Euthanasia for people who are not terminally ill, such as those suffering from psychiatric disorders or dementia, has been legal in Belgium since 2002… Read more »
June 20th is World Refugee day, designed to bring attention to the large number of people displaced from their homes by violence. Sadly this day is… Read more »
At the end of March BMC Psychiatry Section Editor Ute Lewitzka attended the 2nd Roman Forum on Suicide. The aim of this meeting… Read more »
Increased levels of psychological distress and suicidal behavior were observed in light of the 2008/2009 economic recession.… Read more »
Self-injury (aka non-suicidal self-injury) is when somebody intentionally damages or injures their body. Today, March 1st, is… Read more »
This week is #EDAW2017. Every year Eating Disorders Awareness Week takes place at the end of February with the laudable aim to… Read more »
2016 has been an exciting year for BMC Psychiatry! We published more than 450 articles covering a wide range of topics. Here we… Read more »
A new study, published today in BMC Psychiatry explores the role of pets within the personal communities of those living with a… Read more »
Today, October 10th, is World Mental Health Day. This annual event is an opportunity to raise awareness of mental health issues… Read more »