Epilepsy, characterized by recurrent seizures, is a neurological disorder with significant psychiatric implications. From mood disturbances to cognitive challenges, understanding the broader impact of epilepsy is crucial. The Journal of Clinical Psychiatry provides comprehensive insights into the psychiatric aspects of epilepsy, offering evidence-based therapeutic approaches and the latest research findings. Our expert editors ensure content is actionable and holistic, aiding psychiatrists in offering comprehensive care to individuals with epilepsy.
Epilepsy
Recently published articles about Epilepsy
Case Report
ECT for Catatonia With NPSLE, Epilepsy, and Cerebral Palsy
July 25, 2024
An 18-year-old patient with neuropsychiatric systemic lupus erythematosus, epilepsy, and cerebral palsy who developed benzodiazepine-refractory catatonia and immunosuppression experienced complete resolution of symptoms after 20 ECT treatments.
Clinical and Practical Psychopharmacology
Epilepsy, Antiepileptic Drugs, and Adverse Pregnancy Outcomes, 2: Major Congenital Malformations
July 3, 2024
This article reviews evidence from a large registry, a population-based study, and a meta-analysis on the risks of major congenital malformation with untreated epilepsy and with exposure to antiepileptic...
Clinical and Practical Psychopharmacology
Epilepsy, Antiepileptic Drugs, and Adverse Pregnancy Outcomes, 1: Recent Research
June 5, 2024
This article provides women who have epilepsy and who use antiepileptic drugs during pregnancy with information about the many risks to which they and their fetus/neonate are exposed at...
Recent JCP Articles on Epilepsy
Editorial
Practice Relevance as the North Star: A Message From the Editor
February 26, 2026
Dr Culpepper, Editor in Chief, outlines manuscript selection criteria for the PCC, prioritizing clinical relevance to primary care and frontline psychiatric settings, and thanks peer reviewers for their service.
Recent PCC Articles on Epilepsy
Podcast
How Sleep Issues Show Up in Psychiatric Practice with Dr. Avinesh Bhar, CEO of SLIIIP
February 24, 2026
Sleep medicine specialist Dr. Avinesh Bhar discusses how sleep-disordered breathing drives psychiatric and cardiometabolic morbidity, the clinical case for integrating sleep evaluation into mental health care, and how home...
Featured Epilepsy Research
Case Report
Oral Glutamatergic Modulation with Dextromethorphan and Piracetam for Refractory Bipolar Disorder With OCD
February 23, 2026
Three patients with combined bipolar disorder and OCD experienced remission of depressive, anxious, and obsessive-compulsive symptoms after piracetam was added to dextromethorphan.
Original Research
Validation of the APREMDI Scale for Brazilian Portuguese
February 19, 2026
The APREMDI scale allows clinicians to quantitatively assess patients’ perceptions of respect and dignity during hospitalization, helping to identify subtle dignity violations that may compromise recovery and satisfaction.
