APA News: Stigma of Serious Mental Illness Influences Psychiatrists’ Treatment Decisions

SAN FRANCISCO—The stigma of serious mental illness affects treatment decisions of both mental health care providers and primary care providers, according to a new research poster presented at the American Psychiatric Association (APA) meeting.

APA News: Suicide Trigger Scale Valid Predictor of Future Suicide Attempts

SAN FRANCISCO—The Suicide Trigger Scale-Version 3 (STS-3) showed significant validity in predicting whether or not psychiatric inpatients would attempt suicide.

Merck's Insomnia Drug Moves a Step Closer to U.S. Approval

Merck & Co's experimental insomnia drug moved a step closer to U.S. approval on Wednesday after a panel of medical experts said it is effective and safe at lower doses.

Breaking News: APA Wrap-Up Interview with Rakesh Jain, MD

Dr. Jain gives an overview of the various topics presented throughout the American Psychiatric Association Annual Meeting.

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