Illinois Psychiatric Society

By managing stress properly, you can improve your mental and physical health. Recognizing stress and anxiety, building resilience, and knowing where to get help are all important. Learn more at tinyurl.com/yc8u87um. #stressawarenessmonth #IPS #stressmanagement #mentalhealth

On February 19th, as part of the virtual series on navigating your career path, we were fortunate to have a great panel of speakers on the topic of life in private practice. Continue reading at tinyurl.com/2u2wb67u #mindmatters #privatepractice #IPS #psychiatry

What is Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)? A good time to familiarize ourselves with AUD is during Alcohol Awareness Month. Read more at tinyurl.com/59r9c76n #alcoholawarenessmonth #alcoholawareness #mentalhealth #IPS #mentalhealthmatters #illinoispsychiatricsociety

Members from Area 4 Gather for the 25th Annual Legislative Institute. Psychiatrists and policy experts from across the Midwest convened on February 7, 2026, for the 25th APA Area 4 Legislative Institute. Continue reading at tinyurl.com/2emsx4ah #mindmatters #area4 #IPS

The co-occurrence of ADHD and autism is sometimes known as AuDHD. One recent study of preschool and school-age children found that among children with ADHD, 33% also had autism. Continue reading at tinyurl.com/yc5ap6s3 #autismawarenessmonth #IPS

There is autism among people of all ethnicities, races, genders, and economic backgrounds. Find out how you can support people on the autism spectrum this April. Learn more at tinyurl.com/5n6dk4f3. #autismawarenessmonth #autism #autismacceptance #IPS

IPS President Dr. Adrienne Adams was honored this week on the Illinois House floor by State Rep Tracy Katz Muhl for her historic achievement as the first Black woman to serve as president of the Illinois Psychiatric Society. #IPSPresident #IPS #congratulations #achievement

March 30th is world bipolar day. Through international collaboration, the goal of WBD is to bring diverse populations around the world information about bipolar disorders. To learn more, click here tinyurl.com/233b6uyd #bipolar #mentalhealth #IPS #mentalhealthmatters

We are proud to celebrate @DrShenoyMD and this well‑deserved recognition by ABPN. His leadership and contributions continue to make a meaningful impact on the field. Read Dr. Shenoys Spotlight at tinyurl.com/3j22fac7. #ABPN #Leadership #Psychiatry #ProfessionalExcellence #IPS

Congrats on matching into psychiatry residency! Click the link to download ‘I Matched’ social graphics to celebrate and share your achievement on social media. Use your favorite platform and don’t forget to tag us and use #MatchDay2026 #APA #FuturePsychiatrist #PsychiatryResidency #Psychiatry so we can celebrate with you! ow.ly/eXsB50YxboT

The APA wishes a wonderful #MatchDay to all residents and a very warm welcome to all future Psychiatrists! Share your Match Day photos with us by tagging us in your post!

TODAY is the day for the 2026 Virtual Series Session 3: Best Practices for Court Testimony on Involuntary Treatment and Admissions Cases/IL Mental Health Court and Therapeutic Jurisprudence. To register, visit tinyurl.com/yt89tewc. #psychiatry #careerinpsychiatry #IPS

The effects of a brain injury are unique for each individual, whether they are physical, cognitive, or behavioral. A brain injury affects how a person thinks, acts, and feels. Continue reading more about what a brain injury is tinyurl.com/5he7trfa. #braininjuryawareness #IPS

IPS leadership recently hosted a luncheon with State Representatives Lindsay LaPointe and Tracy Katz Muhl. The meeting provided a valuable opportunity to deepen IPS’s collaboration with these key policymakers, who play a central role in shaping Illinois’s mental health policy.

To improve overall health and well-being, it is important to understand the relationship between sleep health and mental health. Continue reading about the links between mental health and quality sleep. Click this link for more information thensf.org/sleep-awarenes… #sleep #IPS

We are excited to announce the start of the 2026 Carl C. Bell Memorial Award! ALL Illinois High School students have the opportunity to WIN $500! The submission deadline is May 15, 2026. See more details at illinoispsychiatricsociety.org/carl-c-bell-aw… #essay #carlcbellaward #HealthEquality #IPS

March is National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month. As part of the larger conversation on diversity and inclusion, it is an ideal time to amplify awareness of the inclusion of people with disabilities. Learn more at tinyurl.com/dyxw5pfn #IPS #mentalhealth

Patient Safety Awareness Week serves as a national education campaign to promote patient safety practices. Check out more information at tinyurl.com/345y8k97 #patientsafety #patientsafetyawareness #IPS #mentalhealth #advocacy #psychiatry #illinoispsychiatricsociety

IPS leadership had a great meeting with Mental Health Champion, Illinois State Representative Lindsey LaPointe. #illinoismentalhealth #psychiatry #IPS #mentalhealthadvocate #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthmatters #illinoispsychiatricsociety

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