Anxiety Disorders
Conference Coverage
New data back use of medical cannabis for epilepsy, pain, anxiety
Marijuana products linked to improved symptoms on a variety of fronts, research suggests, and adverse effects seem rare.
Commentary
The merger of personal and professional: A psychologist’s experience with the effects of COVID-19
A therapist’s willingness to show that we, too, experience life’s ups and downs strengthens our ability to demonstrate empathy and further promote...
Commentary
George Floyd, race, and psychiatry: How to talk to patients
Dr. Lorenzo Norris and Dr. Brandon Newsome, black psychiatrists from two different generations, discuss their hopes for fighting racism in society...
Commentary
Management of race in psychotherapy and supervision
There is reason to believe that change can occur, say Dr. Constance E. Dunlap, Dr. Ebony Dennis, Dr. Flavia DeSouza, Dr. Jessica Isom, and Dr....
Commentary
‘COVID-sorting’: How we decide whom to get close to and whom to avoid
Patients are making calculations about managing physical distancing using their own internal formulas, said Dr. Jack Drescher.
Latest News
Daily Recap: COVID-19 comorbidity death toll; screen all women for anxiety
Volunteer “street medics” -- nursing students, veterinarians, doctors, trauma surgeons, security guards, ski patrollers, nurses, wilderness EMTs,...
Latest News
Preventive services coalition recommends routine anxiety screening for women
“The problems created by untreated anxiety can impair function in all areas of a woman’s life,” according to researchers.
From the Journals
Cognitive-behavioral therapy a standout for better immune function
"More research needs to be done to determine how the present findings might be translated into treatment options or public policy," said Dr....
Commentary
Addressing suicide prevention among South Asian Americans
There is a need to build capacity in the provision of culturally appropriate mental health services, said Mr. Kaleka.
News from the FDA/CDC
Mental health visits account for 19% of ED costs
Anxiety and fear-related diagnoses are the most costly mental and substance use disorders in emergency departments.
From the Journals
Fracture risk higher for children with anxiety on benzodiazepines
In a rare study of off-label sedative use, children prescribed benzodiazepines for an anxiety disorder saw a higher rate of fractures than did...