Washington, D.C. – New research suggests a possible link between doxycycline use in adolescents and a later risk of schizophrenia, sparking debate among psychiatrists. The findings, published in the latest issues of three American Psychiatric Association journals, come as clinicians grapple with rising rates of mental illness in young people.
New Studies Illuminate antipsychotics, Cannabis, and the Future of Mental Healthcare
A trio of journals released by the American Psychiatric Association offer fresh insights into treatment efficacy, risk factors, and emerging trends in mental health.
- A study examining seven antipsychotic drugs found varying levels of effectiveness and tolerability in acutely ill patients with schizophrenia.
- Researchers are investigating the complex interplay between brain neuroplasticity and psychiatric illnesses, hoping to unlock new treatment avenues.
- The impact of cannabis on alcohol cravings and consumption was assessed in a randomized controlled trial.
- A forthcoming issue of Focus will delve into the multifaceted nature of violence risk, particularly within forensic psychiatry.
what does the latest research say about doxycycline and schizophrenia? A new study suggests that doxycycline use in adolescent psychiatric patients may be associated with an increased risk of developing schizophrenia later in life. Researchers emphasize this is an association, not causation, and further investigation is needed.
The journals-The American Journal of Psychiatry, Psychiatric Services, and Focus-are now available online. Among the studies highlighted is a randomized, multicenter trial evaluating the efficacy and tolerability of seven different antipsychotic drugs in patients experiencing acute schizophrenia. Researchers found meaningful variations in how well
Forensic Psychiatry in Focus
The first issue of Focus in 2026, guest-edited by Tyler Durns, M.D., of the University of Utah’s Huntsman Mental Health Institute, will center on forensic psychiatry. The issue will examine violence as a complex behavior shaped by a multitude of individual and contextual factors. Articles will cover violence risk factors in psychiatric populations, the role of hallucinogens, stalking, extremism, and strategies for preventing violence in psychiatric settings.
Access to these publications is available by emailing [email protected].
