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An Important Action Item for 2026
There are many ways that APA helps psychiatrists thrive as clinicians, colleagues, mentors, changemakers, and more. Renew now and take advantage of all that APA offers.
Supporting the Mental Health of Family Caregivers
About one in four U.S. adults, an estimated 63 million people, are family caregivers, an increase of nearly 50% from a decade ago, according to a recent report, Caregiving in the US 2025 from AARP and the National Alliance for Caregiving.
To Be in the Moment
That is exactly what meditation and mindfulness have afforded me: the luxury to recognize and be present for these little moments. It turns out that these little moments where I notice my attention and can be fully present for the things that matter are the goal of meditation and mindfulness.
Work Hard, Play Hard: Rethinking a Culture of Alcohol Use in Team Sports
Sports and alcohol use have long been intertwined, from beer sponsors at games to celebratory or consolatory drinks with the team after a match. For many athletes, especially those involved in team sports, these social norms can shape what “normal” drinking looks like. Indeed, adolescent athletes are more likely to use alcohol than their non-athlete peers, and those involved in team sports have higher rates of substance use disorders than those in individual sports.
What is Kratom and Why is It Raising Concerns?
- By Lief Fenno, M.D., Ph.D.
Kratom has been a top news topic due to growing concerns about its potential for harm. It is relatively new and so many people, including some mental health professionals, may not be familiar with it or the risks patients may incur when they use it. The APA recently conducted a survey that found only 19% of U.S. adults were familiar with this substance. The 2023 National Survey on Drug Use & Health estimates 1.6 million annual users in the U.S. This post provides a brief overview of kratom, current concerns surrounding it, current legal status, and sources of additional information.