Psychiatry

New toolkit helps doctors interact with patients with learning disabilities in the ER
The toolkit, developed by British emergency physician Dr. Liz Herrieven, includes tips on how to communicate properly with patients with learning disabilities or autism, as well as how to avoid missed or diagnoses in these patients.
QUIZ: Can you take the heat?
A warmer climate means more heat-related illness. See how much you know about all things hyperthermic!

How to manage ADHD at work and turn it into a strength

People with ADHD are often passed over for promotions, said Dr. Andrew Sylvester, a psychiatrist at UCHealth, a hospital in Longmont, Colorado.
Antidepressant-induced weight gain

Antidepressants are commonly used medications, with about 16% of people in Canada using antidepressants in 2023.
BADCLAP: CPhA highlights resource of key heat and medication reminders

The poster reminds healthcare pros of drug mechanisms to keep in mind when it's blazing hot out.
Coffee can interfere with medications—here’s what you need to know

From common cold tablets to antidepressants, caffeine’s impact on the body goes far beyond a quick energy boost.
SOGC releases new guidelines on improving care for patients after early pregnancy loss

The Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada issued a new clinical practice guideline on early pregnancy loss, calling for screening for depression and broader health system reforms to improve care.
Canadian Pediatric Society launches Centre for Healthy Screen Use

The virtual centre will provide resources for healthcare professionals and others on healthy engagement with the digital world.
McGill study breaks down why so many ‘incels’ can’t or won’t get a job

How and why do so many these young men fall into being socially disengaged? A recent McGill study offers some answers.
A link between ultra-processed foods and increased risk of depression?

A study found the association was particularly notable among young adults aged 18 to 34.

New toolkit helps doctors interact with patients with learning disabilities in the ER

QUIZ: Can you take the heat?

How to manage ADHD at work and turn it into a strength

Antidepressant-induced weight gain

BADCLAP: CPhA highlights resource of key heat and medication reminders

Coffee can interfere with medications—here’s what you need to know

SOGC releases new guidelines on improving care for patients after early pregnancy loss

Canadian Pediatric Society launches Centre for Healthy Screen Use

McGill study breaks down why so many ‘incels’ can’t or won’t get a job

A link between ultra-processed foods and increased risk of depression?