Duke Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences

Headshot of Candi Wolf. Quote: I've been blown away by how welcoming and supportive all of the faculty have been. It has allowed me TO nourish various aspects of myself and show up not just as a doctor, but as a whole human. I couldn't have asked for more in this phase of my training.

Dr. Candi Wolf, a 2nd-year child & adolescent psychiatry fellow at Duke, said she’s been “blown away” by how welcoming and supportive the faculty are, allowing her to show up not just as a doctor, but as a whole human. Learn about the program: https://bit.ly/DukeCAP
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Harold Kudler Wins ISTSS Outstanding Service Award Harold Kudler, MD, a medical associate professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, received the Outstanding Service Award from the International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies, which honors a member of ISTSS who has made a significant and sustained contribution to the Society—enhancing its mission, advancing its goals, and strengthening its impact over time.

Congratulations to Duke Psychiatry's Dr. Harold Kudler on receiving the Outstanding Service Award from ISTSS for his significant and sustained contribution to the International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies! 🌟
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Duke University School of Medicine

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Are you a hard-working clinical psychology PhD student who's eager to learn & embrace challenges? With a focus on a #GrowthMindset, the Duke health service psychology doctoral internship program might be for you.
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Meet Dr. April Fields, a Duke psychiatrist who works with youth & people who are pregnant, planning to conceive, or new parents on a range of #BehavioralHealth issues. Her goal? Simply put, helping her patients improve their quality of life. https://ow.ly/X1cc50X5M3I

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Congrats to Duke Psychiatry's Dr. Kate Webb on her new #ClimateChange & #GlobalMentalHealth award to support her collaborative work in S. Africa on how air pollution affects inflammatory & gut microbiome biomarkers & mental health outcomes, funded by Duke Global Health Institute. 🌟
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What do Duke #MedPsych residents appreciate most about the program?
✔️ variety of patients, clinical cases & integrative care experiences
✔️ camaraderie among residents
✔️ program rigor
✔️ Durham & North Carolina
Watch the video to learn more ➡️ https://youtu.be/II0Zs0WLYhg?si=-KbrK3FzZZWqnZef

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📆 Join Duke Psychiatry & Duke Neurobiology at noon on October 7 for the 2025 Karen L. Wrenn Lecture, "The Advent of Alzheimer Treatments Will Change the Trajectory of Human Aging," featuring Dr. Dennis Selkoe.

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Duke University School of Medicine

Jonathan Posner Selected as Provost Faculty Fellow Jonathan Posner, MD, the J.P. Gibbons Distinguished Professor of Psychiatry, was one of four Duke faculty members selected to serve as Provost Faculty Fellows for 2025-26, along with Mark Borsuk, PhD, Jimmy Roberts, PhD, and Aarthi Vadde, PhD.

We're delighted to share that Duke Psychiatry's Dr. Jonathan Posner was among 4 Duke faculty members selected as Provost Faculty Fellows! The program introduces fellows to key leadership roles/responsibilities & strategic focus areas. 🌟
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Headshot of Dr. Bainter. Quote: I’m especially drawn to Duke’s dedication to memory disorders research and innovative programs, and the chance to work alongside faculty and trainees who are both exceptionally skilled and genuinely supportive.

Dr. Thomas Bainter cites Duke’s dedication to #MemoryDisorders research and innovative programs, along with skilled and supportive faculty, as reasons he landed at Duke for his #GeriatricPsychiatry fellowship. Learn more about the program: https://ow.ly/AH7350X4pat

Behind the Data: Mental Health and the Justice System in Durham County Faculty team Maria Tackett and Nicole Schramm-Sapyta's seven-year project is transforming our understanding and responses to the needs of people navigating Durham’s criminal justice and healthcare systems.

PODCAST: A Duke/Durham team is building a database of >23K people with #MentalHealth diagnoses locally incarcerated 2014-2023, with a goal of better interventions and stronger partnerships between health and criminal justice systems in Durham and beyond.
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In Duke’s Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship, you’ll learn about how #BehavioralHealth care can be successfully integrated with other clinical services and how to provide #CollaborativeCare. Watch to learn more: https://youtu.be/QbsXT2m2adE
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Last week, Dr Kim Carpenter and Lori-Reinhart Mercer joined WCOM for a conversation about autism research, and how you can help the COMET study. Listen at soundcloud.com/dj-jenny-sai...
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With $15 Million Grant, Duke Team Expands AI Tool to Predict Teen Mental Illness A team at Duke University School of Medicine has received a $15 million grant from the National Institute of Mental Health to improve and expand an artificial intelligence (AI) tool that helps catch e...

A research team co-led by Duke Psychiatry's Dr. Jonathan Posner and Dr. Matthew Engelhard of Duke Biostatistics and Bioinformatics has received a grant from NIMH to expand an artificial intelligence tool that detects early signs of #MentalHealth issues in adolescents. ow.ly/LfNZ50X0OmC
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Parents: Does your kid play fall sports? Check out these concussion tips from a Duke neuropsychologist. Photo of teen girl playing soccer. Duke Psychiatry logo.

1. Only about 10% of concussions result in loss of consciousness. It’s important to consult a healthcare provider after any head injury. Blurred photo of child falling off bike.

2. Beware of sports equipment that claims to reduce the likelihood of concussion—which can actually lead to increased aggression and higher chances of head injury. Photo of teenage boy in football uniform leaning his head on his hand.

3. Let them sleep. The urge to check on your child frequently after they’ve suffered a head injury is normal, but rest is critical. Photo of young boy about to head a soccer ball.

🧠⚠️ On #NationalConcussionAwarenessDay, Duke psychologist Dr. Pete Duquette shares tips for parents on avoiding & caring for #concussions. Duquette helps kids recover from head injuries & conducts concussion research. Learn more: duke.is/concussion
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At the next Duke Autism Seminar, Matthew Engelhard, MD, PhD from Duke's Dept of Biostats and Bioinformatics presents "Toward AI-Based Alerts Promoting Early Autism Supports" - Wed, Oct 1 at 4pm ET.

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Jessica Lunsford-Avery Named Department’s Associate APT Director Associate professor Jessica Lunsford-Avery, PhD, has been appointed associate APT director for the Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences.

Please join us in congratulating associate professor Dr. Jessica Lunsford-Avery on her appointment as associate APT (appointments, promotion & tenure) director for Duke Psychiatry! In this newly established role, Dr. Lunsford-Avery will focus on career-track faculty. ow.ly/I6W450WYVr3

Thanks, @nchealthnews.bsky.social, for highlighting NC-PAL, a @uncchapelhill.bsky.social / @dukehealth.bsky.social partnership that promotes #BehavioralHealth for NC's youth & families by helping clinical providers build their #MentalHealth knowledge & capacity. Learn more: duke.is/g/mpu6

Psychiatry & Psychology at Duke: A Unique & Thriving 75+ Year Collaboration A unique partnership between the Department of Psychology and Department of Psychiatry took root in 1946, when Duke’s clinical psychology PhD program was established—just three years after the Departm...

The Duke clinical psychology internship benefits from Duke’s rich and thriving 75+ year psychology/psychiatry collaboration across research, education and patient care—affording our interns unique opportunities and exposures. Learn more about our interdisciplinary history: ow.ly/bVr450WVKeB

Caroline Dorfman Appointed Co-Director of Division of Behavioral Medicine & Neuroscience Associate professor Caroline Dorfman, PhD, has been appointed division co-director of Behavioral Medicine and Neurosciences in the Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences.

Congratulations to Dr. Caroline Dorfman on her appointment as co-director of Duke Psychiatry's Behavioral Medicine & Neurosciences division. Dr. Dorfman's research focuses on psychosocial & psychological interventions for cancer patients & survivors.
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There is no one thing that makes the perfect Duke #MedPsych resident, but there are a few key traits program director Dr. Nicole Helmke looks for when reviewing applications. Watch the video & learn more here: ow.ly/2Zxh50KAzVz
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Check out the latest episode of the Duke Clinical Research Institute podcast, featuring Duke Psychiatry's Dr. Lauren Franz, to learn more about the evolving field of autism clinical research. ⤵️

Healing After Disaster | Duke Today

Learn how Duke experts—including Duke Psychiatry's Dr. Robin Gurwitch & Dr. Raj Morey—are thinking about the longer-term emotional & physical effects of natural disasters on communities. While not always visible, the lingering impacts can be significant. today.duke.edu/2025/09/heal...

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Does someone you care about suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder (#PTSD)? These tips from experts including Duke Psychiatry's Dr. Angela Tunno offer ways you can support them, minimize triggers, and get them the help they need.
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About 1/2 the Duke clinical psychology doctoral internship faculty are program alumni, and they’re deeply invested in teaching, supervising, and working alongside our interns. To learn more about the program:
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Congratulations to Duke Psychiatry's Dr. Juliann Stalls on her new career development award, "Improving Engagement with Vaginal Dilator Therapy after Pelvic Radiation: A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial," from the National Cancer Institute! 🌟

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The Duke internal medicine-psychiatry residency is one of the oldest U.S. #MedPsych programs, with among the highest number of dual-trained faculty. Check out the video to learn what residents like about the program: ow.ly/EA1850WRl4E

Photo of Adam Howard on blue background. Quote: Our mentorship opportunities at Duke are outstanding. I feel like there’s an expert in anything I could want to learn about, and they’re always willing to connect. There have also been so many chances to mentor junior trainees, medical students, and even undergraduates; this is a great place to develop as a clinical educator!

Child & adolescent psychiatry fellow Dr. Adam Howard appreciates how faculty experts embrace their mentor role. And as an aspiring clinician educator, he also values the many opportunities to mentor other students & trainees. Learn more: bit.ly/DukeCAP
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September is #SuicidePreventionMonth. Many people find it difficult to talk to someone who may be having thoughts of suicide, but there are clear evidence-based actions we can take. Learn 5 steps for helping someone who might be suicidal: www.bethe1to.com/bethe1to-ste...
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Thanks to the vision of several Duke Autism Center faculty members, Duke's Perkins Library now offers sensory kits designed to offer calming input or stimulation to help people manage their emotions and stay focused—from squeeze balls to clicking fidget toys and more! Learn more ⤵️

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#MedStudents: Are you passionate about caring for the most vulnerable & complex medically & psychiatrically ill patients? Do you want to live in a vibrant community with warm weather & affordable living? Check out the Duke #MedPsych Residency: ow.ly/2Zxh50KAzVz
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