Do you have psychiatric guidelines for managing mental health conditions in adults and adolescents?

Medical Advisory BoardAll articles are reviewed for accuracy by our Medical Advisory Board

Educational purpose only • Exercise caution as content is pending human review

Article Review Status

Submitted

Under Review

Approved

Last updated: January 23, 2026 • View editorial policy

Personalize

Help us tailor your experience

Which best describes you? Your choice helps us use language that's most understandable for you.

Related Questions

What is the best course of action to manage persistent depressive symptoms in a patient with diabetes, bipolar disorder, and anxiety disorder, currently on Abilify (aripiprazole), Clonidine (clonidine), and Jardiance (empagliflozin)?

What is the most likely diagnosis for a patient presenting with recurrent episodes of decreased interest and pleasure in activities, poor sleep, fatigue, weight gain, and a sense of worthlessness, without symptoms of mania or hypomania?

What is an appropriate medication change for a transgender female patient with a history of major depressive disorder (MDD), currently experiencing active suicidal thoughts, who has not responded to Zoloft (sertraline) at doses of 50mg and 100mg?

What is the ideal treatment plan for a patient with aggression, major depressive disorder, and suicidal ideation?

What should be the treatment priorities for a department of psychiatry at a university?

What are the treatment recommendations for a patient with osteopenia and a 3.3% risk of hip fracture?

Should implantable cardioverter-defibrillators (ICDs) be removed or deactivated in patients with terminal illnesses receiving hospice care?

What is the best approach to diagnose pancreatitis in a patient with abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting, and potentially underlying conditions such as alcohol consumption or gallstones?

What is the first-line treatment for a patient with falciparum malaria, between artemether (lumefantrine) and artesunate (Artesunate-Sp)?

What is the difference between alprazolam (Xanax) and temazepam for a patient with anxiety or insomnia?

Should a pacemaker be removed in a patient with a terminal illness in hospice care?

Professional Medical Disclaimer

This information is intended for healthcare professionals. Any medical decision-making should rely on clinical judgment and independently verified information. The content provided herein does not replace professional discretion and should be considered supplementary to established clinical guidelines. Healthcare providers should verify all information against primary literature and current practice standards before application in patient care. Dr.Oracle assumes no liability for clinical decisions based on this content.

Have a follow-up question?

Our Medical A.I. is used by practicing medical doctors at top research institutions around the world. Ask any follow up question and get world-class guideline-backed answers instantly.