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Psychiatric Advance Directives
Patients often experience a lack of full control over important treatment decisions about their mental health, especially during times of mental health crisis. This can lead to suffering for patients and frustration for their families. Psychiatric advance directives (PADs) provide an opportunity for patients to outline their preferences about their mental health treatment in the event that they become unable to make such decisions for themselves in the future.
Mental Health Pathfinders: APA CEO & Medical Director Dr. Marketa M. Wills
In this episode of the Mental Health Pathfinders podcast, Marketa M. Wills, M.D., M.P.A., FAPA discusses her transition from Johns Hopkins to the American Psychiatric Association (APA) as CEO and Medical Director.
Opioid Response Network STR-TA
The State Targeted Response (STR) Technical Assistance (TA) project will launch 32 12-week virtual learning collaboratives on a variety of topics focused on using medication for addiction treatment (MAT) to treat patients with opioid use disorders.
What Is Depression?
Depression (major depressive disorder) is a common and serious medical illness that negatively affects how you feel, the way you think and how you act. Fortunately, it is also treatable.
Justice-Involved Individuals, Mental Health, and the Revolving Door
On Sept. 20, 2022, the U.S. Preventative Services Task Force (USPSTF) released a draft statement recommending that U.S. adults under the age of 65 should be screened for anxiety 1. This recommendation underscores the emerging need for the inclusion of mental health screens as a part of everyday clinical practice and not simply reserved for behavioral health settings. More widespread screening will better inform treatment decisions, lead to referrals for care, and slow down, or in some cases even
Board-Approved Recommendations on Strategic Planning
APA@s Board of Trustees approved the following recommendations of the Ad Hoc Work Group on Strategic Planning at the Board@s March 2015 meeting.
MOORE Equity in Mental Health 5K
Join us in combating mental health inequities facing young people of color and in honoring mental health advocate Bebe Moore Campbell.
American Psychiatric Association Statement in Response to the AAPA House of Delegates Decision to Change Their Professional Title to "Physician Associate"
Patients deserve a clear understanding of the roles played by all those who partner in their care, as they already experience difficulty in identifying who is or is not a physician. It is important to provide transparency and clarity, not create more confusion, and put their safety at risk.
Members Course of the Month
Each month, members have free access to an on-demand CME course on a popular topic.
Policy & Practice Insights Series Recordings
APA Members get free access to recordings of our new lunch-and-learn series, keeping you informed on policy changes, recent breakthroughs, and impactful insights. Log in with your member credentials to access previous webinar recordings.
New Patient Guide for Mood and Anxiety Disorders Available to the Public
A new book developed by the Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA) and published by the American Psychiatric Association (APA) provides readers with the evidence-based knowledge and tools to understand mood disorders and make informed decisions toward lasting mental health and wellbeing.