Mental Health
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Schools can reopen safely with precautions, experts say
For many children, the benefits of in-person school likely outweigh the risks of SARS-CoV-2 transmission if safety precautions are followed.
Commentary
Provide support in uncertain times
Listen to children’s or teens’ concerns and share information in developmentally appropriate ways. It is okay to not have all of the answers.
News
Good for profits, good for patients: A new form of medical visits
Some doctors who use shared medical appointments discuss how connected they feel with their patients.
Conference Coverage
Caution urged for antidepressant use in bipolar depression
Isabella Pacchiarotti, MD, PhD, argued against the use of antidepressants in treating bipolar; Guy Goodwin, PhD, took the ‘pro’ stance.
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Family environment important in early psychosis outcomes
“Having family involvement in care is one of the most robust predictors that young people with psychosis will remain engaged in mental health...
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Lawmakers question mental health disclosure rules
The AMA, AAFP, and others have signed a statement encouraging organizations not to inquire about clinicians and health care staff’s previous...
Conference Coverage
Community programs improve psychosis outcomes
In one study, the team was able to nearly halve the time from diagnosis to initiation of antipsychotic treatment.
Conference Coverage
Report describes intoxication with new psychoactive substance
A case report is the first to detail clinical toxicity from flualprazolam, a designer benzodiazepine, and it probably isn’t the last time.
News
Do SSRIs raise the risk of violent crime?
"Our findings should not be used as grounds for individuals to go off their [SSRI] medication," said lead author Tyra Lagerberg, MSc.
Commentary
Preventing arrhythmias and QTc prolongation in COVID-19 patients on psychotropics
Psychotropics associated with QTc interval prolongation should be discontinued (or substituted with a low-risk agent) if a patient presents with...