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Introducing the Borderline Personality Disorder Inventory

Psychiatric Times

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Common mental health conditions have worsened despite Improving Access to Psychological Therapies

Critical Psychiatry

Part 1 of the Adult Psychiatric Morbidty Survey (APMS) for 2023/4 has been published (see website ). The last time this survey was sampled was in 2014 (see previous post ). Despite the proportion of 16 to 74 year olds with common mental health condition symptoms reporting receipt of treatment increasing from 24.4% in 2007 to 39.4% in 2014 to 47.7% in 2023/4, the proportion of 16 to 64 year olds identified with a common mental disorder has also increased from 17.6% in 2007 to 18.9% in 2014 to 22.

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Antipsychotics Do Not Provide a Clinically Meaningful Benefit Over the Short-Term: A Review of the Evidence

Mad in America

O n May 7, JAMA Psychiatry published a review of the efficacy of antipsychotics over the short-term, and if the article is carefully parsed, the results reveal that there is no good evidence that antipsychotics provide a clinically meaningful benefit , compared to placebo, over the short-term. This might seem startling to the public and to prescribers, as it is understood to be a given that antipsychotics are effective in curbing acute episodes of psychosis, but in fact it is a finding that can

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Therapy Shorts 9 : Fulfilment in Later Life: Insights From Strength to Strength by Arthur C Brooks

The Online Therapist

Discover "Therapy Shorts," a collection of quick insights and gentle nudges to help you along your healing journey. This week is about Coping with Aging. These posts, published twice per week with a short audio, provide bite-sized wisdom to help you grow and discover yourself. Join me as we investigate the small ways we can bring peace, clarity, and connection into our lives.

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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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Clinical Trials Versus Clinical Treatment – Key Differences

Real Psychiatry

This is always an ongoing source of debate in psychiatry – largely because of the forces that seek to delegitimize the field. This post is not directed at them since they have a long track record of producing the same biased arguments. This is my perspective as a person who has successfully treated people with severe psychiatric problems and been an investigator in clinical trials.

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What counts as psychopathology?

Critical Psychiatry

Sami Timimi in his recent book, Searching for normal , describes how the diagnoses of autism and ADHD have changed over the years. They have gone from uncommon conditions to being widespread. As Sami says:- From rare diagnoses given to kids with significant learning difficulties or active and mischievous boys, autism and ADHD follow an impressive developmental trajectory out of the confines of child guidance clinics and into the belly of mass culture.

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New Zealand Approved Psychedelic Therapy. He’s the Only Doctor Who Can Do It.

The New York Times -- Mental Health

The government has permitted Dr. Cameron Lacey, a psychiatrist, to prescribe psilocybin, a hallucinogenic compound found in “magic mushrooms,” for depression.

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The 2025 Summer Heatwave: Implications for Patients With Psychiatric Disorders

Psychiatric Times

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Centanafadine Study: New ADHD Drug Effective for Adults and Kids

ADDitude

June 24, 2025 Centanafadine — a norepinephrine, dopamine, and serotonin reuptake inhibitor (NDSRI) — is effective at treating ADHD in adults, adolescents, and children, according to Phase 3 trials sponsored by the drug’s manufacturer, Otsuka Pharmaceuticals. The non-stimulant ADHD medication offers the potential benefits of mild side effects and a low abuse potential, and it works by increasing levels of three different neurotransmitters involved in ADHD.

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Conceptual Synaesthesia as Cognitive Literacy    

Mad in America

I can’t listen to audiobooks. Oh, now I wish I could, but I see every word scrolling across my mind like subtitles. If I try to do something else while listening the ticker tape vanishes, and I have to go back and relisten. When certain conversations shift in tone, the ticker tape kicks in again, most likely as a trauma response. I stop hearing the voice and only read the words in my mind, silently and urgently, hoping they’ll clue me in to why my nervous system flagged the change.

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How remote work can exacerbate social anxiety and what to do

Chipur

Remote work remains a popular employment option, post-COVID-19. However, it presents potential problems for those of us with emotional and mental illnesses. One of them is aggravation of social anxiety. “How remote work can exacerbate social anxiety and what to do.” Let’s chat.

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COMP360 Psilocybin for Treatment-Resistant Depression: Positive Phase 3 Efficacy Data

Psychiatric Times

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The common blood test that predicts how fast Alzheimer’s hits

Psychiatry News -- Science Daily

A simple blood test could reveal which early Alzheimer’s patients are most at risk for rapid decline. Researchers found that people with high insulin resistance—measured by the TyG index—were four times more likely to experience faster cognitive deterioration. The study highlights a major opportunity: a common lab value already available in hospitals could help guide personalized treatment strategies.

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Government must lead the way in turning around deteriorating mental health in England, says Centre for Mental Health

Centre for Mental Health

The UK Government must take action to turn around the decline in the nation’s mental health over the last decade, as seen in today’s national adult mental health survey, Centre for Mental Health chief executive Andy Bell said today. Responding to the Adult Psychiatric Morbidity Survey, the best barometer of mental health among adults in England for almost a decade, Andy Bell said: “In the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic, the cost-of-living crisis and the effects of many years of austerity, it’s no

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10 Things You’re Doing That Make Anxiety Worse (Without Realizing It)

The Anxiety Guy

These 10 things you’re doing that make anxiety worse often slip under the radar. But once you bring them into awareness, you’ll see just how much energy they’ve been quietly draining. Let’s dive in. Anxiety is one of the most common mental health challenges of our time, and it’s also one of the most misunderstood. While many people focus on the big triggers or traumatic events that lead to anxiety, what’s often overlooked are the small, everyday things that silently make anxiet

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Impulse Control Disorders, Psychosis, and Cognitive Impairment in Parkinson Disease

Psychiatric Times

In this CME article, learn more about the complexities of neuropsychiatric symptoms in Parkinson disease, including psychosis and cognitive impairment, and effective treatment strategies.

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Autism rates have exploded. Could the definition be partly to blame?

NPR - Mental Health

Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. has spent years spreading doubt about the safety of vaccines and linking them to autism. Dozens of studies have debunked the theory, but it has nevertheless persisted for years. Part of the reason why may be that autism diagnoses have soared over the last few decades. Dr. Allen Frances is psychiatrist who led the task force that created the fourth edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, which expanded the

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Here’s One Simple Step We Can Take to Help One Another

National Council for Mental Wellbeing (NCMW - the

VIP Community Services President and CEO Debbian Fletcher-Blake knew her organization made the right call to offer Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training to her entire staff this year, when she heard that the course helped a human resources employee support a colleague. “The day after the training, the HR employee told us that she received an email from a staff member and she read that request through a completely different lens because she realized this person might be in crisis,” Fletcher-Bla

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Cannabis, psychosis and the structural realities for ethnic minorities

The Mental Elf

KCL MSc student Geetika Sharma reviews a study that looks at the contribution of cannabis use to the increased psychosis risk among minority ethnic groups in Europe. The post Cannabis, psychosis and the structural realities for ethnic minorities appeared first on National Elf Service.

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What Is a Sleep Disorder? A Harmful Dysfunction Analysis

Psychiatric Times

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Postpartum Depression with Comorbid Anxiety: Optimizing Treatment

MGH Center for Women's Mental Health

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“Is Rejection Sensitivity a Trauma Response?”

ADDitude

Many of my clients describe rejection sensitive dysphoria (RSD) — the intense fear and pain associated with rejection and criticism, real or perceived — as overwhelming, confusing, and isolating. I agree with them, as I’ve experienced it myself. The more I’ve reflected, the more I’ve come to understand that RSD — with its all-consuming episodes accompanied by shame and a desire to withdraw or spiral — is about far more than rejection or emotional sensitivity.

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“How do I see a doctor?” Implementing the Refugee Health Screener-13 in Sweden

The Mental Elf

KCL MSc student Rachel Rowan Olive considers the best ways to screen for mental health problems in refugees, exploring a recent Swedish paper evaluating the Refugee Health Screener-13 tool. The post “How do I see a doctor?” Implementing the Refugee Health Screener-13 in Sweden appeared first on National Elf Service.

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NRx Pharmaceuticals Applies for FDA National Priority Voucher for Intravenous Ketamine (NRX-100)

Psychiatric Times

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Bringing Advanced TMS Training Back to Montana: A Step Forward in Life-Changing Mental Health Care

Montana Psychiatry

At Montana Psychiatry, our mission is simple but powerful: to help people feel better and live healthier, more fulfilling lives. That’s why we’re always looking for the best tools and techniques to support our patients. One of the most exciting treatments we offer is Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)—a non-invasive therapy that uses gentle magnetic pulses to stimulate specific areas of the brain.

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Psychiatric Help for Patients in Howrah and Surrounding Areas Near Kolkata

Dr. Sagnik Mukherjee Blog

Psychiatric Help for Patients in Howrah and Surrounding Areas Near Kolkata Mental health concerns are becoming increasingly common, and timely psychiatric support can be life-changing. For patients living in Howrah and nearby areas of Kolkata in West Bengal access to specialized psychiatric help is not just important—it’s essential. Whether you’re dealing with persistent stress, anxiety, low mood, sleep disturbances, or complex psychiatric symptoms, reaching out to a qualified professional

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How do vaccines reduce the risk of dementia?

Department of Psychiatry News

Chemicals (‘adjuvants’) contained in some vaccines may be one reason, according to new study by a team at the Department of Psychiatry, University of Oxford.

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The Loss of a Vital LGBTQ+ Suicide Prevention Resource: In Conversation With AFSP’s Christine Yu Moutier, MD

Psychiatric Times

Christine Yu Moutier, MD, the chief medical officer of the AFSP, speaks about the impact of losing LGBTQ+ tailored crisis support via 988, and strategies to better support vulnerable youth.

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Snapshots from the 2025 APS Annual Convention

Association for Psychological Science (APS)

Below are scenes from the successful 2025 APS Annual Convention in Washington, D.C. We can’t wait to see you for the 2026 APS Annual Convention in Barcelona, Spain, from May 28-30, 2026, at the International Barcelona Convention Center! APS President Randi C. Martin (right) presents the Janet Taylor Spence Award for Transformative Early Career Contributions to Juan Del Toro of University of Minnesota, Twin Cities.

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Why Women Push for Couples Therapy More than Men

The Online Therapist

So why is it that women appear to be the ones often driving couples therapy and are very often left disappointed by their partners’ reluctance? The answer lies in a mix of cultural conditioning, emotional expectations and the different ways men and women are socialized to approach relationships.

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Can PTSD Cause Memory Loss?

Center for Integrative Psychiatry

Experiencing trauma can impact far more than just emotions, it can reshape the way the brain works. For those living with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) , memory loss and cognitive issues are often part of the daily struggle. But how exactly does PTSD affect memory? In this article, we’ll explore how PTSD causes memory loss , the science behind it, and what treatments are available to help improve cognitive functioning in trauma survivors.

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50 Years Later: Advice for New Psychiatrists

Psychiatric Times

July 1 marks 50 years in psychiatry for H. Steven Moffic, MD! In celebration, he shares essential advice for aspiring psychiatrists, emphasizing ethical decision-making, flexibility, and the importance of passion in mental health careers.

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Assessing Nonverbal and Minimally Verbal Children

Child Mind Intitute

When a young child is nonverbal or speaking fewer words than expected according to developmental milestones , parents want to find out why. Will they eventually learn to talk on their own or could they struggle to speak throughout their life? Is this part of the range of typical development or a sign of something serious? Some children might have autism spectrum disorder, intellectual developmental disorder, language disorder, speech-sound disorder, or apraxia of speech — so it’s important to ge

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Tackling social determinants will reduce the global mental health burden: mega-blog of current prevention strategies

The Mental Elf

Xiaolin Guo, a MSc student in Global Mental Health at the University of Glasgow, and Nina Higson-Sweeney summarise a recent narrative review exploring the social determinants of mental health and associated prevention strategies. The post Tackling social determinants will reduce the global mental health burden: mega-blog of current prevention strategies appeared first on National Elf Service.

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What Should You Do After Spravato Treatment? Post-Care, Side Effects & Recovery Tips

Center for Integrative Psychiatry

Spravato® a fast-acting nasal spray approved for treatment-resistant depression , has become a transformative therapy for many patients. But what happens after the treatment session is just as important as the treatment itself. Knowing what to do after Spravato treatment helps ensure safety, optimize benefits, and manage potential side effects effectively.

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AI and Augmented Reality: A Transdiagnostic Tool for Real-World Function

Psychiatric Times

Augmented reality can transform psychiatric treatment, enhancing exposure therapy for trauma and anxiety by simulating real-world environments and interactions.

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