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    Vaping is Unhealthy. Tips and Resources to Help Quit.

    • Addiction, Patients and Families, Teens and young adults

    Electronic (e-) cigarettes, or vaping devices, were first introduced to adults in the early 2000s as a potential smoking cessation aid. They gained popularity due to their perceived reduced harm compared to traditional cigarettes. The devices often resemble traditional tobacco cigarettes (cig-a-likes), cigars, or pipes, as well as pens and USB memory sticks. Users inhale an aerosol (vapor), containing nicotine or marijuana/THC, flavorings, and other chemicals. E-cigarettes have evolved over time

    TEFCA Rule

    The Trusted Exchange Framework and Common Agreement (TEFCA) final rule aims to facilitate the efficient, secure exchange of healthcare information across the care continuum.

    Participating in Social Groups to Help Manage Depression

    • Patients and Families

    Participation in social groups may be an effective way to manage mild to moderate depression, according to a new study from researchers at The University of Queensland, Australia. It can be especially for useful for people seeking to stop using antidepressants, they note.

    Dr. Steven Chan Interviews Dr. Robert Caudill About His Experience with Telepsychiatry

    Dr. Steven Chan interviews Dr. Robert Caudill, who discusses the dynamics of teaching telepsychiatry to psychiatry residents; the opportunities and challenges in using telepsychiatry in rural or underserved communities; and about future possibilities for the use of telemedicine in mental health treatment, including reimbursement issues at the state and federal levels.

    Free Resources for Psychiatrists Available on Black Mental Health

    • Patients and Families

    As Black History Month draws to a close, psychiatrists and other behavioral health clinicians can learn about the mental health disparities facing the Black community in a series of free webinars from the American Psychiatric Association and Morehouse School of Medicine African American Behavioral Health - Center of Excellence.

    What APA is Doing for You: Protecting IMGs a Major Priority as COVID-19 Crisis Continues

    • APA Leadership, What APA is Doing For You

    As the public health crisis caused by the COVID-19 virus continues to tax health care resources and infrastructure, it is clear that we must use every resource at our disposal to effectively fight the spread of illness and ensure that our patients can access essential health services, including mental health care.

    Mental Health Apps: Cautions for College Students

    • Patients and Families

    There are a slew of mobile apps available that are designed to promote mental wellness and target mental health conditions. Apps are available to help monitor or track symptoms, offer relaxation and mindfulness exercises, and deliver a secondary treatment in combination with a primary treatment. A new study in Psychiatric Services takes a critical look at app recommendations by colleges.

    Therapy Dogs: Easing Children’s Fears in the ER

    • Children and Youth, Patients and Families

    A visit to the emergency room is often fraught with pain, fear and anxiety, and it can be especially difficult for children. New research finds that having a therapy dog in the emergency department can help ease the anxiety and distress for children.

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