Tensions among healthcare professionals are escalating as physician assistants seek increased responsibilities and a name change to "physician associates," while concerns about the aging physician workforce highlight the necessity for cognitive decline testing among older clinicians, a practice often met with resistance.
The complexity of living with dissociative identity disorder, one of psychiatry's most misunderstood diagnoses, is explored through a professional's dedicated study, offering profound insights into the personal journey of understanding a mental health condition.
The passing of Morris Waxler, a former FDA official, brings to light the evolving understanding of medical device safety, specifically regarding his initial approval of Lasik eye surgery and subsequent warnings about its potential harms.
A long-term study indicates that close relationships with family members during teenage years significantly predict a rich network of friendships in adulthood, underscoring the impact of parental bonds on future social well-being.