Loren A. Olson, MD
Eating Disorders: Risk Factors, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Outcomes
Eating disorders are among the most dangerous and difficult to treat of all mental health disorders. Here is what you need to know about them
Body Dysmorphic Disorder: Obsession With a Flaw Interferes With Life
Body dysmorphic disorder is a syndrome in which a person can’t stop thinking about some perceived flaw in their appearance.
Seizing Permission to Live Life on Your Own Terms
Many people seek the approval of others at the expense of their own self-esteem. Here's how to seize permission to live life on your terms.
Older Gay Men and the Risk of Suicide
Suicidal thinking is a common but treatable problem in older gay and bisexual men. Choosing the right therapist is critical.
Is Suicide Ever a Rational Choice?
My prior post on this site, “Why Older Gay Men Are Attempting Suicide at a Higher Rate,” received a lot of attention. Because of...
Transgender Suicide is a Public Health Crisis
Transgender suicide is a public health crisis for the estimated 150,000 trans teens and 1.4 million trans adults in the U.S. Policies of the Trump administration could make it worse.