Depression
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Physical activity eases depressive symptoms in young people
Greater reductions were observed for children older than 13 years and those having a diagnosis of mental illness and/or depression versus other...
Hard Talk
The anecdote as antidote: Psychiatric paradigms in Disney films
Movies, by design, are particularly adept at encapsulating the narrative of someone’s life in a way that psychiatry can learn from.
From the Journals
Vegetarians suffer more depression than meat eaters
The high incidence of depression among vegetarians is not caused by nutrition.
Shrink Rap News
The trauma of sudden death
When we talk about grief and loss, we talk about “getting over it,” or “moving on.” But loss doesn’t work that way.
Conference Coverage
Depression: Think outside of the box for diagnosis, treatment
Patients typically don’t fit into “convenient (DSM-5) buckets.” Consider likely comorbidities, possible bipolar disorder.
Cases That Test Your Skills
Suicidality in an older patient with chronic kidney disease
Mr. J, age 72, has chronic kidney disease and major depressive disorder. He is brought to the ED with suicidal ideation. Is his depression to...
Commentary
Contemporary psychiatry: A SWOT analysis
A look at our medical specialty’s strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats.
From the Editor
From debate to stalemate and hate: An epidemic of intellectual constipation
Groupthink is hazardous, especially when perfused with religious fervor.
Evidence-Based Reviews
Positive psychotherapy: Core principles
FOURTH OF 4 PARTS
Emphasizing capacities and balance can give patients a new perspective on their disorder.
From the Journals
Greater handgrip strength tied to lower risk for depression
Being physically strong may serve as a preventive factor for depression in older adults, but this is limited to specific maximum thresholds.
From the Journals
Behavioral treatment tied to lower medical, pharmacy costs
Diagnosis of a behavioral health condition is often delayed, and most affected individuals receive little to no treatment.