Luming Li, Janet Gates, Arthur Westover, Joshua Hubregsen, Jennifer Perez, Annette Mancuso, Adam Brenner
{"title":"Supervision and Support for Advanced Practice Providers Entering Psychiatric Practice.","authors":"Luming Li, Janet Gates, Arthur Westover, Joshua Hubregsen, Jennifer Perez, Annette Mancuso, Adam Brenner","doi":"10.1007/s11920-025-01615-7","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s11920-025-01615-7","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose of the review: </strong>This review examines the role of advanced practice providers (APPs), such as nurse practitioners and physician assistants, in psychiatric practice and related supervision considerations.</p><p><strong>Recent findings: </strong>The number of psychiatric APPs has increased significantly in recent years, with data indicating substantial workforce expansion. APPs receive substantially fewer supervised clinical hours in training than psychiatrists. Current literature suggests that APPs report perceived feelings of inadequacy in their initial practice years, reinforcing the need for structured supervision and post-graduate training programs. Standardized best practices for APP supervision remain largely undefined. The authors critically examined recent literature related to APP practice in psychiatry and provide recommendations for a multi-tiered supervision model, ongoing competency assessments and quality monitoring, and organizational oversight to support successful integration of APPs into psychiatric practice. Future research and evaluation should focus on assessing the efficacy of supervision strategies and their impact on APP clinical outcomes.</p>","PeriodicalId":11057,"journal":{"name":"Current Psychiatry Reports","volume":" ","pages":"457-463"},"PeriodicalIF":5.5,"publicationDate":"2025-08-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144173018","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Clonidine for Management of Agitation in Delirious Patients.","authors":"Dustin C Rowland, Nicholas J Waldvogel","doi":"10.1007/s11920-025-01617-5","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s11920-025-01617-5","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":11057,"journal":{"name":"Current Psychiatry Reports","volume":" ","pages":"464-470"},"PeriodicalIF":5.5,"publicationDate":"2025-08-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12271234/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144339984","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Ashley de Marchena, Nicole Cuneo, Emine Gurbuz, Maci Brown, James Trujillo, Jennifer Bergstrom
{"title":"Communication in Autistic Adults: An Action-Focused Review.","authors":"Ashley de Marchena, Nicole Cuneo, Emine Gurbuz, Maci Brown, James Trujillo, Jennifer Bergstrom","doi":"10.1007/s11920-025-01616-6","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s11920-025-01616-6","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose of review: </strong>This review focuses on recent research (primarily published between 2020-2024) describing unique aspects of communication in autistic adults. We review research on communication-related outcomes, as well as four communication topics frequently cited as important to autistic people (literal and non-literal language, augmentative and alternative communication, nonverbal communication, and double empathy).</p><p><strong>Recent findings: </strong>A substantial proportion of autistic adults do not develop fluent language by adulthood. Autistic adults frequently experience communication barriers impacting relationships, employment, and health. These barriers arise from multiple sources (e.g., language, nonverbal communication, and unaccommodating environments and communication partners). Thus, it is essential to take a multifaceted approach to supporting autistic adults to ensure their communication success. We conclude that it is vital for clinicians and researchers to understand how autistic traits commonly manifest in adults and to accept and accommodate communication differences as they arise. To that end, we offer specific recommendations to help clinicians and researchers strengthen their interactions with the autistic people in their lives.</p>","PeriodicalId":11057,"journal":{"name":"Current Psychiatry Reports","volume":" ","pages":"471-481"},"PeriodicalIF":5.5,"publicationDate":"2025-08-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12271282/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144368648","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Hyungjin Kim, Emily C Han, Phoebe B Muntz, Joshua Kemp
{"title":"Virtual Reality in the Treatment of Anxiety-Related Disorders: A Review of the Innovations, Challenges, and Clinical Implications.","authors":"Hyungjin Kim, Emily C Han, Phoebe B Muntz, Joshua Kemp","doi":"10.1007/s11920-025-01624-6","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s11920-025-01624-6","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose of review: </strong>This review aims to examine the evolving literature on virtual reality (VR) technology in the treatment of anxiety-related disorders. We explore recent evidence across categories of anxiety-related disorders, focusing on the advantages and limitations of VR as a means of delivering exposure therapy. Finally, we propose recommendations for incorporating VR in current clinical practice and areas for future innovation.</p><p><strong>Recent findings: </strong>VR-based exposure therapy (VRET) is the dominant application of VR for anxiety-related disorders. Growing evidence shows that it is a well-accepted intervention that is superior to waitlist conditions, especially for phobias, social anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder; however, more investigation is needed into how VRET compares to conventional treatment modalities. Recent innovations include successful self-directed VRET programs, augmenting VRET with neuromodulation, and beginning exploration of therapeutic processes in the delivery of VRET. Notable limitations include limited comparison to standard treatment and lack of standardization of VRET protocol, which limits translatability. VRET shows promise in enhancing treatment models for anxiety-related disorders, but uniformization of software and delivery protocols will be a key next step.</p>","PeriodicalId":11057,"journal":{"name":"Current Psychiatry Reports","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":5.5,"publicationDate":"2025-07-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144658605","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Jason M Nagata, Jacqueline O Hur, Jonanne Talebloo, Seohyeong Lee, William W Choi, Sean J Kim, Jason M Lavender, Megan A Moreno
{"title":"Problematic Social Media Use Interventions for Mental Health Outcomes in Adolescents.","authors":"Jason M Nagata, Jacqueline O Hur, Jonanne Talebloo, Seohyeong Lee, William W Choi, Sean J Kim, Jason M Lavender, Megan A Moreno","doi":"10.1007/s11920-025-01619-3","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s11920-025-01619-3","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose of the review: </strong>To narratively review recent literature addressing interventions aimed at reducing detrimental mental health effects of problematic social media use (PSMU) among adolescents aged 10-20.</p><p><strong>Recent findings: </strong>The narrative review identified varying strengths and weaknesses of different types of interventions, which included therapy-based interventions (i.e., cognitive dissonance, self-compassion, mindfulness), media literacy, and social media limits. Moreover, features varied across interventions (i.e., duration, peer involvement, delivery format, setting). Programs that teach adolescents cognitive or behavioral strategies to engage with social media in a healthy manner appear to be more effective at improving long-term well-being than interventions that completely restrict social media use or warn adolescents of its negative effects. Tailoring interventions to the specific contextual factors salient to an individual or group may maximize the effectiveness and long-term impact of reducing PMSU and improving overall well-being. Future research should focus on longitudinal data to evaluate sustained intervention impacts.</p>","PeriodicalId":11057,"journal":{"name":"Current Psychiatry Reports","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":5.5,"publicationDate":"2025-07-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144636499","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Integrative Medicine for Patients with Diabetes and Mental Health Disorders: A Narrative Review.","authors":"Sameer Kassem, Noah Samuels, Eran Ben-Arye","doi":"10.1007/s11920-025-01623-7","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s11920-025-01623-7","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose of review: </strong>We review the literature on the interconnections between diabetes and mental health disorders, such as depression and anxiety, highlighting recent findings and potential integrative medicine (IM) interventions for improving patient care in individuals with both comorbidities.</p><p><strong>Recent findings: </strong>Underscore the bidirectional relationship between diabetes and depression, with each condition exacerbating the other with associated poorer clinical outcomes. Pathophysiological mechanisms like hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis dysregulation and chronic inflammation contribute significantly. IM approaches, including mind-body therapies, dietary modifications, and herbal medicine, show promise in enhancing both glycemic control and mental health well-being. IM offers a holistic, patient-centered approach potentially improving care for individuals with diabetes and mental health disorders. While evidence supports the efficacy of various integrative therapies, further rigorous research is needed to standardize these interventions and ensure their effective integration into conventional medical practice.</p>","PeriodicalId":11057,"journal":{"name":"Current Psychiatry Reports","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":5.5,"publicationDate":"2025-07-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144625576","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Expansion of Colleges' Legal Responsibilities Regarding Student Mental Health.","authors":"Stephanie A Rolin, Paul S Appelbaum","doi":"10.1007/s11920-025-01611-x","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s11920-025-01611-x","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose of the review: </strong>We review recently published literature about the mental health of college students, as well as current court cases litigating colleges' liability for student mental health and safety.</p><p><strong>Recent findings: </strong>College students experienced a dramatic increase in mental health symptoms during the early phase of the COVID-19 pandemic, with clinically significant increases in anxiety and depression. Meanwhile, in contrast to the past when colleges were mostly immune to liability for harm to students, a major shift occurred with the courts beginning to recognize colleges as having a legally defined \"special relationship\" to protect students from foreseeable harm. Recently, court cases in many states have expanded the circumstances under which colleges have a responsibility to protect students from themselves and from each other, and to foster students' mental health. The past few years have constituted a changing landscape for colleges with regard to their legal responsibilities related to student mental health. As college students experienced worsening mental health distress, recent court cases increased colleges' liability to ensure safety and create a supportive environment for students' mental health.</p>","PeriodicalId":11057,"journal":{"name":"Current Psychiatry Reports","volume":" ","pages":"450-455"},"PeriodicalIF":5.5,"publicationDate":"2025-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143977950","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Erika S Trent, Samantha X L Tan, Jessica Szu-Chi Cheng, Eric A Storch
{"title":"Involving Parents in the Management and Treatment of Youth Anxiety.","authors":"Erika S Trent, Samantha X L Tan, Jessica Szu-Chi Cheng, Eric A Storch","doi":"10.1007/s11920-025-01614-8","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s11920-025-01614-8","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose of review: </strong>Childhood anxiety disorders are impairing and chronic unless addressed early. While cognitive behavioral therapy with exposures has a strong evidence base, many youth continue to experience symptoms posttreatment. Enlisting parents may help improve the management and treatment of childhood anxiety.</p><p><strong>Recent findings: </strong>Parental factors that influence childhood anxiety include family accommodation, parental emotion socialization, parental overcontrol, and parental anxiety. The merits of involving parents in childhood anxiety treatment have been debated. However, when specific, empirically- and theoretically-informed mechanisms are targeted, parental involvement in treatment appears efficacious and holds promise to increase access to care. Clinicians should consider the child's presentation, treatment barriers, and family dynamics to guide decision-making. Researchers and clinicians should also be aware of stressors that parents themselves face, considering ways to help children via supporting parents with their own mental health concerns.</p>","PeriodicalId":11057,"journal":{"name":"Current Psychiatry Reports","volume":" ","pages":"441-449"},"PeriodicalIF":5.5,"publicationDate":"2025-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143987276","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Supporting Clinicians in Implementing Exposure Therapy for Anxiety and Related Disorders.","authors":"Hannah E Frank, Grace S Woodard, Ruben G Martinez","doi":"10.1007/s11920-025-01612-w","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s11920-025-01612-w","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose of review: </strong>Exposure therapy is the gold standard treatment for anxiety and related disorders. Despite its strong evidence, it is rarely delivered in routine clinical settings. A growing body of literature has identified factors that impede delivery of exposure therapy and strategies that can increase its use. This review of research from the past 5 years: (1) summarizes barriers to delivering exposure; (2) identifies evidence-based strategies to support clinicians in increasing their delivery of exposure; and (3) highlights emerging trends and challenges in supporting clinicians to use exposure.</p><p><strong>Recent findings: </strong>Barriers to delivering exposure occur at the clinician, client, and organizational levels. Clinician training and organizational policies need to directly address multi-level barriers to support clinicians in using exposure. Technology-related considerations (e.g., virtual reality, telehealth) should be considered and clinicians should receive support from others (e.g., bachelor's-level providers; family peer navigators) to address increasing rates of anxiety disorders.</p>","PeriodicalId":11057,"journal":{"name":"Current Psychiatry Reports","volume":" ","pages":"417-428"},"PeriodicalIF":5.5,"publicationDate":"2025-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143986256","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"mHealth Applications for Childhood Anxiety Disorders: Current Landscape, Challenges, and Future Directions.","authors":"Cigdem Sari Ozturk, Kadriye Demir","doi":"10.1007/s11920-025-01613-9","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s11920-025-01613-9","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose of review: </strong>We review the literature on mHealth applications for childhood anxiety disorders, highlighting current use, limitations, and future directions.</p><p><strong>Recent findings: </strong>Although mHealth apps targeting childhood anxiety disorders have recently increased, most have not been evaluated for clinical effectiveness, data security, or quality standards. Many apps do not contain scientifically based content and do not adequately incorporate the principles of exposure-based cognitive behavioral therapy. In addition, many apps have significant deficiencies in age-appropriateness, data security, privacy, cultural sensitivity, and accessibility. Limitations remain in terms of the standards for evaluating apps in pediatric populations. While interest in mHealth applications for childhood anxiety disorders is increasing, more research is needed to develop effective, safe, and age-appropriate digital interventions. Priorities include scientific grounding, privacy, equitable access, gamification, and parental involvement. Studies in this direction will increase the quality of applications and strengthen equality in access to mental health services.</p>","PeriodicalId":11057,"journal":{"name":"Current Psychiatry Reports","volume":" ","pages":"429-440"},"PeriodicalIF":5.5,"publicationDate":"2025-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12167330/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143962062","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}