Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences

Our Mission, Our Passion

Every day, we harness our passion and expertise to
ensure the best possible experience and outcomes for our patients,
discover new ways to promote wellness and prevent, diagnose and treat mental illness,
and develop the next generation of leaders in psychiatry and psychology.

The Duke Difference

Advancing behavioral health through exceptional education, ground-breaking research and superior care.

Education

Education

Research

Patient Care

Patient Care

Recent News

Child Silhouette with Colored Sections of Head and Neck. Quote: This study provides evidence that children who develop autism and ADHD are on a different path from the beginning. By Matthew Engelhard, MD, PhD Senior Research Associate

Monday, October 19, 2020

Children with Autism, ADHD Have More Doctor and Hospital Visits during Infancy

Children who are later diagnosed with autism and/or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder visit doctors and hospitals more often in their first year of life than non-affected children, suggesting a potential new way to identify the conditions early.Continue Reading

December 8, 2020

Three Duke Psychiatry Faculty among Most Cited Researchers

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December 8, 2020

Duke Center for Autism & Brain Development Releases Annual Report

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December 2, 2020

Duke Psychiatry Convenes Perinatal Mental Health Colloquia

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