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Why regular exercise is the best prescription for lifelong health.
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Why regular exercise is the best prescription for lifelong health
Regular exercise is the most effective, accessible, and proven way to prevent disease, enhance physical and mental well-being, and extend life, far surpassing supplements or medications.
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December 18, 2025 at 12:38 AM
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When the weight won’t budge: the hidden physiology of #grief, #stress, and set point.
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When the weight won’t budge: the hidden physiology of grief, stress, and set point
Chronic stress and grief can biologically alter the body's weight regulation mechanisms, making weight loss difficult despite lifestyle changes, and should be approached with medical understanding and...
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December 18, 2025 at 12:34 AM
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How neuroplasticity offers hope for complex #PTSD.
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How neuroplasticity offers hope for complex PTSD
Neuroplasticity offers hope for people with complex PTSD by demonstrating that the brain can heal and adapt through trauma-informed care, therapeutic interventions, and supportive daily practices.
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December 18, 2025 at 12:32 AM
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The hidden reason your vacations never feel like enough.
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The hidden reason your vacations never feel like enough
The reflection highlights that vacations cannot compensate for an unfulfilling daily life, emphasizing the importance of finding meaning and presence in everyday experiences.
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December 18, 2025 at 12:30 AM
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How truth depends on where you stand and what you see.
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How truth depends on where you stand and what you see
Truth is a multifaceted, context-dependent construct shaped by culture, history, and personal experience, requiring humility and openness to truly understand others’ perspectives.
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December 18, 2025 at 12:27 AM
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Breaking the martyrdom trap in medicine.
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Breaking the martyrdom trap in medicine
Medical burnout is not dedication—it is systemic harm disguised as honor. Ending the martyrdom trap means redefining loyalty to protect doctors and patients.
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December 18, 2025 at 12:24 AM
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Why physicians need a place to fall apart.
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Why physicians need a place to fall apart
Physicians are trained to suppress emotions to function under pressure, but this skill can damage their personal lives, leading to burnout. Therapy can offer a safe space to heal.
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December 18, 2025 at 12:21 AM
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How chronic #stress harms the heart in minority communities.
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How chronic stress harms the heart in minority communities
Prolonged emotional and legal stress among minority men can trigger biological responses that heighten cardiovascular risk, underscoring the need for empathic clinical screening and support.
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December 18, 2025 at 12:20 AM
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Seems to endorse psychotherapy...
A mindset shift for physicians: Retrain your brain to see what’s going well.
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A mindset shift for physicians: Retrain your brain to see what’s going well
Practicing intentional reflection on what goes well each day can help physicians shift from problem-focused thinking to a mindset that supports emotional well-being, creativity, and deeper fulfillment...
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November 18, 2025 at 1:40 AM
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The silent #burnout epidemic among parents and doctors
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The silent burnout epidemic among parents and doctors
Burnout among parents and physicians stems from overwhelming societal pressures, and the solution lies in fostering human connection to restore balance, health, and emotional well-being.
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November 18, 2025 at 1:37 AM
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The heart was fine—but something deeper was wrong
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The heart was fine—but something deeper was wrong
A young doctor reflects on how emotional pain and human connection can be overlooked in medicine, even when test results appear normal.
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November 18, 2025 at 1:34 AM
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Why more physicians are quietly starting #therapy.
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Why more physicians are quietly starting therapy
More physicians are turning to therapy for resilience, clarity, and well-being—shifting medical culture toward openness about mental health support.
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November 18, 2025 at 1:32 AM
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Why boredom is good for your #brain and health.
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Why boredom is good for your brain and health
Boredom can boost creativity, improve mental health, and foster resilience. Learn why embracing life’s in-betweens can lead to greater fulfillment.
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November 18, 2025 at 1:30 AM
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Why medicalizing #death could strip it of meaning.
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Why medicalizing death could strip it of meaning
Medicalizing death risks stripping it of its human, communal, and spiritual significance in favor of efficiency and control.
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November 18, 2025 at 1:29 AM
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Scary and cool at almost the same time.
Patent Issued for Rapid Blood Tests to Differentiate #Schizophrenia and #Bipolar Disorder
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Patent Issued for Rapid Blood Tests to Differentiate Schizophrenia and Bipolar Disorder | Psychiatric Times
Laguna Diagnostics revolutionizes psychiatric interventions with patented blood tests that accurately diagnose schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.
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November 11, 2025 at 8:07 PM
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Addressing #Cognition in Late-Life #Depression
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Addressing Cognition in Late-Life Depression | Psychiatric Times
Late-life depression poses unique challenges, impacting cognitive function and requiring tailored treatment strategies for older adults.
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November 4, 2025 at 9:24 PM
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#Acetaminophen Use During Pregnancy Does Not Increase #ADHD or #Autism Risk: A Conversation With Sarah Oreck, MD, MS
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Acetaminophen Use During Pregnancy Does Not Increase ADHD or Autism Risk: A Conversation With Sarah Oreck, MD, MS | Psychiatric Times
Reproductive psychiatrist Sarah Oreck, MD, MS challenges the FDA's claims linking acetaminophen use in pregnancy to autism and ADHD, advocating for informed maternal care.
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October 19, 2025 at 5:08 PM
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Collaborative Care and #Geriatric Psychiatry: Meeting Patients Where They Are
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Collaborative Care and Geriatric Psychiatry: Meeting Patients Where They Are | Psychiatric Times
Geriatric psychiatry faces a growing demand for care. Collaborative models enhance access and improve outcomes for older adults with mental health needs.
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October 12, 2025 at 8:02 PM
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It's OK to take a break from it all!!!
September 19, 2025 at 4:41 PM
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The “Create Resilience” Youth Art Contest for #Suicide Prevention Announces Winners
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The “Create Resilience” Youth Art Contest for Suicide Prevention Announces Winners
Oregon's "Create Resilience" Youth Art Contest celebrates creativity in mental health, showcasing powerful youth submissions that inspire hope and connection.
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September 15, 2025 at 9:37 PM
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Is Media Training #Suicide Prevention?
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Is Media Training Suicide Prevention?
Today is World Suicide Prevention Day. Media training emerges as a vital tool for psychiatrists, enhancing suicide prevention efforts and combating misinformation in mental health.
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September 15, 2025 at 9:06 PM
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Opinion | Totalitarianism Can Be Terrifying. It Can Also Be Thrilling. He Taught Us Why.
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September 12, 2025 at 8:01 PM
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Disagree on limiting treatment options.
#FDA Releases Complete Response Letter on Declining #MDMA-Assisted Therapy for #PTSD
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FDA Releases Complete Response Letter on Declining MDMA-Assisted Therapy for PTSD
Psychiatric Times is the connection to Psychiatry and Mental Health, featuring clinical updates, expert views, and research news in multimedia formats.
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September 9, 2025 at 5:20 PM
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New Digital Intervention for Patients With Increased #Suicide Risk
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New Digital Intervention for Patients With Increased Suicide Risk
A new mobile app has been found to reduce suicidal behavior post hospitalization in patients at high suicide risk.
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September 7, 2025 at 11:41 PM
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Why #coaching is not a substitute for #psychotherapy
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Why coaching is not a substitute for psychotherapy
Coaching and psychotherapy serve different roles, and while coaching can support growth, psychotherapy’s deeper training in relational dynamics, ethics, and emotional attunement is essential for lasti...
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September 3, 2025 at 2:18 AM