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Tales from the History of Psychiatry: Opium, an Ancient Psychotropic

September 28, 2016

Marcia Zuckerman, MD

These days, opiates are primarily prescribed to treat pain. But there is a long history of using opiates to treat depression and other mental illness. Starting in the 700s, Arabian cultures used opium in mental hospitals in Baghdad, Damascus, Fez, and Cairo that also incorporated milieu therapy such as music,...

Evaluating and Treating Pain in Psychiatric Patients

September 28, 2016

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Managing Pain: A Cognitive Behavioral Therapist’s Approach

September 28, 2016

John D. Otis, PhD

As a clinical psychologist with a specialty in chronic pain management, I am often referred patients with both chronic pain and psychiatric issues. Many of these patients see a psychiatrist and a therapist, and are taking with both psychotropic and pain medications. The referral is often made because there is...

Dialectical Behavior Therapy for Substance Use Disorders: A Primer

August 1, 2016

Yevgeny Botanov, PhD and Chelsey Wilks, MS

Yevgeny Botanov, PhD University of Washington Department of Psychology, Seattle, WA Dr. Botanov has disclosed that he is employed by Behavioral Tech, LLC. Dr. Carlat has reviewed this article and has found no evidence of bias in this educational activity. Chelsey Wilks, MS University of Washington Department of Psychology, Seattle, WA Ms. Wilks has disclosed that she has no relevant financial or other interests in any commercial companies pertaining to this educational activity.

Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) is well-known as an effective treatment for individuals with personality disorders and for reducing suicidal behavior. But it’s also quite effective for addictions. In this article, we’ll discuss DBT concepts in a bit more detail and help you apply these concepts to patients with substance abuse issues.

Reports of Gabapentin Misuse and Abuse Appear to Be True

August 1, 2016

Bret A. Moore, PsyD, ABPP

Bret A. Moore, PsyD, ABPP Board-Certified Clinical Psychologist, San Antonio, TX Dr. Moore has disclosed that he has no relevant financial or other interests in any commercial companies pertaining to this educational activity.

Gabapentin is FDA-approved for seizures and neuropathic pain, but it’s commonly used off-label for a variety of psychiatric and physical conditions, including anxiety, insomnia, borderline personality disorder, alcohol use disorders, and multiple pain disorders. Another aspect of gabapentin use that has come to light in recent years is a seemingly pervasive pattern of misuse and abuse.

CDC Warns of “Growing Epidemic” of Prescription Painkiller Overdoses

October 30, 2013

Editor-in-Chief, Murray Kuperminc, PhD

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“Bath Salts” Linked to ED visits

October 30, 2013

Editor-in-Chief, Murray Kuperminc, PhD

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Increased Risk of Alcohol Abuse After Bariatric Surgery

December 21, 2012

Editor-in-Chief, Murray Kuperminc, PhD

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Drugs to Treat Alcoholism [Free Article]

August 30, 2011

David A. Frenz, MD

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Stimulant Abuse

April 1, 2003

David Sorenson, M.D., is medical director of the Anna Jaques Hospital Child Psychiatry Inpatient Unit in Amesbury, Massachusetts. His experiences with patients misusing ADHD medications should give us pause.