The current edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual is known as the DSM-5. What will the next version be called? That’s one of several open questions as the “Bible of psychiatry” goes online.
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Psychiatrists call for RFK Jr. to be replaced as health secretary
Two groups are calling for new leadership at HHS after Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s actions on substance abuse treatment and mental health medications, among other issues.
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Eleanor Slater Hospital’s former top doctor casts doubt on state-commissioned report
The newly departed chief medical officer of Eleanor Slater Hospital says a state-commissioned review of the facility is riddled with errors and suggests “bias or undue influence” on the part of the investigators. Dr. Brian P. Daly, a forensic psychiatrist who resigned from his job on July 31, released a 16-page letter critiquing a recent […]
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R.I. Eleanor Slater Hospital praised for its patient care in peer report that also documents troubles
Rhode Island’s Eleanor Slater Hospital is providing high quality care to patients but is hampered by discord with its leadership and the deterioration of one of its buildings, according to a report of the state-run hospital released Friday by Gov. Dan McKee’s administration. The peer review of the state-run hospital was conducted by the Hospital […]
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“Everyone’s Anxiety Level Is Up”: Psychiatrists Seeing The Impact Of COVID-19
At a time when so much is uncertain, one of the best things people can do for their own well-being is focus on what they can control. That’s the advice of Dr. Anthony Gallo, a psychiatrist in private practice in North Kingstown and on staff at Westerly Hospital. He spoke with The Public’s Radio South County Reporter Alex Nunes about the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on mental health and also what people can do if they’re feeling fearful and overwhelmed.
