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Consensus and Evidence Based Guidelines for Psychotropics in Formularies
A Patient's Guide for Affordable Psychiatric Medication
Post Partum Depression
This presentation, created by Ricardo J. Fernandez, M.D, DFAPA, of the New Jersey Psychiatric Association, explores why women are at serious risk of developing psychiatric illness following childbirth. View PowerPoint presentation.
We also recommend visiting the New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services site on Postpartum Depression at: www.njspeakup.gov
Helping Children Cope with Holiday Stress: Tips for Parents and Families
For most children, the holidays are happy, fun and exciting times. There is a break from school, and a chance to see friends and relatives. There may also be special food, music, and family traditions. However, for some children, the holidays can also be stressful and confusing. Read article.

NJPA Releases Mental Health Services Report
NJPA has conducted a study and produced a report, "Mental Health Needs and Services in New Jersey." This study was commissioned because of persistent and increasing complaints by patients, family members and doctors and other health professionals, who have been finding escalating difficulties with accessing appropriate, necessary care in our current mental health care system in New Jersey. Findings and important recommendations are described, to address these problems and prevent further dangerous deterioration. A summary of this report is available for downloading. The full report may be obtained from the NJPA Office.
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NJPA Launches Anti-Stigma Campaign: Have a Heart! Stop the Stigma
- Governor McGreevey Proclaims February 14th "Stop the Stigma Day"
- Stigma-The Invisible Plague: A Barrier to Mental Illness
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