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The Carlat Psychiatry Report

Psychotherapy (Dec) | 2022

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Does Abortion Lead to Psychiatric Issues?

October 30, 2022

Abortion is becoming more difficult to obtain in the United States, and the arguments against legalization of abortion include the claim that it is harmful to a woman’s mental health. This article investigates if that is true.

The Enduring Value of Talking Therapy

October 30, 2022

Allen Frances, MD

An interview with Dr. Allen Frances about the enduring value of talk therapy, and insights into how therapy is being used in modern clinical practice.

Trichotillomania: Diagnosis and Treatment

October 30, 2022

Michael Posternak, MD.

Trichotillomania (TTM) is a disorder that seems to lurk in the shadows. We hear about it but rarely see it.

Side Effects in Depression

October 30, 2022

Side effects are burdensome to patients, but do they also get in the way of recovery? This study sought to clarify how side effects change over time and whether they impede recovery in major depressive disorder.

Who Responds to SSRIs in PTSD?

October 30, 2022

Richard Moldawsky, MD

SSRIs are often used in PTSD, but it is not clear that they work for all kinds of trauma. Trials of SSRIs are generally positive in women and people with a history of sexual trauma, while trials involving combat-related trauma tend to be negative. The current study aimed to better identify predictors of response.