A case study in ADHD. My son, Zahir, is 9 years old and diagnosed with ADHD. Last week in school, he and his classmates had to […]

I wrote this blog for the ACLU on the use of Solitary Confinement and the effect it has had on my brother, who has been imprisoned […]

The Psychiatric Times published a compelling commentary by Douglas A. Kramer, MD regarding NY Solitary Confinement Reform efforts.  He asserts that "it defines who we are."  […]

Earlier this month, Governor Andrew M. Cuomo and Legislative Leaders announced an agreement on a bill that will establish a medical marijuana program for New York […]

July 2014 marks the beginning of the American Psychiatric Association's (APA) Diversity Mental Health Month.  The organization deems the month as a time to bring attention […]

Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) has long been used for illnesses such as Parkinson's and Alzheimer's. Read this incredible account of Brett Larsen who is experience a […]

In the United States, where a person lives determines the kind of health care available and the length and quality of life a person is likely […]

It's a long title for a blog, I know, but I couldn't figure out a way to pare it down without losing meaning. My oldest son, […]

This is an interesting example of how objective scientific results can be reported sensationally in the news. A study finds and simply states that the parts […]