Introduction: Depressive and anxiety disorders are among the most common psychiatric conditions, as stated by the WHO in 2015. These disorders often manifest during adolescence or young adulthood, making it unsurprising for women in pregnancy or lactation periods to experience either a first manifestation or a recurrence of symptoms. When these disorders occur during pregnancy or lactation, antidepressant treatment may be required per established protocols. However, concerns often arise among patients, such as: "Is this medication safe for me and my baby? Could it negatively affect my baby's development?" These hesitations can sometimes extend to healthcare providers if they lack adequate education on the topic. Therapeutic guidelines worldwide recommend psychotherapy for mild symptoms, whereas pharmacotherapy, often combined with psychotherapy , is carefully considered for moderate symptoms. Case Report: This paper presents three case studies of pregnant women with depressive and anxiety disorders. The first case involves a patient with prenatal depression who achieved complete remission after starting antidepressant therapy. The second case highlights the recurrence of symptoms following the dis-continuation of psychopharmaceuticals. The third case emphasizes the importance of individualized treatment plans and illustrates the recurrence of symptoms in a patient previously in remission. Conclusion: Pregnant women with mental health challenges often have significant concerns about using psychopharmaceuticals during pregnancy. This paper aims to underscore that the appropriate selection and dosage of antidepressant medications can lead to remission of disorders without adverse effects on either the mother or child.

Psychotic manifestations in primary Sjögren's syndrome (SS) represent a rare but clinically meaningful complication of the disease. The aim of this paper was to analyze the clinical characteristics, potential pathophysiological mechanisms, therapeutic approaches, and outcomes of psychotic symptoms in patients with SS. A narrative review of the available literature was conducted, with particular focus on case reports and small case series describing psychosis in the context of SS. Psychotic manifestations in SS may arise from central nervous system involvement, immune-inflammatory mechanisms, cytokine dysregulation, and neurotransmitter alterations, as well as from corticosteroid therapy. Pro-inflammatory cytokines, particularly interleukin-6, have been linked to dopaminergic dysfunction and the emergence of positive psychotic symptoms. Corticosteroids may induce psychotic episodes depending on dose and duration of treatment. Chronic somatic symptoms, including ocular and oral dryness, pain, and fatigue, may be vulnerable to delusional misinterpretation. In several reported cases, psychotic symptoms improved following immunosuppressive therapy, supporting a potential immune-mediated subtype of psychosis in this population. Psychosis in primary Sjögren's syndrome likely has a multifactorial etiology. Early recognition of a possible autoimmune basis is essential, as treatment strategies may require immunomodulatory therapy in addition to standard psychiatric management.

Background: Mental health is the main factor of the overall quality of life of both individuals and the community. In contemporary society, mental health is gaining more and more significance, although there is still an insufficient level of awareness among people about what factors can affect our mental health and why it is of such importance for daily functioning. Material: The research used an anonymous questionnaire created by a team of doctors from the Clinic for Psychiatry in Novi Sad with the aim of assessing how the ongoing social situation in Serbia affects the mental health of the population. Results: It was shown that there is a statistically significant link between levels of feeling tense and following the news about the ongoing protests. The research has shown that there are statistically significant differences in emotional response in relation to gender and age resulting from the current situation. A statistically significant association between sleep problems and the use of anxiolytic therapy has been proven. Most of the respondents declared that the current situation in which we live has a negative impact on mental health. Conclusions: The results of the research indicate that social circumstances in Serbia significantly affect the psychological functioning of the population.

Stockholm syndrome is a complex psychological phenomenon in which some trauma survivors develop strong emotional bonds with their abusers. Despite the absence of clear diagnostic criteria and its exclusion from official psychiatric classification systems, the term has gained widespread recognition in both the media and scientific literature. This phenomenon typically occurs in situations involving significant power imbalances-such as child sexual abuse, intimate partner violence, human trafficking, and hostage situations-where the victim may develop positive feelings toward the abuser in response to extreme stress. Initially observed during a 1973 bank robbery in Stockholm, the syndrome has since been identified in various contexts. Given its similarities to other psychiatric entities, such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and identification with the aggressor, Stockholm syndrome remains a crucial area of research in understanding the psychological impact of extreme stress. This paper explores Stockholm syndrome from psychological, psychiatric, and neurobiological perspectives, highlighting its implications for mental health, criminology, and forensic science. Further investigation into this phenomenon is essential for improving trauma treatment approaches, legal frameworks, and therapeutic strategies, ultimately enhancing our understanding of victim-perpetrator dynamics in high-stress situations.