behind the scenes.

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How to Treat Porn Addiction and Rebuild Your Life with Professional Help

My Psychiatry

Struggling with porn addiction can feel isolating and overwhelming, but youre not alone. Many individuals battle this form of addiction and finding treatment, which can disrupt relationships, lower self-esteem, and affect mental well-being. Often misunderstood or dismissed, porn addiction is a real issue that deserves attention and care. Seeking professional treatment is vital to recovery and regaining control of your life.