Rita Khoury, MD

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An overlooked cause of catatonia

Author:: Rita Khoury, MD

Publish date: December 1, 2022

Ms. L, age 40, develops severe headache, vomiting, altered mental status, and signs of catatonia. Is this a new-onset psychiatric disorder, or is i...

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Sleep disorders in older adults

Author:: Rita Khoury, MD

Publish date: March 1, 2021

Early treatment of these complex disorders can greatly improve patients’ quality of life.

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COVID-19 and the risk of homicide-suicide among older adults

Author:: Rita Khoury, MD

Publish date: February 1, 2021

Identify patients who are at risk, and implement measures to protect them.

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Antipsychotics and seizures: What are the risks?

Author:: Rita Khoury, MD

Publish date: March 1, 2019

Some agents may lower the seizure threshold, but higher-quality evidence is needed.

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Can lifestyle modifications delay or prevent Alzheimer’s disease?

Author:: Rita Khoury, MD

Publish date: January 2, 2019

Evidence suggests combining lifestyle modifications may yield better cognitive outcomes.

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Botulinum toxin: Emerging psychiatric indications

Author:: Rita Khoury, MD

Publish date: December 1, 2018

Botulinum toxin has shown promising antidepressant effects, and might be helpful for several other indications.