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Check out the latest episode of Mental Health Pathfinders, where we are joined by Marcus Smith II, a former NFL 1st Round Pick who is using his platform to reshape the way athletes and the public view mental health. ow.ly/Petl50WreFP

What to know about the rise of mental health misinformation on social media ow.ly/sPij50Wu3GK

Psychiatrists are uniquely positioned to speak out against misinformation about mental health. I am happy to see that many of our younger members are embracing this challenge, and having honest and evidenced-based conversations about these topics on social media.

Just returned from Albuquerque, where I had the honor of presenting at the NLBHA conference on how the American Psychiatric Association is working to support Latino mental health. Grateful for the chance to connect, share, and learn alongside such dedicated advocates.

American Psychiatric Association and Latino Medical Student Association Announce Strategic Collabora ow.ly/s3Tv50WW4i7

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with APA President Theresa Miiskimen Rivera, M.D. as she highlights the importance of mental health care in the Hispanic community. #MenteSanaGenteSana

APA members: take 2 minutes to urge Congress to extend telemental health coverage before it ends on Oct 1. Our patients need continuity of care. I just used APA’s Action Alert, if you're a member, you can too: advocacy.psychiatry.org/teleflexibilit…

I was honored to represent @APAPsychiatric at the 121st JSPN Congress in Kobe, Japan earlier this year. I joined a Leaders Roundtable, presented on collaborative care in the geriatric population, and served as judge and discussant for Fellowship Award Symposiums. #JSPN121

At the @RCPsych International Congress in Wales, I presented a plenary on advances in U.S. psychiatric care and the Collaborative Care Model. Collaborating with international colleagues is invaluable as we work together to transform mental health care. #RCPsychIC

On Sept 4–5, I delivered a keynote on workforce challenges and supporting local initiatives at the Puerto Rico Mental Health Summit. I also met with residents at the University of Puerto Rico Medical School. With my Puerto Rican heritage, this trip was especially meaningful.

At the 2025 Brain Health Summit in DC on Sept. 11, I joined a panel on “Collaboration to Action: Leading Across the House of Medicine.” It was a great reminder that every medical specialty has a role in advancing mental health, and together we can empower healthier communities.

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) affects communication, behavior, and social interaction—each person experiences it differently. Learn more: ow.ly/8EsF50X0sw2

APA Statement on White House Announcement on Autism ow.ly/BJfF50X0zCh

APA President Theresa M. Miskimen Rivera, M.D., issues a call to action this Hispanic Heritage Month: Listen more deeply. Advocate more strongly. Partner with communities to ensure culture is recognized as a strength in mental health care.