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Position Statement on Resolution Against Racism and Racial Discrimination and Their Adverse Impacts on Mental Health
Position Statement on Resolution Against Racism and Racial Discrimination and Their Adverse Impacts on Mental Health
Psychiatric Aspects of Infertility
The psychological impact of being unable to conceive despite trying is a profound loss and a significant life crisis (Kohan et al. 2015). Many individuals suffer in isolation, unaware that infertility is highly prevalent afflicting approximately one in eight couples worldwide. The feelings and reactions to infertility are complex, ranging from anger with self for the failure of one’s body to procreate (Kohan et al. 2015), an associated decrease in sexual desire, an impaired orgasmic function and
Position Statement on Mental Health and Climate Change
Position Statement on Mental Health and Climate Change
Neuroimaging markers of psychiatric disorders, Consensus report of the APA Work Group on
In May 2009, an Action paper was passed by the APA Assembly calling for the development of an APA Position Paper on the Clinical Application of Brain Imaging in Psychiatry. This action paper was developed in response to questions raised by claims being made that brain imaging technology had already reached the point that it was useful for making a clinical diagnosis and for helping in treatment selection.
Need to Monitor and Assess the Public Health and Safety Consequences of Legalizing Marijuana
Resource Document on the Need to Monitor and Assess the Public Health and Safety Consequences of Legalizing Marijuana
Position Statement on Growing Fear over Coronavirus Spread and Mental Health Impact in ICE Detention Centers
Position Statement on Growing Fear over Coronavirus Spread and Mental Health Impact in ICE Detention Centers
Position Statement on Police Interactions with Children and Adolescents in Mental Health Crisis
Position Statement on Police Interactions with Children and Adolescents in Mental Health Crisis
Interacting with Caregivers
In this document, we address ethical and legal issues related to involving caregivers in the treatment of patients and provide a comprehensive approach to the engagement of caregivers in the treatment process. This approach revolves around the development and implementation of a caregiver plan (CGP). It is important to note that the development of a formal CGP does not reflect current practice in the field. The discussion of a CGP in this document is for education: to describe a potentia
The Management of Depression during Pregnancy: A Report from the American Psychiatric Association and the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
Objective—To address the maternal and neonatal risks of both depression and antidepressant exposure and develop algorithms for periconceptional and antenatal management. Method—Representatives from the American Psychiatric Association, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and a consulting developmental pediatrician collaborated to review English language articles on fetal and neonatal outcomes associated with depression and antidepressant treatment during childbearing. Ar
Position Statement on Suicide Among Black Youth in the United States
Position Statement on Suicide Among Black Youth in the United States
Vagal nerve stimulation (VNS) white paper
Vagal nerve stimulation for treatment resistant epilepsy has been available in the United States since 1997, and improved mood noted in epilepsy patients led to studies examining the use of VNS for treatment resistant depression. VNS implantation consists of placement of the stimulator in the chest wall that is attached by wires tunneled through the skin to the left vagus nerve in the carotid sheath. Potential side effects include voice alteration, hoarseness, coughing, paresthesia, dyspnea and
Position Statement on Discrimination of Religious Minorities
Position Statement on Discrimination of Religious Minorities