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Musings from a retired state hospital psychiatrist

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A Hero for Hero

Reminder: Hero is a hybrid accumulation of memories and a fictionalized version of experiences with my patients.

Jul 21, 2026 · J. Timothy Damiani, MD

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Poet Tree

Give it a try.

Jun 23, 2026 · J. Timothy Damiani, MD

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Elevator-Ed Kindness

On my way to the ward, I walked past the elevator next to the unit.

May 18, 2026 · J. Timothy Damiani, MD

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Heart Matters

My doctor suggested I get a CAC test.

Apr 21, 2026 · J. Timothy Damiani, MD

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Out Of Control

Warning: this piece discusses active psychosis, involuntary hospitalization, and violence in the mental health setting.

Apr 1, 2026 · J. Timothy Damiani, MD

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Hero and the Matter of His Secret Identity

As a reminder, Hero is a fictionalized character who shares traits with various patients I have worked with, especially while at the state hospital.

Mar 6, 2026 · J. Timothy Damiani, MD

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Memorizing Magic

Part 2

Feb 27, 2026 · J. Timothy Damiani, MD

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Using Memory To Dissolve A Clot

And The News

Feb 17, 2026 · J. Timothy Damiani, MD

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Hero

A Theory of Ownership Even God Couldn't Argue With

Jan 21, 2026 · J. Timothy Damiani, MD

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The Pitt is Back!

Excitement

Jan 6, 2026 · J. Timothy Damiani, MD

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