Parental Alienation Syndrome: A Serious Form of Psychological Child Abuse

Parental alienation syndrome (PAS) is increasingly recognized as a significant form of psychological child abuse that occurs primarily in the context of child custody disputes. It involves the systematic “programming” of a child by one parent (the alienating parent) to denigrate and reject the other parent (the targeted parent) without justification16. Definition and Recognition Parental…

Medication Error in Mental Health: Implications for Primary Care

Medication errors represent a significant patient safety concern across healthcare settings, with people experiencing mental health problems being particularly vulnerable. Primary care providers play a crucial role in improving medication safety for this population, as they often serve as the main point of contact for many patients with mental illness. Unique Vulnerabilities Patients with mental…

A few mental health questions for discussion – 2025

A few mental health questions for discussion – 2025

Ever wondered how to start a real conversation about mental health? Not just the “how are you?” (fine) exchange we’ve all mastered, but the kind of talk that actually helps someone… or yourself? Let’s face it – mental health convos can be awkward. 😬 But they’re also incredibly powerful when done right. I’m going to…

That unfortunate time my psychiatric patient ran away…

I was a therapist for some years at a locked behavioral health facility in the Mid-South. Let us call it “Happy Landings.” There were 6 units, each with a particular focus, and one of those focuses was the Acute Crisis Stabilization Unit (adult, psychiatric). I recall a situation in which a gentleman receiving care for…

Coffee and Mental Health: The Good, Bad, and Ugly

Coffee and Mental Health: The Good, Bad, and Ugly

Coffee isn’t just a morning ritual—it’s the world’s most socially acceptable addiction. Over 2 billion cups are consumed daily around the globe. While we’ve all experienced the blissful alertness after that first sip, how exactly does our daily brew affect what’s happening upstairs? 👆 Let’s dive into coffee’s complicated relationship with our mental health—the good,…