New Jersey Psychiatric Association

New Jersey Psychiatric Association Advocate. Empower. Connect. The New Jersey Psychiatric Association (NJPA) was founded in 1935.

It is the American Psychiatric Association (APA) District Branch for the State of New Jersey, and has over 850 members.

New research in the American Journal of Psychiatry has shown that potentially combining escitalopram with one of two spe...
06/03/2026

New research in the American Journal of Psychiatry has shown that potentially combining escitalopram with one of two specific brain stimulation interventions - transcranial magnetic simulation (TMS) and electoconvulsive therapy (ECT) - can be considered effective in decreasing suicidal ideation. The analysis showed that in studies where only the intervention was utilized, only ECT was considered better than sham trials. In studies where both medication and the intervention were utilized, TMS was found to be effective as well. Given the struggles of patients with suicidal ideation to find improvement at times even with medication trials, this research shows a promising path to patient treatment.

Read more at https://alert.psychnews.org/ect-and-tms/escitalopram-combo-found-effective-for-suicidal-ideation?utm_campaign=13476383-Psychiatric%20News%20Alert&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz--Pu6DorygctcljUAeMbSt61TUxPhhawMCgRGk8qCI0edVVBQeBNptAeRcZ2u_1R3ADBKwYYIjpu-IJFJEACP39V5MtTw&_hsmi=414369481&utm_content=414369481&utm_source=hs_email

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The American Psychiatric Association Annual Meeting was filled with memorable moments for NJPA members! 1/6. NJPA member...
06/01/2026

The American Psychiatric Association Annual Meeting was filled with memorable moments for NJPA members!

1/6. NJPA members surprise then APA President and NJPA's own, Theresa Miskimen-Rivera, MD.
2/6. The APA Assembly presents Randall Gurak, MD, with the Ronald A. Shellow Award in recognition of his exceptional, long-term service that went far beyond standard Assembly expectations.
3/6. American Psychiatric Association Foundation presents Debra Koss, MD with The Agnes Purcell McGavin Award for Distinguished Career Achievement in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.
4/6. NJPA's President, Lauren Kaplan, MD celebrates achieving DFAPA status at APA Convocation of Distinguished Fellows.
5/6. NJPA's Vice President, Sonali Mahajan, MD and Assembly Representative, Rehan Aziz, MD celebrate achieving DFAPA status at APA Convocation of Distinguished Fellows.
6/6. NJPA's Secretary/Treasurer, Nathan Carroll, DO is recognized by APA Foundation for his outstanding work to advance a mentally healthy nation for all.

Become a Member: https://www.psychiatry.org/membership/join-apa

If you or someone you know needs support now, call or text 988 or chat 988Lifeline.org. 988 connects you with a trained ...
05/29/2026

If you or someone you know needs support now, call or text 988 or chat 988Lifeline.org. 988 connects you with a trained crisis counselor who can help.

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Connect with 988 Lifeline at https://988lifeline.org/

Promising new research shows how GLP-1 agonists can support recovery from alcohol use disorder in patients with obesity....
05/27/2026

Promising new research shows how GLP-1 agonists can support recovery from alcohol use disorder in patients with obesity. The Lancet published trial results showing patients who were receiving weekly injections of semaglutide were found to have a significant drop in alcohol use. The patients getting the semaglutide injections showed strong decreases in how much alcohol they drank, how much they drank per day, how much they craved alcohol, and more. However, it is important to know that patients getting the medicine were more likely to have GI side effects, which were noted mostly to be temporary. This finding illustrates a potential path for future treatments of alcohol use disorder co-morbid with obesity and even for the treatment of other substance use disorders.

Read more at https://alert.psychnews.org/glp-1-drug-significantly-reduces-problem-drinking-in-individuals-with-aud-obesity

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Meet NJPA Member, Dr. Danah Atassi, DO! Dr. Atassi is currently completing her residency training and is looking forward...
05/25/2026

Meet NJPA Member, Dr. Danah Atassi, DO! Dr. Atassi is currently completing her residency training and is looking forward to beginning her journey as a Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellow. In addition to her clinical responsibilities, she continues to impress us through her work managing the Association’s social media presence.

Throughout her time with the NJPA, Dr. Atassi has built meaningful friendships and found mentors who have been a tremendous source of strength during her training. She finds NJPA has been endlessly supportive of her professional growth and is excited to see what the future holds as she continues her involvement with the organization.

Fun Fact: Dr. Atassi used to write for the Chicago Tribune's teen newspaper, the Mash!

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Become a member today: https://www.psychiatry.org/membership/join-apa

NJPA leaders are committed to advancing the Association’s mission through active engagement, collaboration, and service....
05/20/2026

NJPA leaders are committed to advancing the Association’s mission through active engagement, collaboration, and service.

In April, this year’s leaders came together for the annual onboarding meeting, kicking off the new year with a renewed focus on leadership, governance, and their impact on the Association. The day was made even more meaningful by PRMS contributions, and we are truly appreciative of this valued partnership.

We couldn't be more excited for the leadership to begin their work and look forward to all they will accomplish in the year ahead.

Become a Member:
https://www.psychiatry.org/membership/join-apa/residents-and-fellows



NJPA leaders are committed to advancing the Association’s mission through active engagement, collaboration, and service....
05/20/2026

NJPA leaders are committed to advancing the Association’s mission through active engagement, collaboration, and service.

In April, this year’s leaders came together for the annual onboarding meeting, kicking off the new year with a renewed focus on leadership, governance, and their impact on the Association. The day was made even more meaningful by PRMS contributions, and we are truly appreciative of this valued partnership.

We couldn't be more excited for the leadership to begin their work and look forward to all they will accomplish in the year ahead.

Become a Member:
https://www.psychiatry.org/membership/join-apa/residents-and-fellows

American Psychiatric Association

If you're a physician or medical student feeling overwhelmed, you're not alone—and you don’t have to face it alone eithe...
05/19/2026

If you're a physician or medical student feeling overwhelmed, you're not alone—and you don’t have to face it alone either.

Physician Support Line offers free, confidential, and anonymous support from volunteer psychiatrists. No appointment needed. Just a safe, nonjudgmental space to talk—about anything, personal or professional.

Take a moment for you. You deserve it.

Learn more:
https://www.physiciansupportline.com

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