Study finds suicide rates among adolescents continues to increase. 'As social media became a primary area of teenage communication, that is when there was an increase in mood disorders, depression and suicide.

Economic downturns that strained families during the years covered

You won't want to miss this year's meeting! Register today - registration rates go up on April 1st! associationdatabase.com/aws/OPPA/pt/sp…

Congratulations, OPPA member, Megan Testa, MD, DFAPA, for all you have done to achieve the honored status of Distinguished Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association!

Congratulations, OPPA member, Michael Schottenstein, MD for all you have done to achieve the honored status of Distinguished Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association!

Register today! You won't want to miss this one!
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As recently reported in Healio, 'a greater daily intake of sugar in people's diets was associated with a higher prevalence of depression. As we celebrate Valentine's Day, let's be mindful of our sugar intake and consider alternative ways to celebrate. healio.com/news/primary-c…

Don't forget about loving yourself on this Valentine's Day!

APA Virtual Program: Eating Disorders - Early Diagnosis for Better Prognosis. December 14 at Noon, Eastern time. psychiatry-org.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

APA free course for members: Treatments for Bipolar Depression. psychiatry.org/psychiatrists/…

As reported by the American Psychiatric Association, a study in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine highlights relationship between alcohol, suicide, and firearms. alert.psychnews.org/2023/12/study-…

The Hill reports overdose deaths among pregnant and postpartum women nearly tripled between 2018 and 2021, according to a study from the National Institutes of Health (NIH). thehill.com/policy/healthc…

PRMS' webinar for residents, fellows, and early career psychiatrists, Psych-cess: Diversity in Psychiatry, is available at PRMS.com/Psych-cess and features a panel of experts discussing their unique experiences studying and practicing psychiatry.

Give back to your favorite mental health organization this fall with PRMS! For every colleague you refer to PRMS this October, a $100 donation will be made to the organization of your choice, including the OPPF! Learn more at PRMS.com/Refer.

Suicide is complicated and tragic, but it is preventable. Being aware of the warning signs of suicide and knowing how to help can be lifesaving. Learn the signs that could indicate someone needs help: samhsa.gov/mental-health/… #SPM23 #SuicidePreventionWeek #BeThere

Seniors who sit for more than 10 hours a day are at higher risk for dementia study finds. consumer.healthday.com/dementia-26650…

OPPA will hold its Annual Psychiatric Update on Apr 22-23 @ the Marriott in Columbus, OH Make plans to attend the OPPF social event and silent auction on Sat. evening! Be like Altha Stewart, M.D. and have a great time with your winning bids! Wish you were joining us Dr Stewart!!

Thank you, Supporters of OPPA's Annual Psychiatric Update on April 22-23 Professional Risk Management Services, BioXcel Therapeutics (Nasdaq: BTAI) and Neurocrine Biosciences! #OPPA2023
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Thank you to OPPA's psychiatric physicians who joined us in Columbus yesterday for OPPA's Advocacy Day at the Statehouse! You make all the difference in advocating on behalf of your patients and your profession!

Ted Lasso cast members visit the White House to promote mental health awareness. Actor Jason Sudekikis talked about the importance of checking in often with friends, family and co-workers to ask how they're doing and listen sincerely.

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