Mental Status Examination in the 21st Century Psychiatry, An Issue of Psychiatric Clinics of North America

In this issue of Psychiatric Clinics, guest editor Dr. Leonardo F. Fontenelle brings his considerable expertise to the topic of Mental Status Examination in the 21st Century Psychiatry. Top experts examine the intersection of traditional clinical skills with modern neuroscientific approaches, reflecting on the ways in which the MSE can adapt to new paradigms while preserving the interpersonal warmth that remains fundamental to effective psychiatric care. As we look to the future of psychiatry, we must ensure that technological progress does not come at the cost of the human connection that forms the basis of healing.