Department of Psychiatry News

JUNE 24, 2025

Professor Cathy Creswell , from Oxford’s Department of Experimental Psychology and lead for the NIHR ARC OxTV’s mental health across the life course theme, recently visited Chile to establish the project. In February 2023, it was recommended for use in the NHS by the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE).

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Department of Psychiatry News

JUNE 19, 2025

I was tremendously excited at the launch to see the latest data in patients with Parkinson’s disease and in children.’ Search NIHR OXFORD HEALTH BIOMEDICAL RESEARCH CENTRE NEWS Please follow the link below to read the news on the NIHR BRC website.

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Mad in America

MAY 10, 2025

I got insomnia and could barely sleep. After a decade of failed treatments and declining health, trying desperately to keep pushing forwards with studies and work, I just couldnt do it anymore, and was forced to go on disability. Everything felt the same. My body felt weak, like I had lost muscle strength. This sounds like depression.

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Psychiatric Times

JUNE 24, 2025

For example, if the patient is in the midst of a health emergency or lacks capacity or the ability to engage in a calm discussion, care of the patient should be the priority. 5 Additional Models While ERASE is a valuable framework, other strategies can also help health care professionals respond to microaggressions. This Is Not Me!”:

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Dr. Deb

JANUARY 24, 2024

View my complete profile Mental Health Links A Healthy Place American Psychological Association BringChange2Mind Child Mind Institute Depression Bipolar Support Alliance Depression Health Network Everyday Health Healthline International Bipolar Foundation International Psychoanalysis Modern Psychoanalysis N.A.M.I

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Psychiatric Times

JULY 7, 2025

McIntyre, MD, FRCPC Key Takeaways Incretin-based treatments, especially GLP-1 RAs, may address comorbidities in mental disorders and have direct CNS effects, potentially modifying disease progression. Although the 1950s were transformative, the treatment, and prevention, of mental disorders are long overdue for Transformation 2.0.

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Mad in America

MARCH 5, 2025

I hope that by telling it, I can help others find a better way to manage their own healthcare, diagnoses, and whatever medications they may or may not choose to take. His irregular sleep patterns, staying up all nightit all started coming into focus. No lettersbefore or after my name. Siem: Why dont you introduce us to your son?

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Department of Psychiatry News

JUNE 12, 2025

Shutterstock Generously contributed by Daria and Dmitri Bukhman of Bukhman Philanthropies, the gift will bolster Oxford’s pioneering research and help expand mindfulness-based cognitive therapy – an evidence-based approach that helps people recover from depression, enjoy mental health and flourish.

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Dr. Deb

MAY 15, 2025

View my complete profile Mental Health Links A Healthy Place American Psychological Association BringChange2Mind Child Mind Institute Depression Bipolar Support Alliance Depression Health Network Everyday Health Healthline International Bipolar Foundation International Psychoanalysis Modern Psychoanalysis N.A.M.I

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Psychiatric Times

JUNE 19, 2025

Steven Moffic, MD Series | Psychiatric Views on the Daily News Key Takeaways Juneteenth marks the delayed emancipation of slaves in Texas, reflecting historical racial mistrust, notably in healthcare contexts like the Tuskegee study. The wrong conclusion is likely to be devastating to the general health and mental health of all affected.

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Mad in America

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Healthcare is Broken: How to Fix It. In this blog, he addresses healthcare’s focus on back end treatment rather than front end treatment: treating the symptoms rather than the causes of the health condition. Each Monday, a new section of the book is published, and all chapters are archived here.

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Mad in America

MAY 9, 2024

The topic of mental health is on the public’s mind, whether it’s the popularizing of therapy speak, the increased attention paid to severe mental illness and homelessness, or pop psychology advice on TikTok. This scenario in public psychiatry settings is, unfortunately, a familiar one.

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Mad in America

JANUARY 25, 2025

R esearch has found South Africa consistently ranks in the bottom three performing countries in terms of global mental health. Photo by tuxone The Mental State of the World Report measures the mental health of internet users only, making it limited in the South African context where close to one-third of the population isnt online.

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Mad in America

MAY 30, 2024

The author, Erik Rudi, voluntarily relinquishes the authority of being a “psychologist” and “healthcare professional.” I just think that it is your expression of a misunderstood, imprecise and outdated definition of what mental health work entails. The author, Erik Rudi. Psychologists cure nothing.

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Mad in America

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

F ollowing my recent experience of antidepressant withdrawal and having worked in psychiatry for nearly 20 years as a registered mental health nurse, I now have a very critical view on what good mental health treatment and recovery should look like.

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Lightwork

JANUARY 16, 2025

Are you lying awake at night, your mind racing with thoughts while sleep feels impossibly out of reach? Many women face the challenging combination of insomnia and anxiety, creating a frustrating cycle that affects daily life and mental well-being. Anxiety can have a significant impact on your sleep patterns.

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Lightwork

APRIL 17, 2025

Navigating medication safety during pregnancy can feel overwhelming, especially for women managing mental health conditions. While it’s FDA-approved for treating nausea related to chemotherapy and surgery, many healthcare providers prescribe it “off-label” for pregnancy-related morning sickness.

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Lightwork

MARCH 19, 2025

Your skin health and mental well-being are closely connected. At LightWork Therapy and Recovery , we understand the complex connection between physical treatments and emotional health. In this article, we will delve into the intricate link between Accutane and mental health.

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Dr. Sagnik Mukherjee Blog

JANUARY 29, 2025

Understanding How Expert Psychiatric Care Supports Mental Health Recovery Mental health recovery is a deeply personal journey, often requiring professional guidance to navigate its complexities. They consider factors like diet, exercise, sleep, stress levels, and family relationships when designing treatment plans.

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Center for Integrative Psychiatry

JUNE 2, 2025

Mental health is more than just brain chemistry, its deeply intertwined with your biology, lifestyle, and environment. Unlike conventional models that often focus on symptom management, functional psychiatry aims to uncover and address the root causes of mental health challenges.

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Lightwork

MAY 8, 2025

Women face distinct mental health challenges tied to biological, social, and cultural factors. In this article, we’ll explore how effective CBT is in treating various women’s mental health conditions, supported by research and clinical experience.

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Lightwork

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Introduction LightWork Therapy and Recovery, a leading mental health treatment center in Massachusetts, is at the forefront of providing support for women through specialized mental health treatment. These multifaceted challenges can greatly affect mental well-being, making specialized support for women crucial.

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Credible Mind

JANUARY 29, 2025

Rethink Mental Health Intermountain Health and CredibleMind Offer Mental Health Resources and Tools Customized mental wellbeing platform to be integrated and offered community wide to boost health equity, promote early intervention, and streamline care access SAUSALITO, Calif.

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Center for Integrative Psychiatry

MAY 17, 2025

Others arent sure if it even counts as a mental illness. The truth is, PTSD can affect anyone who has gone through something deeply distressing, and yes, it is classified as a mental health disorder. PTSD Classification: Where It Fits in Mental Health So, is post traumatic stress disorder a mental illness?

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Mad in America

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Advocates push for “housing first” as a solution for the homeless to solve their problems, which allows unconditional housing as a right regardless of mental health or addiction status. Providing long-term shelter without strings attached does not pay dividends to Governor Newsom’s healthcare industry donors.

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Center for Integrative Psychiatry

MAY 22, 2025

In a world where mental health care is evolving rapidly, integrative psychiatry has emerged as a thoughtful and comprehensive approach that looks beyond symptoms and medications. The Role of Nutrition and Gut Health Nutrition plays a powerful role in mental health. Lets break it down.

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Center for Integrative Psychiatry

MARCH 30, 2025

However, when stress becomes chronic, it can take a serious toll on our mental and physical well-being. For Stress Awareness Month 2025, the focus is on Kindness for Mental Wellness, because small acts of kindness, whether toward ourselves or others, can go a long way in reducing stress and fostering emotional well-being.

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Center for Integrative Psychiatry

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Integrating these care strategies into your daily routine can enhance your physical and mental well-being , allowing you to lead a balanced and fulfilling life. Prioritize Nutrition Your diet plays a significant role in your overall health. Journal Your Thoughts: Writing down your feelings can provide clarity and reduce mental clutter.

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Lightwork

APRIL 24, 2025

Today’s mental health landscape offers diverse options for those seeking relief from depression: Psychotherapy – Individual or group counseling sessions, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) , which has proven effective for many. Consult healthcare providers before starting any new treatment.

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Lightwork

MAY 29, 2025

Understanding these unique challenges is crucial for healthcare providers, families, and women themselves to ensure proper identification and treatment of ADHD symptoms. For those seeking assistance in navigating these challenges or looking for more information about ADHD, reaching out to professionals can be beneficial.

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Lightwork

DECEMBER 26, 2024

This stark difference isn’t just a statistical anomalyit reflects complex biological, social, and cultural factors that shape women’s mental health experiences. Biological Factors Contributing to Anxiety in Women Women’s bodies go through complex hormonal cycles that have a significant impact on their mental health.

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Mad in America

APRIL 6, 2024

Paradoxical’, because in contrast with healthcare outcomes generally being better in ‘developed’ (high income) countries, outcomes for those who had suffered psychosis were apparently better in the ‘developing’, lower and middle income countries. Dopamine is generally acknowledged to play a role in motivation and ‘reward related behaviour’.

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Center for Integrative Psychiatry

APRIL 3, 2025

More individuals are exploring holistic healing for PTSD, incorporating natural remedies, alternative therapies, and lifestyle changes to promote emotional and mental well-being. Movement-Based Therapies for PTSD Recovery Exercise and body-focused practices release stored trauma and promote overall mental well-being.

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Lightwork

JANUARY 9, 2025

Introduction Anxiety is a common mental health condition that affects millions of people worldwide. Potential for Drug Interactions: Xanax can interact with other medications you’re taking, potentially leading to serious health complications. Aim for 7-9 hours of quality sleep each night. Avoid self-medicating.

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Psychiatric Times

JUNE 23, 2025

Role of Pediatricians in Diagnosing ADHD Pediatricians serve as frontline healthcare providers for ADHD diagnosis and treatment, positioned at the initial point of contact alongside schools where children first present with concerning symptoms.

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Lightwork

JUNE 5, 2025

Understanding High-Functioning Anxiety in Women High-functioning anxiety presents a unique paradox in women’s mental health. Recognizing these symptoms early allows you to take proactive steps toward managing your mental health.

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Lightwork

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

A mental health provider will help determine the most effective treatment combination based on your specific symptoms, lifestyle, and seasonal pattern. Coping Strategies for Women with SAD Living with Seasonal Affective Disorder requires a multi-faceted approach to managing symptoms and maintaining mental well-being.

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