Global Psychiatrists

08/03/2026

New research has identified three biologically distinct ADHD types linked to genetics and treatment response.

Read our coverage of the study via the link in the comments.

08/03/2026

Dravet syndrome is one of the most severe forms of childhood epilepsy. Seizures begin in
infancy, resist most treatments, and can be life-threatening. Parents have had very few options.
Now an experimental drug called zorevunersen is showing extraordinary results. In clinical trials,
it reduced seizures by up to 91% while also improving quality of life for many of the children.
The drug works by targeting the underlying genetic cause of the condition, not just managing
symptoms.
For families who have spent years watching their children suffer through dozens of seizures a
day, this could be genuinely life-changing.
Source: ScienceDaily, March 2026
Shared for informational purposes only. Consult a medical professional for health advice.

07/03/2026

📣 We are supporting Professor Rohit Shankar MBE for Chair of the Faculty of Psychiatry of Intellectual Disability, Royal College of Psychiatrists.

🧠 Professor of Neuropsychiatry | Associate Dean RCPsych | MBE for services to the learning disability community

📅 Election ballot opens 18th March
🗳 Register now to receive your vote and review his manifesto:
👉 members.rcpsych.ac.uk/Account/Login?ReturnUrl=%2FFaculty

05/03/2026

FTD often presents differently from Alzheimer’s disease. Do you know the red flags? This CME program reviews FTD pathophysiology, genetic considerations, and when specialty referral is warranted.

▶️ https://bit.ly/3NVSrvO

05/03/2026

Autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD) is the most common genetic cause of chronic kidney disease.

Screening and management of potentially serious complications are important elements of a care plan.

A new Review focuses on current approaches to diagnosis, risk assessment, treatment, and management in ADPKD 👉 http://spkl.io/6183AafUH

📊 Figure: Conservative management for all patients with ADPKD.

05/03/2026

A single 10-minute intravenous infusion of the psychedelic dimethyltryptamine (DMT) with psychological support led to a statistically significant reduction in depressive symptoms.

Results of a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled phase 2a study of adults with moderate-to-severe major depressive disorder (MDD).

The antidepressant effects were observed as early as 1 week following the session and, in some cases, lasted for up to 3 months. https://mdsc.pe/4aKGAIL

24/02/2026

R.I.P. Mike and thanks a lot appreciating the "Global Psychiatrists" whatsappp group 6 years ago, when it just started. Love you forever 🙏

17/02/2026

https://www.rcpsych.ac.uk/about-us/our-people-and-how-we-make-decisions/elections/president-elections/our-2026-candidates-for-president

Meet the three candidates running to become the next College President.

09/02/2026

> Nobel Prize for Autophagy — The Science Behind the Viral Post (2026)

> This image recirculates the discovery of Dr. Yoshinori Ohsumi, 2016 Nobel Laureate who revealed the mechanisms of **autophagy** — the process by which cells degrade and recycle damaged components. While popular health posts link it to fasting and metabolism, current literature highlights its major role in brain function,neurodegeneration, and psychiatric disorders.

> **Recent insights:**
🧠 Autophagy influences synaptic pruning and neuroplasticity, relevant to mood and cognitive processes (Zhou et al., Nat Rev Neurosci, 2025).

> ⚡ Disrupted autophagy is implicated in **major depressive disorder** and **schizophrenia**, with therapeutic implications via mTOR and AMPK modulation (Patel et al., *Mol Psychiatry*, 2026).

> 🧬 Lifestyle factors — including intermittent fasting and circadian rhythm stabilization — are being studied as **adjunctive strategies** to enhance neuronal resilience.

> A timely reminder that cellular housekeeping and mental health are more interconnected than ever.

08/02/2026

Don't regret later on for not exercising your right to vote as a Member of Rcpsych UK. This is your chance to choose your own president.

08/02/2026

🛡️ Standing Up Against Retaliation: Defending the Right to Speak Up

I chose to speak up when it mattered most — making a **protected disclosure in good faith** to safeguard patients’ health, safety, and dignity. Instead of being heard, I now face **severe legal retaliation** for doing what was right.

This fight is not just about me. It is about **every doctor, nurse, and healthcare professional** who dares to raise concerns when patient safety is at risk. It is about defending the **fundamental right to speak truth to power**, protecting **whistleblowers**, and ensuring **transparency and accountability** within our healthcare system.

After over 20 years of dedicated service to the NHS, I never imagined that standing up for patients would come at such a personal cost. Yet here I am — battling a system that too often seeks to silence, isolate, or discredit those who put patient welfare first.

The legal process is complex and expensive, but this cause is too important to abandon. I am determined to fight not only for my own justice but also to set a precedent that protects future whistleblowers from intimidation and retaliation.

Every contribution — no matter the size — helps fund my legal defense and keeps this vital issue in the public eye. Your support strengthens the message that honesty, integrity, and patient safety must never be punished.

Together, we can help ensure that no healthcare professional is ever gagged for putting patients first.

🔗 Donate here: https://gofund.me/dc8aca35a

Thank you for standing with me.