Robert Klitzman, MD, professor of psychiatry, addresses the ethical and health concerns that must be considered in tackling the obesity epidemic and broader public health challenges.
A Columbia study shows a simple smell test and memory exam can predict cognitive decline as accurately as costly brain imaging, offering a more affordable and accessible way to assess dementia.
This year’s Eric D. Hadar Distinguished Lecture will take place on November 18th, 2020 with Dr. Dorothy Hatsukami, who will present, “Tobacco Harm Reduction: Controversies and a Path Forward.”
"Turning off the microphone works for movie stars and celebrities at the Oscars. In this instance, it could benefit the world," writes Dr. Robert Klitzman.
“Although family rejection is the biggest contributor to homelessness among LGBTQ youth, other factors, such as poverty, can contribute,” says Dr. Jeffrey Cohen.
"Interrupters typically take into account the social context and disrupt speakers more when they have less of a prior relationship of respect or feel they have more power," writes Dr. Robert Klitzman.
"People across political divides believe that leaders from the opposite side pose a significant threat to their way of life and the well-being of the country as a whole," says Dr. Jeffrey Cohen.
“V.I.P. syndrome occurs when a celebrity or otherwise well-connected ‘very important person’ receives a level of care not available to the average patient,” wrote Dr. Robert Klitzman.
“People who receive inpatient care for a mental illness have much lower rates of following up with treaters in the community after discharge, which is alarming,” said Dr. Thomas E. Smith.
This three-day, global event will virtually bring together leaders in policing, experts in resilience research, and prominent practitioners in resilience and wellbeing practices.