Mental Health

PTSD: Increase screening and treatment

Many nurse practitioners (NPs) provide care in medically underserved areas, some in one of the more than 1,400 free clinics throughout the United States.…

Build your emotional intelligence

In a dynamic world flooded with resources aimed at refining leadership capabilities, the challenge lies in discerning which genuinely contributes to effective leadership. Simon…

Nurse burnout

The nursing profession requires comprehensive and multifaceted strategies to combat burnout. Leadership training and adequate staffing can help address the issue, but they’re not…

From stigma to support

Nurses experience higher rates of mental health issues than other professions, with suicide, substance abuse, and depression rates nearly double those of other fields.…

Top post-pandemic global health concerns

The WHO remains concerned about several global health issues, but its focus has shifted since the COVID-19 pandemic. The coronavirus and its consequences have…

Rethinking schizophrenia care

Moving beyond “one-size-fits-all” Sponsored and supplied to American Nurse Journal by Bristol Myers Squibb. Content has been reviewed by ANJ editorial staff but is…

Acute dystonic reaction

Acute dystonic reactions, movement disturban­ces, fall under the umbrella of extrapyramidal side effects. They’re associated with medications (including antipsychotics and antiemetics) that mediate dopamine.

Simulation: Preparing for workplace violence

Workplace violence (WPV) in healthcare remains a serious concern, and most healthcare workers will experience violence committed by patients. The National Institute for Occupational…

Making peace with imperfection

I’ve felt fear and shame at the idea of my colleagues knowing that I struggle with my mental health. How would they react if…

Virtual reality: Treating pain and anxiety

Virtual reality technology offers a cost-effective, low-risk intervention to treat pain or anxiety in pediatric and adult populations. Using visual, tactile, and auditory stimuli…

Build your emotional intelligence

In a dynamic world flooded with resources aimed at refining leadership capabilities, the challenge lies in discerning which genuinely contributes to effective…

Nurse burnout

The nursing profession requires comprehensive and multifaceted strategies to combat burnout. Leadership training and adequate staffing can help address the issue, but…

From stigma to support

Nurses experience higher rates of mental health issues than other professions, with suicide, substance abuse, and depression rates nearly double those of…

Rethinking schizophrenia care

Moving beyond “one-size-fits-all” Sponsored and supplied to American Nurse Journal by Bristol Myers Squibb. Content has been reviewed by ANJ editorial staff…

Acute dystonic reaction

Acute dystonic reactions, movement disturban­ces, fall under the umbrella of extrapyramidal side effects. They’re associated with medications (including antipsychotics and antiemetics) that…

Making peace with imperfection

I’ve felt fear and shame at the idea of my colleagues knowing that I struggle with my mental health. How would they…

Test Your Knowledge

Cannabis TYK

Which of the following best explains why clinicians face challenges in discussing medicinal marijuana with their patients?

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