Encephalitis, an inflammation of the brain, can result from various causes, including infections and autoimmune reactions. Recognizing its symptoms and understanding its management is vital for patient outcomes. The Journal of Clinical Psychiatry offers insights into the psychiatric implications of encephalitis, from cognitive disturbances to mood alterations. Our expert editors ensure that content is evidence-based and clinically relevant, providing psychiatrists with the knowledge they need to address the neuropsychiatric aspects of encephalitis.
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Article
Neuropsychiatric Pediatric NMDA Receptor Encephalitis
August 17, 2017
Although psychiatric manifestations are one of the most common presentations of pediatric N-methyl-d-aspartate receptor encephalitis, there is a lack of studies that characterize psychiatric aspects of this disorder. This...
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Original Research
Global Research Trends in Community Psychiatry
June 2, 2026
This bibliometric analysis identifies the practice-relevant areas most emphasized in the “community psychiatry” literature (2015–2025), which clinicians can use to prioritize local quality improvement targets aligned with current service...
Commentary
Prescribing GLP-1 Receptor Agonists for Persons With Mental Disorders: Evidence-Based and Aspirational Targets
June 1, 2026
Evidence-based prescription of GLP-1 RAs in persons with serious mental illness and/or substance use disorders holds promise to improve their health and wellbeing and possibly reduce excess mortality.
Original Research
Routine Screening for Autoimmune Encephalitis
November 17, 2020
Autoimmune encephalitis (AE) is a highly treatable neurologic condition that can cause psychosis. This study estimated the cost-effectiveness of routine screening for AE compared with clinically targeted screening in...