Working with Latino Patients

Learn more working with Latino/a patients, including demographics, significant history, best practices and disparities.

Choosing Wisely

On April 23, 2015 APA published a revision to the third item on its Choosing Wisely list to better reflect that there are instances in which dementia-associated symptoms (e.g., aggressive behavior due to paranoid delusions) pose an acute threat to the individual and others, and in these instances antipsychotic medications must be used before formal nonpharmacologic measures can be instituted.

Policy & Practice Insights Series

Curated with care, this series unveils pivotal policy changes, delivers timely updates, and unlocks practical insights from subject matters experts.

What is Technology Addiction?

Technology is an integral and growing part of our lives. It is key for efficient functioning in many aspects of our lives and vital for social connection for many. Our smartphones are constant companions for many of us. However, excessive, compulsive or out-of-control use of various types of technologies is an increasing area of concern.

January Issues of American Psychiatric Association Journals Cover New Research on Cannabis and Alcohol Use, Disparities in Coercive Treatment for Psychosis, and More

The January issues of two of the American Psychiatric Association journals, The American Journal of Psychiatry and Psychiatric Services are available online. Also available is the latest issue of The American Journal of Psychotherapy.

Model Parity Legislation

APA has created parity-implementation legislation for all 50 states and the District of Columbia designed to require transparency and accountability from insurers and state regulators.

New APA Books Available on Nature Therapy, Addiction and the Law, and More

This fall, American Psychiatric Association (APA) Publishing is releasing books that cover a wide variety of behavioral health topics, including borderline personality disorder, psychopharmacology, social media and youth mental health, electroconvulsive therapy, and many more.

Introduction

Learn the basics of child and adolescent telepsychiatry in APA@s Telepsychiatry Toolkit.

What is Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)?

Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a psychiatric disorder that may occur in people who have experienced or witnessed a traumatic event such as a natural disaster, a serious accident, a terrorist act, war/combat, or rape or who have been threatened with death, sexual violence or serious injury.

Working With Indigenous Patients

Learn more working with Native American patients, including demographics, significant history, best practices and disparities.

Research & Registry

Research plays a vital role in the understanding the causes of mental illnesses, the development of treatments and preventive strategies, and the promotion mental health.

Asian Americans

Learn more about treating Asian American patients experiencing stress and trauma related to changing political and social environments.