PTSD
Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) arises after experiencing traumatic events, leading to distressing symptoms like flashbacks and avoidance. The Journal of Clinical Psychiatry delves into PTSD's complexities, offering insights into its diagnosis, management, and underlying mechanisms. Our expert editors ensure content is both clinically relevant and actionable, aiding psychiatrists in offering compassionate and effective care to those grappling with PTSD.
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Psilocybin disrupts brain networks related to reflective thinking, offering potential therapeutic benefits for mental health issues.
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Despite potential cost-sharing challenges, telehealth utilization, especially for mental health services, continues to grow nationally.
CASE REPORT
This report discusses utilization of a 3-times-daily prazosin dosing scheme during a hospital admission for a patient experiencing severe nightmares and daytime flashbacks associated with PTSD.
Prim Care Companion CNS Disord 2024;26(3):23cr03696
Kendall J. Tucker and others
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In this edition of the Weekly Mind Reader, we share commentary that digs into a bevy of studies that link sleep disorders and suicide.
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An FDA advisory panel voted against the use of MDMA – or ecstasy – to treat post-traumatic stress disorder.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH
Women Veterans with PTSD were 67% more likely to initiate a guideline discordant medication. More than half of this effect was explained by bipolar disorder, age, and prior psychiatric medication.
J Clin Psychiatry. 2024;85(2):23m15174
Kenda R. Stewart Steffensmeier and others
COMMENTARY
Kozak and Aaronson discuss challenges in implementation of MDMA-assisted therapy, including insurance and Medicare coverage as well as cultural barriers.
J Clin Psychiatry 2024;85(2):23com15224
Zofia Kozak and others
REVIEW ARTICLE
This critical review will give clinicians confidence in considering IPT as an alternative to exposure treatments for posttraumatic stress disorder.
J Clin Psychiatry. 2024;85(2):23nr15172
John C. Markowitz
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While MDMA has shown promise as a PTSD treatment, a new report highlights concerns about trial design, potential biases, and safety risks.
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Mother’s Day offers a chance to explore the mental health challenges moms face, such as hormonal shifts, role changes, and social stressors.