Psych Matters Blog
Overdose Alert, Mental Health Resources, Psychiatry Conference
Mental illnesses are still steeped in stigma in the health care field, and we feel very strongly about educating primary care providers on behavioral health concerns that may present in their offices as frontline providers.
Black History Month & Events
This month is Black History Month, which was first celebrated in 1926 as a week-long event. Progress continues, but so do setbacks – including the recent killing of Tyre Nichols. Education about the issues and honoring Black history are important aspects of progress.
Long-COVID & Mental Illness
The study “Associations of Depression, Anxiety, Worry, Perceived Stress, and Loneliness Prior to Infection With Risk of Post–COVID-19 Conditions” holds relevance for our work in psychiatry and behavioral medicine.
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October is Breast Cancer Awareness month and Dr. Karen Weihs shares some important information about the meaning of the pink ribbon.
Suicide & Mental Healthcare Disparities
While I often seek out opportunities to educate underserved communities about mental illness and the associated stigma regarding diagnosis and treatment that remains so prevalent, I recognize that I walk a fine line.