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VUMC Study Shows Marijuana May Reduce Anxiety Causing Connections in the Brain

An article published in Newsweek January 15, 2020, describes the work of study co-author Sachin Patel, MD, PhD, Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences and Director of the Division of General Psychiatry.  From the article: Scientists have identified a molecule the brain that may help to protect the body from anxiety, and could help explain people's use of marijuana in times of stress.

Jaquart CBT presentation lauded at Health Professions Education Research Day

Predoctoral Psychology intern Jolene Jacquart, M.A., and Assistant Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences Sonia Matwin, Ph.D., worked together on an intern-lead effort to promote resident training in psychotherapy. Jaquart's presentation was ranked among the top five posters at this year's Health Professions Education Research Day. This poster highlights the use of technology and standardized measurement to promote resident learning and practice of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.