Mara Joy, FNP-C

Neuromodulatory devices and wearables are transforming psychiatric care; this case-based review covers FDA-approved uses, contraindications, and clinical integration for depression, PTSD, and pain.

A 45-year-old veteran has ongoing symptoms likely related to past exposure to burn pits, dust storms, airborne industrial pollutants, and head trauma from hard parachute landings.

Long-term complications of ACEs involve psychiatric and medical conditions, such as mood and substance use disorders, chronic heart and lung diseases, obesity, diabetes, cancer, and PTSD.