ArticleDifficult patient, or something else? A review of personality disordersAuthor:Michael Raddock, MDPublish date: June 22, 2021Winston S* is a 23-year-old man referred by a psychiatrist colleague for primary care. He works delivering papers in the early morning hours and sp...Read More
ArticleAlcohol use disorder: How best to screen and interveneAuthor:Michael Raddock, MDPublish date: January 28, 2019The USPSTF recommends the AUDIT, the AUDIT-C, or the single-question NIAAA screen. The CAGE screening tool has low sensitivity at lower levels of a...Read More
ArticleTargeting depression: Primary care tips and toolsAuthor:Michael Raddock, MDPublish date: April 3, 2017The resources provided here can help you determine if depression is to blame for your patient’s symptoms. A handy antidepressant guide can inform y...Read More
Article7 tools to help patients adopt healthier behaviorsAuthor:Michael Raddock, MDPublish date: February 1, 2015 Here’s how to use the 5 As, the FRAMES protocol, and 5 other techniques to encourage patients to address issues such as diet, exercise, smok...Read More
