Karrar Husain, MD

Department of Psychiatry, Texas Tech University Health Science Center at Odessa/ Permian Basin Odessa, Midland, Texas

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Karrar Husain, MD, is affiliated with the Department of Psychiatry at Texas Tech University Health Science Center at Odessa/Permian Basin in Texas. Husain has published research focused on Autism Spectrum Disorders, child and adolescent psychiatry, addiction, emergency psychiatry, and women's mental health. Notable topics include the use of transcranial direct current stimulation in autism, psychiatric comorbidities in adolescents with polycystic ovary syndrome, emergency department visits among youth with autism, and the relationship between social isolation and substance abuse. Collaborators frequently include Chintan Trivedi, Shailesh Jain, Abid Rizvi, Sahar Ashraf, and Erin Adams.

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Role of tDCS in Autism
Meta-Analysis

Role of tDCS in Autism

March 12, 2026

Transcranial direct current stimulation improves core autism spectrum disorder symptoms, particularly social responsiveness and behavioral regulation, with stimulation of the dorsolateral prefrontal cortex showing the greatest benefit.
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Psychiatric Comorbidities in Adolescents With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Original Research

Psychiatric Comorbidities in Adolescents With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

November 7, 2024

PCOS symptoms extend beyond reproductive issues, with noted correlations to anxiety, depression, and suicidal attempts. This study assessed psychiatric comorbidities among hospitalized adolescent females with PCOS.
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ED Visit Trends in Children and Youth With Autism
Brief Report

ED Visit Trends in Children and Youth With Autism

October 8, 2024

Approximately 38.7% of children and youth presented to the emergency department with a concurrent psychiatric diagnosis, highlighting the importance of a holistic psychiatric care approach, irrespective of the primary...
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Relationship Between Social Isolation and Substance Abuse
Original Research

Relationship Between Social Isolation and Substance Abuse

September 24, 2024

This study highlights the connection between social isolation and substance use disorder, emphasizing the need to address social isolation as a public health issue.
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