Terrorism is a form of psychological warfare. A successful terrorist attack results in mass
violence and can produce a man-made disaster. After any disaster, mental health professionals …

Mental health professionals need a basic understanding of the insanity defense. This article
provides an overview of the historical origins of the defense and current application. The …

A lone-actor terrorist is more than 13 times more likely than a group-based terrorist to have a
mental health problem. 1 Mental health prob-lems exist on a spectrum. At their most severe, …

The article provides suggestions for psychiatrists on testifying in court by providing some
necessary vocabulary, an outline of judicial process, and tips on courtroom behavior. Topics …

The article discusses the risk of medical malpractice in medical checks or follow-up appointments
for psychiatric outpatient medication management. Emphasis is given on the need to …

When I started my intern year, I made an interview template. Under social history, I put a
reminder to get a" legal history." I'd ask," Have you ever been arrested?" Invariably, patients …

Mentally ill and emotionally disturbed offenders comprise a significant group of those whose
criminal conduct has brought them into the criminal justice system. This is a worldwide …

The authors offer insights into job loss (JL) caused by the COVID-19 pandemic in the US
and discuss how psychiatrists can help their patients who are experiencing JL. Topics …

Background The clinical presentation and risk factors of nonconvulsive status epilepticus (NCSE)
in the context of electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) are poorly understood, and guidance …

… In this chapter, one of my former students Ashley shares her incredible story about managing
all 4 years of medical school as a single parent by choice. Others, though, will want to hold …