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14 Reasons Why Psychopharmacology Differs in Women, Part 4

July 13, 2026

Chris Aiken, MD and Kellie Newsome, PMHNP

Women clear some psychiatric medications more slowly, lose bone density at higher rates, and face greater medical consequences from alcohol and smoking than men. This final episode in a four-part series covers side effects, drug metabolism, drugs of abuse, urine incontinence, and what we do — and don't — know about prescribing for transgender patients.

Research Update

Initiation of Gender-Affirming Hormones and Mental Health Outcomes

January 31, 2024

Erin Conklin, MSN, CNP, PMHNP-BC

Erin Conklin, MSN, CNP, PMHNP-BC. Ms. Conklin has no financial relationships with companies related to this material.

A study on gender-affirming hormones in adolescents and adults found they are linked to better mental health in transgender people, leading to reduced psychological distress and suicidal thoughts. The findings reinforce the Endocrine Society's advice to provide transgender adolescents with access to GAH.

EXPERT Q&A

Understanding Sexuality and Gender

January 2, 2023

Hansel Arroyo, MD

Hansel Arroyo, MD. Assistant professor of psychiatry, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. New York, NY.

Dr. Arroyo has no financial relationships with companies related to this material.

Dr Arroyo gives us a comprehensive review of the mental health needs of transgender and gender-nonconforming patients and of gender-affirming treatments.

EXPERT Q&A

Communicating With Patients About Gender

August 5, 2020

Alex Keuroghlian, MD, MPH

Alex Keuroghlian, MD, MPH

Director, National LGBT Health Education Center at The Fenway Institute; Director, Massachusetts General Hospital Department of Psychiatry Gender Identity Program; Associate Professor, Harvard Medical School Dr. Keuroghlian has disclosed that he has no relevant financial or other interests in any commercial companies pertaining to this educational activity.

What are the risks for depression and suicide with transgender patients and how can we provide the best care for them? Alex Keuroghlian, MD, MPH, answers that question and more.