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February 28, 2025
By Elspeth Cameron Ritchie, MD
When something horrible happens, feeling sad, worried, or angry is a natural response. Disasters and tragedies can be distressing for victims, first-responders, and people watching news and social me...
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July 03, 2023
By MedStar Team
This article was written by J. Corey Williams, MD. Dr. Williams and co-authors Ashley Andreou, MPH, Tricia Lemelle, MD, MBA, Erica E. Coates, PhD, and Jeff Q. Bostic, MD, EdD, offered context and tie...
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June 26, 2023
By MedStar Team
This article was written by Emily Aron, MD. Our research commentary recommends ways to increase physician capacity, access to telehealth, resources for underserved communities, and more to help suppo...
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December 21, 2022
The holidays can bring joy and excitement, but for many, they’re also quite stressful. Whether you feel pressured at work, overwhelmed with family commitments, or exhausted juggling both, it’s common...
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October 21, 2022
In September 2022, the United States Preventative Services Task Force (USPSTF) issued a draft recommendation that all adults younger than 65 to be screened for anxiety. This unprecedented move is par...
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September 09, 2022
If you’re ready to quit smoking, there are proven ways to give up the habit—and electronic cigarettes are not one of them. In fact, the U.S. Food & Drug Administration recently issued a l...
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July 08, 2022
By Elspeth Cameron Ritchie, MD
At the recent American Psychiatric Association meeting I attended in New Orleans, the topic of loneliness permeated nearly every discussion. Attendees talked about anger with how the pandemic has pla...