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Differentiating pediatric schizotypal disorder from schizophrenia and autism
Schizotypal disorder is a complex condition that is characterized by cognitive-perceptual impairments, oddness, disorganization, and interpersonal...
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How to say ‘no’ to inappropriate patient requests
Although we may want to say “yes” when our patients ask us for certain medications, work excuses, etc, often it is more appropriate to say “no”...
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Closing your practice: What to consider
Closing your practice can be a stressful experience, and it requires careful planning. The process requires numerous steps, such as informing your...
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The skill of administering IM medications: 3 questions to consider
The intramuscular (IM) route is commonly used to administer medication in various clinical settings.
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Intermittent fasting: What to tell patients
Intermittent fasting is the purposeful, restricted intake of food (and sometimes water), usually for health or religious reasons.
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Inpatient violence: Take steps to reduce your risk
Inpatient violence is a significant problem for psychiatric facilities because it can have serious physical and psychological consequences for...
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SCAMP: Assessing body-focused repetitive behaviors
Repetitive behaviors towards the body, such as hair pulling and skin picking, are common. Approximately 5% of the general population may meet...
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Let’s talk about ‘chemsex’: Sexualized drug use among men who have sex with men
Consider the following patients who have presented to our hospital system:
- A 27-year-old gay man is brought to ... ...
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Vaping: Understand the risks
From 2017 to 2018, the 30-day prevalence of “vaping” nicotine rose dramatically among 8th graders, 10th graders, 12th graders, college students,...
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Dealing with a difficult boss: A ‘bossectomy’ is rarely the cure
Ms. D is a 48-year-old administrative assistant and married mother of 2 teenagers with a history of adjustment disorder with mixed anxiety and...
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Intimate partner violence: Assessment in the era of telehealth
Intimate partner violence (IPV) includes “physical violence, sexual violence, stalking, and psychological aggression (including coercive tactics)...