UF Department of Psychiatry

08/08/2025

It’s not just you—your SSRI might be making you sweat. 🧠💦 In a recent Women's Health article, Dr. Ludmila De Faria explains why this side effect happens and what you can do about it. From adjusting your dose to switching meds, there are options—and understanding the biology behind it is the first step. Read more below.

08/05/2025

See how the McKnight Brain Institute of the University of Florida is empowering investigators and driving forward the mission to improve lives through groundbreaking neuroscience research and education. This year’s Impact Report also shines a spotlight on several UF Department of Psychiatry's outstanding faculty and trainees whose work is making a meaningful impact. bit.ly/MBI2025

The 2025 MBI Impact Report is here! 🎉

Discover how we're empowering MBI investigators and advancing our mission to enhance lives through neuroscience research and education.

Read it here 👉 bit.ly/MBI2025

08/04/2025

Dr. Ana Turner and her colleagues break down Long-Acting Injectable Antipsychotics (LAIs) to help primary care providers feel more confident using them.

They highlight key clinical tips and compare commonly used LAIs to support decision-making in real-world practice. Learn more:
https://psychiatry.ufl.edu/2025/07/25/research-spotlight-ana-turner-md/

07/30/2025

Congratulations Ashton!

07/29/2025

Cannabis use is rising among older adults — but how does it affect memory and cognition? 🧠🌿

A new study from McKnight Brain Institute of the University of Florida researchers, Dr. Jennifer Bizon and Dr. Barry Setlow, investigates the effects of cannabis smoke and oral THC on memory in aging rats.

Does cannabis help or harm memory in older age? A new study in rats suggests the answer is complex. Researchers found THC’s effects depended on s*x and delivery method, improving working memory in some cases while impairing it in others.

07/28/2025

New to UF or back for the fall? 🍂📚Don’t forget about the UF Counseling & Wellness Center your go-to resource for support all year!

From individual counseling sessions to group workshops, outreach events, and wellness seminars, the CWC is here to help you thrive. 💙💬

Learn more: https://counseling.ufl.edu/services/

Welcome back, Gators! As the new semester approaches, we want to remind everyone that mental health deserves priority alongside academics. The UF Counseling and Wellness Center (CWC) provides FREE, CONFIDENTIAL mental health services to all enrolled UF students.

🆘 CRISIS SUPPORT: Call us 24/7 at (352) 392-1575 or visit Peabody Hall (4th Floor) for weekday walk-in appointments.

👥 GROUP THERAPY: Join one of our 30+ therapy groups covering topics from anxiety management to belonging. Group offers different benefits than individual counseling, allowing you to connect with peers and gain multiple perspectives on your challenges.

🌿 WELLNESS OUTREACH: Participate in daily wellness workshops including convenient drop-in workshops between classes or after tough exams. Whether you need a mindfulness break, stress relief, or want to build daily wellness habits, check our workshops and events calendar each week to find sessions that fit your schedule!!

🤝 CASE MANAGEMENT: Get help connecting to resources both on and off campus, navigating insurance, and receiving support for complex needs.

Learn more at [counseling.ufl.edu] or schedule your Consultation appointment to get started!

07/25/2025

Now that you know our new UF Health Florida Recovery Center location is open… we bet you’re curious to see what it looks like 👀

Check out these behind-the-scenes photos of the new campus—featuring brand-new patient apartments and refreshed administrative spaces—all thanks to the amazing team at FRC and UF Health!

We’re officially moved in, settled, and continuing to provide compassionate, evidence-based care.

If you or a loved one needs help with a substance use disorder, don’t wait. Call 352-265-4372 to learn more. 💙

07/25/2025

Dr. Lisa Merlo and her postdoc Dr. Cristiana Araujo evaluated a new su***de risk screening program in Florida’s Physician Health Program.

Results show su***de risk among physicians—especially female physicians and those with psychiatric diagnoses—decreased over time during monitoring.

Their work highlights how PHPs can play a vital role in su***de prevention and physician recovery.

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Implementation of Structured Su***de Risk Screening in a State Physician Health Monitoring Program Lisa Merlo, PhD, MPE Cristiana Araujo, PhD Published in: Archives of Su***de Research Read more: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40515688/ What’s This Study About? Physician su***de is a significant ...

07/24/2025

The lab of Dr. Amanda Elton studies why some people are more vulnerable to addiction and examines whether improving attention deficits could reduce addiction severity.

07/24/2025

Dr. Carol Mathews was recently interviewed by the UF Genetics Institute and Graduate Program about how her research is reshaping how we understand and treat mental health.

From to , her work is changing the field.

07/23/2025

Congrats Dr. Lingappa!

07/17/2025

🔬 Meet Dr. Paola Giusti-Rodriguez, UF Department of Psychiatry researcher working to uncover the genetic roots of psychiatric and neurodevelopmental disorders like autism and schizophrenia. 🧠

She’s the latest McKnight Brain Institute of the University of Florida Researcher Highlight!

📖 Learn more: bit.ly/457XGP6

Our latest MBI Researcher Highlight features Dr. Paola Giusti-Rodriguez, a University of Florida assistant professor of psychiatry who studies genetic psychiatric disorders and neurodevelopmental disorders. An investigator with UF’s Center for OCD, Anxiety and Related Disorders, Giusti-Rodriguez hopes to advance understanding of conditions including autism and schizophrenia.

Learn more: bit.ly/457XGP6