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ADHD: A Beginner's Guide - Forbes

ADHD: A Beginner's GuideForbesAccording to the most recent American Psychiatric Association's (APA) Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM-5), ADHD is prevalent in 5% of children and 2.5% of adults.

American Psychiatric Association Gets First Black President - Jet Magazine

American Psychiatric Association Gets First Black President  Jet MagazineThis week the American Psychiatric Association (APA) announced a president-elect that signals a first in the association's 173 year history. Dr. Altha Stewart, an ...

Metro Briefs - The Daily Iowan

The Daily IowanMetro BriefsThe Daily IowanA number of organiz

OpEd: A Checkup for the President? - MedPage Today

OpEd: A Checkup for the President?MedPage TodayDue to the American Psychiatric Association's "Goldwater Rule", it's considered unethical for physicians to diagnose a public figure without first examining the patient.

​Bill to Protect LGBTQ Youth from “Conversion Therapy” Moves Through New Mexico Senate Committee - Human Rights Campaign (blog)

​Bill to Protect LGBTQ Youth from “Conversion Therapy” Moves Through New Mexico Senate CommitteeHuman Rights Campaign (blog)Use of these dangerous practices lead to depression, decreased self-esteem, substance abuse, homelessness, and even suicidal behavior and is condemned by the American Psychiatric

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