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Approximately 13% of Psychiatrists with Major Depression in Thailand: Loneliness & Work Stress Factors (2024 Study)

Depression, a pervasive mental health issue, affects individuals across various professions, including those within the psychiatric field. A recent study in Thailand sheds light on the prevalence and associated factors of Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) among psychiatrists and psychiatry trainees, offering insights into the mental well-being of those expected to be at the forefront of …

Symptom Provocation in Psychiatric Disorders: TMS, EEG, Neural Circuits for Personalized Treatment (2023 Review)

by GLOOM

Symptom provocation, a cornerstone of psychiatric research and therapy, offers a fascinating glimpse into the intricate relationship between brain activity and psychiatric symptoms. By deliberately triggering symptoms, researchers and clinicians can identify neurophysiological biomarkers and target them with personalized therapies, such as transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS). This technique not only enhances our understanding of psychiatric …

Quetiapine Dosing for Depression Optimized with XGBoost Algorithm (2024 Study)

by GLOOM

Depression is a globally pervasive mental illness that often requires complex treatment strategies. One such strategy involves the use of Quetiapine, an antipsychotic medication, as an augmentation to antidepressants. However, determining the optimal dose of Quetiapine is challenging due to individual variability. A recent study utilizes machine learning techniques to develop a predictive model for …

10 Biggest Problems with Psychiatry

by GLOOM

Psychiatrists are medical professionals that specialize in prescribing medications to treat mental disorders. They have attained their certification as a medical doctor, but have completed additional schooling to treat individuals with complex disorders of the brain. If you need treatment with a pharmaceutical drug for a mental illness (e.g. depression), a psychiatrist will be most …

GeneSight: Genetic Test Predicts Best & Worst Antidepressants for Each Person

by GLOOM

It’s no secret that depression is becoming one of the biggest epidemics in the United States and throughout the world. Many people suffer from mental illnesses, but depression is a condition that seems to affect everyone at some point in their lives. Unfortunately there is no pill that will cure depression, but there are various …

Psychiatry Proposes New Drug Classification System: From Symptom to Target-Based

by GLOOM

What would you think if the classification of your psychiatric medications changed? Well, a new conference is taking place to address whether drug classification “names” should be changed. Currently, many psychiatric organizations believe there are advantages associated with changing from a “symptom-based” classification to a “pharmacological-based” classification system. This new system will be discussed at …