Category Archives: Psychosis

Cannabis Psychosis – A Review

Posted on September 24, 2010 by CRH

A good number of patients present with abrupt-onset psychosis occurring in the context of relatively new regular cannabis abuse. The patients present diagnostic challenges as the typically short duration of illness often occurs without any preceding behavior change. The clinical picture typically … Continue reading →

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Treatment-Resistant Depression

Posted on August 12, 2010 by CRH

As few as one-third of patients who are treated with one medication experience a full relief of symptoms. This outline, written by Rakesh Jain, MD, MPH, is a thorough and timely review of how to recognize and treat patients with this problem. Continue reading →

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Pregnancy and Psychiatry – Literature Review

Posted on August 11, 2010 by CRH

A thorough review of the use of psychiatric medications before, during, and after pregnancy, with links to multiple other resources. Continue reading →

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