Hospital Psychiatry

Table: Psychiatric Medications in Pregnancy and Lactation

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 17:00:36 -0400

Table: Psychiatric Medications in Pregnancy and Lactation

Use of Psychiatric Medications in Breastfeeding Patients

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 17:00:36 -0400

When new mothers are admitted to the inpatient psychiatric unit, they might ask about the safety of taking psychiatric medications while breastfeeding.

Depression in Pregnancy: Diagnosis and Treatment

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 16:38:54 -0400

Prenatal depression is common, affecting 10%–15% of pregnant patients.

PTSD Diagnosis and Treatment

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 16:38:54 -0400

Many of your patients will most likely have been exposed to significant trauma, such as adverse childhood experiences, domestic or sexual violence, and the hardships associated with homelessness or substance use.

Clinically Significant Drug Interactions

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 15:43:40 -0400

Generally, when pressed for time, most clinicians will use one of the following online drug interaction checkers.

Atomoxetine (Strattera) Fact Sheet for Patients

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 16:35:47 -0400

Atomoxetine treats attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children, adolescents, and adults.

Autism Spectrum Disorder

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 16:35:47 -0400

Patients with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) may be admitted to inpatient units for a variety of reasons.

Borderline Personality Disorder: Diagnosis and Treatment

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 15:35:32 -0400

Patients with borderline personality disorder (BPD) account for about 20% of psychiatric inpatients and can often present challenges on the unit. In this fact sheet, we describe a systematic approach to diagnosis.

Overview of Personality Disorders

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 15:35:32 -0400

Personality disorders (PDs) are enduring patterns of behavior, cognition, and emotional regulation that can complicate treatment and disrupt the therapeutic environment of the unit.

Transitioning to Outpatient Care—A Guide to National Mental Health Resources

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 15:35:32 -0400

Providing patients with resources as they transition from inpatient psychiatric units to outpatient care is vital for their continued support and recovery.

Supportive Therapy in an Inpatient Psychiatric Hospital

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 15:35:32 -0400

Supportive therapy is a psychotherapeutic approach focused on providing emotional and practical support and strengthening a patient's coping mechanisms.

Coding and Billing Protocols

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 15:35:32 -0400

Coding inpatient psychiatric visits is a way of briefly describing how much work you did and therefore how much money the insurance company should pay for the visit.

Learning Objectives, Workplace Violence Prediction & Prevention, CHPR, April/May/June 2026

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 01:00:00 -0400

After reading these articles, you should be able to…

CME Post-Test, Workplace Violence Prediction & Prevention, April/May/June 2026

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 01:00:00 -0400

By successfully completing the test you will be awarded a certificate for 2 CME credit.

Risk of Suicide Across Medical Conditions and the Role of Mental Disorder

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

A large national cohort study shows that serious medical illness independently raises suicide risk—even without prior psychiatric diagnosis. Gastrointestinal disease, cancer, and blood disorders stand out. For hospitalized patients with new or disabling medical conditions, suicide screening and safety planning remain essential parts of care.

Prenatal Antipsychotic Exposure: Reassuring Long-Term Data

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Do antipsychotics during pregnancy increase long-term neurodevelopmental risk? Large US and Nordic registry studies, along with prospective data, provide reassuring findings. After adjusting for maternal illness, prenatal exposure was not meaningfully associated with intellectual, language, or learning disorders—important context for shared decision-making.

Genetic Conditions With Psychiatric Manifestations

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

When should you suspect a genetic syndrome in an adult psychiatric patient? This review highlights red flags—autism, intellectual disability, dysmorphic features, family patterns—and walks through practical testing strategies. Learn when to order chromosomal microarray and Fragile X testing, and how results can reshape treatment and family counseling.

Ketamine Treatment in Inpatient Psychiatry: What Clinicians Need to Know

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

IV ketamine offers rapid antidepressant effects that align with the pace of inpatient care. Dr. Benjamin Brody explains how to implement subanesthetic infusions safely, monitor for dissociation and hemodynamic changes, select appropriate patients, and plan maintenance strategies once patients leave the unit.

Violence Prediction and Prevention Tools

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

How well can we predict violence on the unit or in the ED? Dr. Heba Mesbah reviews the evidence behind tools like the BVC, DASA, OVA, and ABRAT. Learn which instruments fit inpatient settings, how often to reassess, and how structured tools can strengthen—rather than replace—clinical judgment.

Violence Prevention in Acute Psychiatric Settings: Staying Safe in Challenging Environments

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Learn how to strengthen team protocols before crises unfold.

Beyond Meds: TMS in Acute Psychiatric Care