KXLY.com | February 2, 2022
Washington lawmakers will consider legalizing the use of psilocybin to treat various illnesses like PTSD and depression. Nathan Sackett, MD, MS, RN, told the committee: "Evidence currently suggests that psilocybin, when given in a controlled environment under the care of a provider, may significantly reduce symptoms of depression, anxiety, trauma and a range of substance abuse disorders."
Department news | January 31, 2022
Our dear friend and colleague Nancy Grote, PhD, passed away last month at the age of 78. Nancy was a wise, generous, and open-hearted human being who always put the needs of others ahead of her own. She was adored as much for her warmth and kindness as for her many significant academic contributions. She is survived […]
Department news | January 31, 2022
The Garvey Institute for Brain Health Solutions reached a milestone by holding its first Annual Meeting.
Department news | January 31, 2022
In response to the COVID pandemic, the Behavioral Health Institute’s Training, Workforce and Policy Innovation Center (BHI-TWP) was asked to provide technical assistance to support community-based and publicly funded behavioral health providers across the State of Washington as they quickly pivoted to providing behavioral health services over telehealth.
Department news | January 31, 2022
The Northwest Mental Health Technology Transfer Center (MHTTC) co-directed by Lydia Chwastiak, MD, MPH, and Christina Clayton, LICSW, CDP, is in its 4th year developing and disseminating Evidence-Based Practices for Psychosis (Area of Focus).
Psychiatry News | January 31, 2022
While many clinical studies have been conducted virtually—a trend that some say is likely to outlast the COVID-19 pandemic—the study of CORE took remote one step further by limiting staff involvement with the study participants to tech support only. Dror Ben-Zeev, PhD, is quoted.
UW Daily | January 25, 2022
Seasonal depression, also known as seasonal affective disorder (SAD), is something many of us know about, and it turns out that it can be easier to treat than previously thought. Kristen Lindgren, PhD, explains the biology of seasonal depression and what can be done about it.
KUOW | January 25, 2022
What can parents and schools do to help gender diverse youth? And what does affirming trans and non-binary youth look like? Amy Curtis, MD, is interviewed on "Soundside." [Interview begins with 11:48 left in the program]
Mary Christie Institute | January 24, 2022
Jason Kilmer, PhD, talks about what the early data show on substance use patterns, including binge drinking and cannabis use, over the last two years and how to interpret it.
The Spokesman-Review | January 20, 2022
Shorter days and longer nights can bring on the winter blues or seasonal mood changes. You’re a bit down, extra tired, less motivated – unless it’s food – and you want to eat more. Ramanpreet Toor, MD, offers some advice.
