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Evidence for normalization effects of medication for opioid use disorder on functional connectivity in neonates with prenatal opioid exposure

July 15, 2022
Compared with non-exposed infants, neonates with prenatal opioid exposure demonstrated altered functional resting state connectivity in multiple brain circuits, beyond changes associated with prenatal exposure to other substances, particularly in reward-related frontal-sensory connections. Medication for opioid use disorder (MOUD) during pregnancy significantly reduced these alterations, particularly in limbic and frontal...

Clinician factors related to the delivery of psychotherapy for autistic youth and youth with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder

July 15, 2022
Youth on the autism spectrum often face difficulties accessing mental health services. In this study, we found that clinicians reported feeling less intent on providing therapy to autistic youth compared to youth with ADHD because of differences in their attitudes, social pressures, and knowledge.

Congratulations Dr. Michael Zarzar, winner of the 2022 NAMI Exemplary Psychiatrist Award!

July 13, 2022

July: Minority Mental Health Month Blog

July 13, 2022

Welcome Brittany Brown, ATC to our Wakebrook Team!

July 7, 2022

Christine Peat, PhD, director of the National Center of Excellence for Eating Disorders at UNC-Chapel Hill, led the creation of this easy-to-use, digital eating disorder screening tool. It is free and available to all primary care clinicians.

July 6, 2022

Echo Meyer, PhD writes for our June Diversity and Advocacy Monthly Blog

June 30, 2022

Chair, Dr. Meltzer-Brody speaks with News & Observer about her work to transform mental health care for women during pregnancy and postpartum

June 28, 2022

Congratulations Dr. Brad Gaynes on becoming a Distinguished Life Fellow with the American Psychiatric Association. He joins an elite group of psychiatrists who have demonstrated steadfast commitment to their profession.

June 24, 2022

Congratulations to our wonderful residents and fellows on their graduation! Being a resident during this time certainly wasn’t easy. We are proud of them and know they will go on to do great things! Class of 2022🎓

June 23, 2022