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Struggling with Screen Time: A Look at Internet Use Disorders

  • Addiction, Patients and Families

Internet use disorders are a growing concern in today’s technology-driven society, marked by excessive and compulsive use of the internet, leading to negative consequences in various aspects of an individual's life. Online activities of concern include overuse of social media sites, gaming, gambling, problematic use of online pornography, and other digital platforms. This is a global phenomenon affecting individuals of all ages

How to Write Effective Letters of Medical Necessity

  • Patients and Families

While significant progress has been made in recent years, there are still challenges to obtaining insurance coverage for mental health and substance use disorder treatment. Insurance companies may deny claims for a variety of reasons, including that the care is not “medically necessary.”

Health & Safety Considerations

The safety of anyone attending our Annual Meeting and the Los Angeles community is our top priority. To this end, we’re following industry-wide standards, as well as the recommendations of the federal and local governments.

Education

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September Component Meetings

Information about the 2023 September Component Meetings will be posted here as soon as it’s available.

Kun-Po Soo Award

The Kun-Po Soo Award recognizes an individual who has made significant contributions toward understanding the impact and importance of Asian cultural heritage in areas relevant to psychiatry.

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