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VIDEO: Extremists typically do not seek help on their own
NEW ORLEANS – Family member involvement or previous diagnoses of depression or obsessive-compulsive disorder is most likely how extremists and conspiracy theorists end up in psychiatric care, Jack S. Rozel, MD, said.
VIDEO: APA committee to update DSM
NEW ORLEANS – The American Psychiatric Association DSM steering committee gathered at the APA annual meeting to review proposed changes to the manual, committee chair Paul S. Appelbaum, MD, said.
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APA kicks off first in-person meeting since 2019
NEW ORLEANS – For the first time in 3 years, the American Psychiatric Association will host its annual meeting in person, May 21 to 25 in New Orleans, with social determinants of mental health as the conference theme.
FDA approves TMS as form of OCD treatment
The FDA has approved Neuronetics’ transcranial magnetic stimulation system, called NeuroStar, as an adjunct treatment for adults with obsessive compulsive disorder.
APA launches digital mental health registry
The American Psychiatric Association on Wednesday announced the launch of PsychPRO 2.0, a mental health registry that offers psychiatrists enhanced options to engage with patients, track outcomes and streamline data for quality reporting.
Multiple barriers exist for youth access to exposure and response prevention therapy
DENVER — Multiple socioeconomic and clinician-based factors prevent access to and utilization of exposure and response prevention therapy for youths, a speaker said at the Anxiety and Depression Association of America annual conference.
Engagement, participation and humor key components for successful ERP therapy
DENVER — Exposure and response therapy improves with increased engagement, participation and humor, according to a panel of experts at the Anxiety and Depression Association of America annual conference.
Engagement key in cognitive behavioral therapy for patients with body dysmorphic disorder
DENVER – Successful cognitive behavioral therapy for body dysmorphic disorder must be mindful of patient engagement and assessment, according to a presentation at the Anxiety and Depression Association of America annual conference.
Postpartum thoughts of infant-related harm, OCD unrelated to risk of maternal aggression
Postpartum unwanted intrusive thoughts based on intentional infant-related harm or obsessive-compulsive disorder were not associated with elevated risk of harm to infants, according to a study published in the Journal of Clinical Psychiatry.
Collaborators to develop ketamine treatments for mental health, chronic pain
Revitalist Lifestyle and Wellness Ltd. has announced a partnership with PharmaTher Holdings Ltd. to develop treatment protocols with ketamine for individuals with mental health disorders and chronic pain.
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