Articles related to Psychiatry

Hair ingestion can lead to the formation of gastric trichobezoars, which may cause life-threatening complications if left untreated.

Chronic insomnia affects about 10% of adults and is associated with increased risks of major depression, hypertension, Alzheimer’s disease, and work disability.

The DSM-5 Alternative Model of Personality Disorders represents a significant shift from categorical to dimensional conceptualization of personality pathology, emphasizing both personality functioning and maladaptive traits.

Oxytocin nasal spray shows promise as an adjunct therapy for acute loneliness, potentially improving patient engagement in the initial phases of psychotherapy.

This target trial emulation study provides critical insights into weight change associated with eight first-line antidepressants, emphasizing the minimal weight gain with bupropion. Clinicians should integrate these findings into treatment decisions to address patient concerns about weight gain.

This article poses questions surrounding the ethical challenges in brain research, highlighting the need for post-trial care responsibilities and privacy protections as neurotechnologies advance.