Psychiatric care must be tailored to the unique needs of diverse populations. The Journal of Clinical Psychiatry recognizes the importance of understanding the cultural, socioeconomic, and demographic factors that influence mental health. Our expert editors curate content that explores the psychiatric challenges faced by specific populations, from the elderly and adolescents to minority groups and refugees. In an increasingly globalized world, our journal serves as a beacon for inclusive and culturally sensitive psychiatric care, ensuring every individual receives the attention they deserve.
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Recently published articles about Populations
Letter to the Editor
Dialectical Behavior Therapy for Misophonia in Adolescence
September 14, 2017
Misophonia, characterized by increased sensitivity to sound, results in intense emotional and behavioral responses to triggering auditory stimuli. Jenny is a 16-year-old girl with misophonia and social anxiety who...
Letter to the Editor
Graves' Disease and Psychosis in a Young Woman
August 31, 2017
The impact of thyroid disease on psychiatric symptoms is well-known but barely understood. A rare condition attracting increasing scientific interest is steroid responsive encephalopathy associated with autoimmune thyroiditis. The...
Original Research
Apathy Predicts Frailty in Older Adults
May 24, 2017
Apathy is increasingly prevalent as individuals age. Read this article to explore the relationship between apathy and markers of functional decline—specifically, slow gait, frailty, and disability—in older community-dwelling adults.
