May 16, 2018
Issues of dementia and gun ownership need more discussion, researchers say
When should families, physicians and caregivers talk to dementia patients about giving up firearms?
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May 16, 2018
Nation’s Largest Suicide Prevention Organization Honors Dr. Cheryl King with Research Award
The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention gives award to U-M professor with focus on youth suicide prevention
May 10, 2018
Surprising finding about ‘shock therapy’ for depression suggests more patients should try it sooner
After trying two other options and failing to get relief, ECT could provide cost-effective option, according to U-M researchers’ analysis
March 27, 2018
Taking Care of Our Own: Addiction Treatment and Recovery for Health Professionals
The University of Michigan Addiction Treatment Services (UMATS) supports the recovery of health professionals dealing with addiction or mental health problems
March 7, 2018
Gregory W. Dalack, M.D., Chair of the U-M Department of Psychiatry Named as Treasurer of the American Psychiatric Association
Gregory W. Dalack, M.D., chair of the University of Michigan Department of Psychiatry was recently elected Treasurer of the American Psychiatric Association (APA).
March 2, 2018
Student-led depression awareness program improves high schoolers’ understanding & help-seeking, U-M study funds
Peer-to-peer education program launched by U-M Depression Center significantly boosts knowledge & attitudes; manual now available online
January 25, 2018
Camp Kid Power at the U-M Department of Psychiatry helps young children overcome disabling anxiety and obsessive-compulsive disorder
Day camp helps children develop and refine executive functioning skills
November 8, 2017
Should exercise be what the doctor orders for depression?
More mental health providers may want to take a closer look at including exercise in their patients’ treatment plans, a new study suggests.
October 30, 2017
Work-family balance can tip wrong way for some young doctors
New study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association looks at why women run greater risk for depression during medical internship year.
October 25, 2017
Adding Additional Psychiatric Beds Not Enough to Reduce Impacts of Serious Mental Illness
A new report finds that an interconnected, evidence-based system of care is necessary if the human and economic costs associated with severe mental illness are to be reduced.
September 6, 2017
U-M Department of Psychiatry receives $3.9 million dollar NIMH grant to improve student mental health
The University of Michigan Department of Psychiatry was recently awarded a $3.9 million grant from the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) for a new study titled, “Improving Student Mental Health: Adaptive Implementation of School-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.”
August 24, 2017
Volunteer with the Hope Crane Project
Cranes offer psychiatric patients a symbol of hope during their stay
August 23, 2017
Michigan Mental Health Integration Partnership: An Opportunity for Matched Funding
The Michigan Mental Health Integration Partnership (MIP), in collaboration with the University of Michigan and Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS), aims to address unmet mental health needs by implementing and evaluating innovative programs to improve the lives of Michigan residents.
August 9, 2017
Golfo Tzilos, Ph.D. recognized at APA with early career award
Golfo Tzilos, Ph.D., was recognized in Washington D.C., at the American Psychology Association Convention this month, for her work identifying “Psychosocial Correlates of Marijuana Use Among Pregnant and Non-Pregnant Adolescent Girls."
August 4, 2017
U-M Department of Psychiatry and Depression Center Launch Mental Health BioBank
New DNA registry will help point the way to personalized medicine
July 20, 2017
Dr. Bob Zucker Awarded NACoA’s 2017 Margaret Cork Award
In June, t he National Association for Children of Addiction (NACoA) presented Robert Zucker, Ph.D., with the 2017 Margaret Cork Award, the organization’s oldest award.
July 20, 2017
The Lancet: One in three cases of dementia could be prevented by targeting risk factors from childhood onwards
Helen C. Kales, M.D., professor of psychiatry is a member of The Lancet's Commission on dementia prevention.
July 7, 2017
U-M Department of Psychiatry Launches New Website
The Department of Psychiatry’s communications team is pleased to announce the launch of a brand new department website .
June 15, 2017
Bridgette Ann Carr, J.D., to Give 22nd Annual U-M Department of Psychiatry Waggoner Lecture on Ethics & Values in Medicine
Carr to focus talk on human trafficking victims and international anti-trafficking policies
June 8, 2017
Drs. Jon Dunlop and Lisa Anacker Receive 2017 Rappeport Fellowship from AAPL
Drs. Jon Dunlop and Lisa Anacker, have won the prestigious 2017 Rappeport Fellowship from the American Academy of Psychiatry and the Law (AAPL).
