Encephalitis, an inflammation of the brain, can result from various causes, including infections and autoimmune reactions. Recognizing its symptoms and understanding its management is vital for patient outcomes. The Journal of Clinical Psychiatry offers insights into the psychiatric implications of encephalitis, from cognitive disturbances to mood alterations. Our expert editors ensure that content is evidence-based and clinically relevant, providing psychiatrists with the knowledge they need to address the neuropsychiatric aspects of encephalitis.
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Neuropsychiatric Pediatric NMDA Receptor Encephalitis
August 17, 2017
Although psychiatric manifestations are one of the most common presentations of pediatric N-methyl-d-aspartate receptor encephalitis, there is a lack of studies that characterize psychiatric aspects of this disorder. This...
Featured Encephalitis Research
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Homelessness and Housing Insecurity
August 13, 2026
Individuals who experience homelessness have high rates of medical and psychiatric illness and face barriers to care; vulnerable populations include mothers with dependent children who have experienced domestic violence,...
Original Research
Routine Screening for Autoimmune Encephalitis
November 17, 2020
Autoimmune encephalitis (AE) is a highly treatable neurologic condition that can cause psychosis. This study estimated the cost-effectiveness of routine screening for AE compared with clinically targeted screening in...
