Journal of Clinical Psychopharmacology

We’re pleased to share that Dr. Bennett Wechsler has been selected as the inaugural Editorial Fellow for JCP. Chosen from a highly competitive pool of outstanding applicants, he’ll be working with the editorial team to support the journal’s work. Congratulations, @Bwechsler_MD!

A new review examines #methylphenidate use in individuals without clinical conditions. Its findings suggest that methylphenidate may boost attention and reaction time, while effects on memory, mood, and inhibition remain inconsistent. 🔗Read more in JCP: journals.lww.com/psychopharmaco…

A new study in youth with #ASD found that #SGA use was not associated with higher #BMI. However, public insurance and disruptive behavior disorders were linked to increased risk of #weight gain, while #stimulant co-treatment may help mitigate it. 🔗journals.lww.com/psychopharmaco…

Our new podcast explores trends in #tardive #dyskinesia diagnosis and use of #VMAT2 inhibitors among adults treated with #antipsychotics. The study finds #TD remains underdiagnosed and treatment rates remain low. 🎧Listen: jcpjournal.libsyn.com/the-use-of-vma… 📜Read: journals.lww.com/psychopharmaco…

Why is it so hard to find psychiatrists well-trained in #psychopharmacology? Our new editorial argues the problem isn’t just workforce shortages, but also gaps in residency training, supervision, & evaluation. 🎧Podcast: jcpjournal.libsyn.com/current-clinic… 📰Article: journals.lww.com/psychopharmaco…

How much does patient profile really shape the #psychedelic experience? New data suggest that in adults with TRD, #psilocybin ##dose -- not baseline clinical characteristics -- was the strongest driver of the acute psychedelic experience. 🔗Read more: journals.lww.com/psychopharmaco…

Phase 4 ENGAGE analysis: Adjunctive #brexpiprazole improved life engagement, depression, anxiety and functioning in adults with MDD, regardless of baseline anxiety severity. 🔗Read more in our current issue: journals.lww.com/psychopharmaco… #MDD #depression #anxiety #psychopharmacology

In a case of treatment-resistant schizophrenia, low-dose #fluvoxamine increased #clozapine levels by >500%, with effects comparable to higher doses, suggesting CYP1A2 inhibition may be dose-independent in some patients. 🔗Read more in JCP: journals.lww.com/psychopharmaco…

Our March/April 2026 issue (Volume 46, issue 2) is now available online: journals.lww.com/psychopharmaco… Brief synopsis of the new issue from the Journal of Clinical Psychopharmacology Editor-in-Chief is below.

@WHO's VigiBase data show that completed #suicide remains a major fatal outcome in #clozapine-treated patients, particularly young men. Realizing clozapine’s antisuicide benefit depends on preventing nonadherence and prioritizing suicide prevention. 🔗 journals.lww.com/psychopharmaco…

Our recent Guest Editorial examines the evidence on #SSRI use in #pregnancy and the risks of untreated #perinatal #mood and #anxiety disorders. It points clinicians toward practical resources to support high-quality perinatal psychiatric care. 🔗Read more: journals.lww.com/psychopharmaco…

How does #esketamine impact life beyond depressive symptoms? A new JCP study examines long-term quality of life and functioning in patients with treatment-resistant #depression treated with esketamine nasal spray. 🎧 jcpjournal.libsyn.com/esketamine-and… 📰 journals.lww.com/psychopharmaco…

Rising #nitrous #oxide misuse among adolescents and young adults is emerging as a serious #neuropsychiatric concern and should be considered in young patients presenting with unexplained psychiatric and atypical cognitive symptoms. 🔗Read more: journals.lww.com/psychopharmaco…

New research at @TTUHSC shows that #atomoxetine transfer into human milk is minimal. Our new podcast explores how these findings support atomoxetine as a low-risk, nonstimulant option for #ADHD treatment during #breastfeeding. 🎧 jcpjournal.libsyn.com/atomoxetine-as… 📰 journals.lww.com/psychopharmaco…

New JCP data from long-term #clozapine therapeutic drug monitoring show that #smokers have lower plasma clozapine serum levels than nonsmokers, yet adverse reactions can occur at lower concentrations in smokers. 🔗 Read more in our current issue: journals.lww.com/psychopharmaco…

@WHO's VigiBase data show that completed #suicide remains a major fatal outcome in #clozapine-treated patients, particularly young men. Realizing clozapine’s antisuicide benefit depends on preventing nonadherence and prioritizing suicide prevention. 🔗journals.lww.com/psychopharmaco…

@WHO's VigiBase data show that completed #suicide remains a major fatal outcome in #clozapine-treated patients, particularly young men. Realizing clozapine’s antisuicide benefit depends on preventing nonadherence and prioritizing suicide prevention. 🔗journals.lww.com/psychopharmaco…

The Journal of Clinical Psychopharmacology is building a presence on @bluesky, and we’d love for our X community to be part of it. Follow us on Bluesky for early updates, featured research, and insight into psychopharmacology trends. 📲 @ psychopharm.bsky.social

We are still accepting applications for the Journal of Clinical Psychopharmacology's inaugural Editorial Fellowship Program. This two-year, paid fellowship offers hands-on experience in academic publishing and psychiatric research. Learn more below and apply today!

Our new Guest Editorial examines the evidence on #SSRI use in #pregnancy and the risks of untreated #perinatal #mood and #anxiety disorders. It points clinicians toward practical resources to support high-quality perinatal psychiatric care. 🔗Read more: journals.lww.com/psychopharmaco…