In the age of Trump, let psychiatrists judge the mental health of public figures The American Psychiatric Association rule preventing it has outlived its usefulness ...

After a 1964 poll of psychiatrists found almost half considered Barry Goldwater psychologically unfit to be president, the doctors' professional society said they should stay mum on mental fitness.

Some of the field’s most notable thinkers call on the American Psychiatric Association to permit discussion of public figures' mental health in some cases.

The practical effects of the Goldwater rule are unclear. Some psychiatrists have told STAT they do not dare offer their views on public figures for fear of violating it.

The public was told giving psychiatrists a pay rise will cost $700 million. Internal government documents suggest it would cost a lot less.

Draymond Green credits working with a sports psychiatrist for his improved 3-point shooting, highlighting how mental performance work enhances physical game success.

A leading psychiatry group has told its members they aren't bound by the "Goldwater rule" that prohibits commenting on the mental state of public figures — even the president.

After a 1964 poll of psychiatrists found almost half considered Barry Goldwater psychologically unfit to be president, the doctors' professional society said they should stay mum on mental fitness.