Latest articles for Major Depressive Disorder
From the Journals
PTSD prevalent in survivors of severe COVID-19
The results are “in line” with findings reported in other events, such as Hurricane Katrina of 2005, and the 2011 Japan earthquake and tsunami.
Commentary
Heroes: Nurses’ sacrifice in the age of COVID-19
“Imagine spending an entire year laboring through the heavy task of lifting patients to prone them in a position that may save their lives,” said...
Conference Coverage
Inflammatory immune findings likely in acute schizophrenia, MDD, bipolar
“Some of this activation decreases with effective acute treatment of the disorder,” said Dr. Mark Hyman Rapaport.
Conference Coverage
Consider connections between depression, chronic medical comorbidities
“We want to collaborate closely and regularly with other treaters, sharing our notes and diagnostic impressions,” Dr. Jonathan E. Alpert said.
From the Journals
Screening tool may help better predict suicide attempts in adolescents
The CASSY algorithm was used to evaluate 2,845 adolescents enrolled from 13 EDs across the United States.
Commentary
Being in the now
A formal mindfulness meditation practice can decrease anxiety and depression in some clinical populations, said Dr. Dana L. Collins.
Feature
Psychiatrists’ happiness, well-being hit hard by COVID-19
Fifteen percent of psychiatrists who are burned out, depressed, or both have contemplated suicide.
Conference Coverage
Emerging research shows link between suicidality, ‘high-potency’ cannabis products
The number of marijuana dispensaries in Colorado outnumbers Starbucks locations and McDonald’s restaurants in the state, said Dr. Paula D. Riggs...
Conference Coverage
How does an emotionally drained workforce move on post pandemic?
“We have to take care of our patients, our colleagues, and ourselves,” said Dr. Carol A. Bernstein. “It’s a lot.”
From the Journals
Antidepressants may scupper efficacy of MDMA for PTSD
The findings have implications for clinical practice if MDMA-assisted psychotherapy is approved by the FDA, said Dr. Allison Feduccia.