News
COVID-19: Mental health pros come to the aid of frontline comrades
April 2, 2020
The sessions provided by COVID-19 Therapists are free to health care workers providing front-line care.
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Opinion
Surge in firearm sales tied to COVID-19 fears, uncertainty presents risks
April 2, 2020
Social isolation is difficult for any person and may be even more traumatic for people with underlying vulnerabilities, including mental illness, said Dr. Jack Rozel.
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Opinion
Are psychiatrists more prepared for COVID-19 than we think?
March 31, 2020
Psychiatrists are on the cutting edge of how to address the pandemic of fear and uncertainty gripping individuals and society across the nation, said Dr. Jacqueline Posada.
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Opinion
Psychiatrists deemed ‘essential’ in time of COVID-19
March 25, 2020
The coronavirus pandemic weighs heavily on psychiatric patients with conditions such as anxiety, depression and PTSD. Meanwhile, a national poll released March 25 by the American Psychiatric Association shows that almost half of all Americans are anxious about contracting COVID-19 and ...
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Opinion
Is COVID-19 leading to a mental illness pandemic?
March 25, 2020
Physicians can empower people by helping them to develop skills aimed at focusing on positive aspects of life, said Dr. Robert T. London.
News
New ASAM guideline released amid COVID-19 concerns
March 20, 2020
During the COVID-19 pandemic, “it is especially important” for clinicians to ensure that individuals with OUD continue to receive evidence-based care, said Dr. Paul H. Earley.
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Opinion
COVID-19 guidance for children’s health care providers
March 18, 2020
Accurate information calmly delivered is the antidote to anxiety or panic in a stressful situation.
Opinion
Physicians and health systems can reduce fear around COVID-19
March 18, 2020
“We must look after our patients. But we also have to look after ourselves so that we can look after our patients,” said Dr. Peter M. Yellowlees.
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Opinion
Psychiatric patients and pandemics
March 16, 2020
We have decided to restrict visitors out of the concern that one may infect a ward of patients and staff.
News
Managing children’s fear, anxiety in the age of COVID-19
March 11, 2020
Provide children with honest and accurate information geared to their age and developmental level.
