Editor's Letter

Eric Hollander, MD

Mount Sinai School of Medicine

In the "Editor's Letter," each month's topic and articles are reviewed and summarized.

Pearls in Clinical Neuroscience

Dan J. Stein, MD, PhD

University of Cape Town

“Pearls in Clinical Neuroscience” focuses on the nexus of neurology and psychiatry. It is a review of one or more case studies where mental health issues crossover between neurology and psychiatry. Included with the report is a review of the available data and the history of the given topic.

Trends in Psychopharmacology

Stephen M. Stahl, MD, PhD

University of California-San Diego

This column covers important and emerging areas from the field of psychopharmacology in a format that will be brief, and hopefully understandable. Topics include what is new, “hot,” controversial, or informative in the field, and, of course, suggestions for future columns are always welcome.

Brain Regions of Interest

Michael Trimble, MD, FRCP, FRPsych, editor

Institute of Neurology, Queen Square

In this column series, edited by Dr. Trimble, contributors discuss specific anatomical structures along with their main afferent and efferent connections and some comments on their function in regards to behaviors as it is understood at the present time.

Brain Stimulation

Stefano Pallanti, MD, PhD, and Thomas E. Schlaepfer, MD

The Mount Sinai School of Medicine; and University of Bonn

“Brain Stimulation" synthesizes the practical applications of the latest brain stimulation techniques and relates these findings to new understandings in neuropsychiatry.

The Well-Rounded Brain

Uriel Halbriech, MD

State University of New York at Buffalo

This column systematically and critically reviews the evidence and myths of complementary and alternative medicine.

Grand Rounds

Various

This section consists of presentations and discussions of case reports integral to the improvement of clinical practice.

In Session

Interviews with Norman Sussman, MD

New York University School of Medicine

In Session features interviews on various topics in the field.

Interactive Case Conference

David L. Dunner, MD, FACP

University of Washington

“Interactive Case Conference” focuses on single case reports of individuals with psychiatric disorders. After a brief review of the case, a mental health status exam is presented, accompanied by treatment and diagnosis questions directed at physicians and clinicians. These readers are encouraged to respond with their opinions and possible options. This column is presented as a practical means to further enhance understanding of a given disease, its onset, course, and therapy.