The American Psychiatric Association (APA) 2025 Annual Meeting in Los Angeles was an inspiring and insightful experience for the JMIR Publications team. We had the privilege of connecting with countless dedicated professionals, from seasoned researchers and clinicians to enthusiastic students, all united by a common goal: advancing mental health care.

Botulinum toxin injections have become a cornerstone of aesthetic medicine, offering a popular solution for reducing wrinkles and achieving a more youthful appearance. However, as more patients seek these treatments, and often start at a younger age, a growing concern has emerged: botulinum toxin nonresponse.

Older adult immigrants face unique challenges in accessing web-based senior center programming, particularly when it comes to technology use and telehealth. A recent study, published in the Asian/Pacific Island Nursing Journal of JMIR Publications, sheds light on these critical issues, offering valuable insights for community-based organizations and healthcare providers.

The world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is evolving at lightning speed, and with each leap forward, user expectations are irrevocably altered. A recent study, "The Impact of ChatGPT Exposure on User Interactions With the Motivational Interviewing Chatbot: Quasi-Experimental Study," sheds light on this fascinating phenomenon, specifically how the widespread release of ChatGPT reshaped how users perceive and interact with other, more specialized chatbots.

Are you heading to APA 2025 in Los Angeles? Don’t miss the chance to connect with John Torous, Editor-in-Chief of JMIR Mental Health and co-founder of the Society of Digital Psychiatry. A leading voice in digital psychiatry and mental health innovation, Dr. Torous will be sharing his expertise across a packed schedule of presentations and panels.

Are you heading to the AMIA Clinical Informatics Conference (CIC) in sunny Anaheim this May? This is a fantastic opportunity to immerse yourself in the latest advancements and connect with leaders in the field.

We've all heard about the potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to revolutionize various aspects of our lives, and healthcare is no exception. But how do Canadians feel about using AI to understand something as deeply personal as their social determinants of health (SDOH)? This was the central question explored in a fascinating new study, "Perspectives on Using Artificial Intelligence to Derive Social Determinants of Health Data From Medical Records in Canada: Large Multi-Jurisdictional Qualitative Study."

We all know the statistics. Obesity rates are a global concern, and finding effective, scalable solutions is more critical than ever. Enter eHealth interventions – digital programs offering support and guidance right at your fingertips. But in the realm of traditional weight loss programs, group support often reigns supreme. So, the burning question is: does this group dynamic translate to the digital space, and can a little face-to-face interaction boost the effectiveness of an eHealth program?

Get ready, because JMIR Publications is thrilled to announce that we'll be attending the American Psychiatric Association (APA) Annual Meeting! We're looking forward to connecting with the brightest minds in psychiatry and digital mental health.

A significant new study, "Dissemination and Implementation Approach to Increasing Access to Local Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis PrEP Resources With Black Cisgender Women: Intervention Study With Vlogs Shared on Social Media," has been published in the prestigious JMIR Public Health and Surveillance.