Patient Care is at the heart of psychiatry. It encompasses the holistic approach to understanding, diagnosing, and treating individuals with mental health challenges. The Journal of Clinical Psychiatry emphasizes the importance of compassionate, evidence-based care, offering insights into best practices, therapeutic relationships, and patient-centered approaches. Our expert editors curate content that underscores the significance of empathy, communication, and understanding in the therapeutic process, ensuring optimal outcomes for patients.
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Recently published articles about Patient Care
Brief Report
Assessing Capacity in Psychiatric Patients With Acute Medical Illness Who Refuse Care
November 27, 2014
Drs Tunzi and Spike present 3 cases that demonstrate the difficulty of assessing medical decision-making capacity in patients with psychiatric illness who are refusing care, highlighting the role of...
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Twelve-Month Prospective Randomized Study of Pharmacists Utilizing Point-Of-Care Testing for Metabolic Syndrome and Related Conditions in Subjects Prescribed Antipsychotics
October 15, 2014
To address the gaps in metabolic monitoring, a prospective study of 120 subjects was conducted in three community mental health settings to primarily see if point-of-care testing of lipids,...
