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Prenatal Glucocorticoid Exposure Linked With Increased Mental Disorder Risk
01/17/2025
Prenatal exposure to glucocorticoids was associated with an increased risk of some mental disorders at age 15, according to a study published in JAMA Network Open.
Prenatal exposure to glucocorticoids was associated with an increased risk of some mental disorders at age 15, according to a study published in JAMA Network Open.
Prenatal exposure to...
01/17/2025
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Loudness of Snoring May Indicate Greater Hyperactivity in Children and Adolescents
01/16/2025
Loudness of snoring, regardless of hypoxic burden and obstructive sleep apnea syndrome severity (OSAS), may contribute to hyperactivity in pediatric patients, according to an observational prospective study published in Sleep Medicine.
Loudness of snoring, regardless of hypoxic burden and obstructive sleep apnea syndrome severity (OSAS), may contribute to hyperactivity in pediatric patients, according to an observational prospective study published in Sleep Medicine.
Loudness of snoring, regardless...
01/16/2025
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What percentage of people experience hypomanic symptoms during an MDD episode?
01/15/2025
According to a recent study published in the Journal of Affective Disorders, what percentage of people experienced hypomanic symptoms during a major depressive disorder (MDD) episode?
According to a recent study published in the Journal of Affective Disorders, what percentage of people experienced hypomanic symptoms during a major depressive disorder (MDD) episode?
According to a recent study...
01/15/2025
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Which U.S. region saw the most fentanyl pill seizures in 2023?
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Which US region saw the most fentanyl pill seizures in 2023?
01/15/2025
Do you remember the details of this study?
Do you remember the details of this study?
Do you remember the details of...
01/15/2025
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Is it Time for a ‘Reconceptualization’ of TRD? Some Think Yes
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Is it Time for a ‘Reconceptualization’ of TRD? Some Think Yes
01/14/2025
Treatment-resistant depression (TRD) may be a more complex and multifaceted condition than previously thought, with authors of a recent study calling for a “unified definition and reconceptualization” of the illness. Their findings were...
Treatment-resistant depression (TRD) may be a more complex and multifaceted condition than previously thought, with authors of a recent study calling for a “unified definition and reconceptualization” of the illness. Their findings were...
Treatment-resistant depression...
01/14/2025
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Veterans’ OUD Diagnoses Increased From 2005 to 2017, Then Declined
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Veterans’ OUD Diagnoses Increased From 2005 to 2017, Then Declined
01/14/2025
The prevalence of OUD diagnoses increased from 2005 to 2017, peaked in 2017, and then declined until 2022, according to a recent cross-sectional study of national Veterans Health Administration (VHA) electronic health record data published in...
The prevalence of OUD diagnoses increased from 2005 to 2017, peaked in 2017, and then declined until 2022, according to a recent cross-sectional study of national Veterans Health Administration (VHA) electronic health record data published in...
The prevalence of OUD diagnoses...
01/14/2025
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Posdinemab Granted Fast Track Designation by the FDA for Early Alzheimer Disease
01/10/2025
Posdinemab, a phosphorylated tau-directed monoclonal antibody (mAb) being studied for the treatment of early Alzheimer disease (AD), was granted Fast Track designation by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Posdinemab, a phosphorylated tau-directed monoclonal antibody (mAb) being studied for the treatment of early Alzheimer disease (AD), was granted Fast Track designation by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Posdinemab, a phosphorylated...
01/10/2025
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Minority of Patients With OUD Develop PW After Buprenorphine Initiation
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Minority of Patients With OUD Develop PW After Buprenorphine Initiation
01/08/2025
A small group of patients with OUD developed buprenorphine-precipitated withdrawal (PW) in emergency department or hospital settings, according to recent retrospective cohort study results published in JAMA Network Open.
A small group of patients with OUD developed buprenorphine-precipitated withdrawal (PW) in emergency department or hospital settings, according to recent retrospective cohort study results published in JAMA Network Open.
A small group of patients with...
01/08/2025
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Review Questions Utility of tDCS for Cognitive Symptoms in Schizophrenia
01/08/2025
A recent meta-analysis questions the effectiveness of transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) for improving cognitive impairments in individuals with schizophrenia after finding no statistically significant difference in cognitive...
A recent meta-analysis questions the effectiveness of transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) for improving cognitive impairments in individuals with schizophrenia after finding no statistically significant difference in cognitive...
A recent meta-analysis questions...
01/08/2025
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Podcasts
A New Beginning, and a Fond Farewell
01/06/2025
Join Dr Rakesh Jain and Dr Craig Chepke for an insightful and heartfelt conversation in the inaugural Psych Congress Family & Friends Podcast. A discussion of feelings surrounding the recent passing of Dr Vladimir Maletic leads to an...
Join Dr Rakesh Jain and Dr Craig Chepke for an insightful and heartfelt conversation in the inaugural Psych Congress Family & Friends Podcast. A discussion of feelings surrounding the recent passing of Dr Vladimir Maletic leads to an...
Join Dr Rakesh Jain and Dr Craig...
01/06/2025
Psych Congress Network
Brooke Kempf
Videos
Addressing Misconceptions About LAI Antipsychotics
01/06/2025
Kempf emphasizes the power of patient education, addressing myths, and involving families to ease the daily medication burden. 
Kempf emphasizes the power of patient education, addressing myths, and involving families to ease the daily medication burden. 
Kempf emphasizes the power of...
01/06/2025
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From the Newsrooms

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Analysis Estimates 0.45% Schizophrenia Prevalence in United States
12/10/2024
More patients with schizophrenia are covered by Medicare and Medicaid compared with commercial payers in the United States, according to results from a 2022 claims analysis presented in a poster at Psych Congress. “Among the Medicaid...
More patients with schizophrenia are covered by Medicare and Medicaid compared with commercial payers in the United States, according to results from a 2022 claims analysis presented in a poster at Psych Congress. “Among the Medicaid...
More patients with schizophrenia...
12/10/2024
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Rebecca Barbee, MSPAS, PA-C, CAQ-Psych
Videos
Understanding Antipsychotic-Induced Movement Disorders
12/05/2024
Rebecca Barbee, MSPAS, PA-C, CAQ-Psych, explains the differences between dystonia, akathisia, drug-induced Parkinsonism, and tardive dyskinesia, as well as the different management approaches for each.
Rebecca Barbee, MSPAS, PA-C, CAQ-Psych, explains the differences between dystonia, akathisia, drug-induced Parkinsonism, and tardive dyskinesia, as well as the different management approaches for each.
Rebecca Barbee, MSPAS, PA-C,...
12/05/2024
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Cognitive Symptoms May Be as Burdensome as Psychosis for Patients Living With Schizophrenia
12/04/2024
Patients living with schizophrenia discussed cognitive symptoms of the disease less often than psychotic symptoms, cognitive and other negative symptoms were “perceived” as “equally burdensome” as the positive symptoms of the disease due to...
Patients living with schizophrenia discussed cognitive symptoms of the disease less often than psychotic symptoms, cognitive and other negative symptoms were “perceived” as “equally burdensome” as the positive symptoms of the disease due to...
Patients living with...
12/04/2024
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Edward Kaftarian, MD.
Videos
How to Maintain Up-To-Date Telehealth Regulation Compliance
12/03/2024
Edward Kaftarian, MD, offers some practical tips for maintaining regulatory compliance while managing a busy telehealth practice.
Edward Kaftarian, MD, offers some practical tips for maintaining regulatory compliance while managing a busy telehealth practice.
Edward Kaftarian, MD, offers...
12/03/2024
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Dr Craig Chepke
Schizophrenia Conference Insights
Muscarinic Acetylcholine Receptors in Schizophrenia: A Shift From Dopamine D2 to Muscarinic Agonists
11/27/2024
In this video, Craig Chepke, MD, DFAPA, scientific director, Psych Congress, explains the vital differences between dopamine D2 receptor antipsychotics and muscarinic agonists for the treatment of schizophrenia, including mechanisms of action...
In this video, Craig Chepke, MD, DFAPA, scientific director, Psych Congress, explains the vital differences between dopamine D2 receptor antipsychotics and muscarinic agonists for the treatment of schizophrenia, including mechanisms of action...
In this video, Craig Chepke, MD,...
11/27/2024
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Edward Kaftarian, MD.
Videos
Major Changes to Telehealth Regulations May Be on the Horizon
11/25/2024
Edward Kaftarian, MD, explains possible upcoming changes to telehealth policy and practice.
Edward Kaftarian, MD, explains possible upcoming changes to telehealth policy and practice.
Edward Kaftarian, MD, explains...
11/25/2024
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Depression
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Study Reveals Anhedonia Impact on Symptom Severity and Treatment Outcomes in Patients With MDD
11/22/2024
A rstudy presented in a poster at Psych Congress 2024 in Boston, Massachusetts, aimed to understand the characteristics and treatment patterns of patients with MDD who experience prominent anhedonia compared to those who do not or who have...
A rstudy presented in a poster at Psych Congress 2024 in Boston, Massachusetts, aimed to understand the characteristics and treatment patterns of patients with MDD who experience prominent anhedonia compared to those who do not or who have...
A rstudy presented in a poster...
11/22/2024
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Caregivers Confirm Usability of Schizophrenia Cognition Rating Scale
11/14/2024
A qualitative study involving unpaid and professional caregivers of patients with schizophrenia confirmed the content and usability of the Schizophrenia Cognition Rating Scale (SCoRS).
A qualitative study involving unpaid and professional caregivers of patients with schizophrenia confirmed the content and usability of the Schizophrenia Cognition Rating Scale (SCoRS).
A qualitative study involving...
11/14/2024
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Desiree Matthews
Schizophrenia Conference Insights
New Class of Medication Offers Innovative Treatment for Schizophrenia Symptoms
11/07/2024
Watch these exclusive insights with Desiree Matthews, PMHNP-BC, to learn how this novel treatment could reshape the landscape of care for adults living with schizophrenia.
Watch these exclusive insights with Desiree Matthews, PMHNP-BC, to learn how this novel treatment could reshape the landscape of care for adults living with schizophrenia.
Watch these exclusive insights...
11/07/2024
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Patient survey
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Patient Survey Identifies Barriers to TD Treatment
11/06/2024
Key barriers to tardive dyskinesia (TD) diagnosis include a lack of communication with the health care professional, lack of a physical exam, and low educational and socioeconomic status, according to a survey of adults with TD symptoms.
Key barriers to tardive dyskinesia (TD) diagnosis include a lack of communication with the health care professional, lack of a physical exam, and low educational and socioeconomic status, according to a survey of adults with TD symptoms.
Key barriers to tardive...
11/06/2024
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Quizzes

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What percentage of people experience hypomanic symptoms during an MDD episode?
01/15/2025
According to a recent study published in the Journal of Affective Disorders, what percentage of people experienced hypomanic symptoms during a major depressive disorder (MDD) episode?
According to a recent study published in the Journal of Affective Disorders, what percentage of people experienced hypomanic symptoms during a major depressive disorder (MDD) episode?
According to a recent study...
01/15/2025
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Which U.S. region saw the most fentanyl pill seizures in 2023?
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Which US region saw the most fentanyl pill seizures in 2023?
01/15/2025
Do you remember the details of this study?
Do you remember the details of this study?
Do you remember the details of...
01/15/2025
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Expert Insights Quiz
Resources for Telehealth Rules and Regulations
01/06/2025
Test your knowledge with this quiz!
Test your knowledge with this quiz!
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01/06/2025
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How long does worry need to be present in order to diagnose GAD?
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How long does worry need to be present in order to diagnose GAD?
01/03/2025
Test your diagnostic knowledge!
Test your diagnostic knowledge!
Test your diagnostic knowledge!
01/03/2025
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Antidepressant Discontinuation Symptoms
12/23/2024
Test your knowledge with this quick quiz!
Test your knowledge with this quick quiz!
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12/23/2024
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Prodromal Symptoms in Schizophrenia
12/18/2024
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Test your knowledge with this quick quiz!
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12/18/2024
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Are men or women more affected by depressive episodes?
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Are men or women more affected by depressive episodes?
12/17/2024
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12/17/2024
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After how many months is 'problematic' opioid use diagnosed as OUD?
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After how many months is 'problematic' opioid use diagnosed as OUD?
12/16/2024
Test your diagnostic knowledge!
Test your diagnostic knowledge!
Test your diagnostic knowledge!
12/16/2024
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DSM-5
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How does the DSM-5 define 'remission' in MDD?
12/13/2024
Quiz! What is the definition of remission in the context of major depressive disorder (MDD), according to the DSM-5-TR?
Quiz! What is the definition of remission in the context of major depressive disorder (MDD), according to the DSM-5-TR?
Quiz! What is the definition of...
12/13/2024
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DSM-5
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How does the chronicity of depressive symptoms affect MDD treatment and outcomes?
12/11/2024
12/11/2024
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Recent FDA Updates

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FDA Approves Donanemab for Early Alzheimer Disease Treatment
07/02/2024
The US Food and Drug Administration has issued a highly-anticipated decision: the approval of donanemab—to be marketed as Kisunla by manufacturer Eli Lilly—for the treatment of early Alzheimer disease.
The US Food and Drug Administration has issued a highly-anticipated decision: the approval of donanemab—to be marketed as Kisunla by manufacturer Eli Lilly—for the treatment of early Alzheimer disease.
The US Food and Drug...
07/02/2024
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Video Game Treatment for Adults With ADHD Cleared by FDA
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Video Game Treatment for Adults With ADHD Cleared by FDA
07/02/2024
AKL-T01 is indicated for adults with primarily inattentive or combined-type ADHD who have a demonstrated attention issue.
AKL-T01 is indicated for adults with primarily inattentive or combined-type ADHD who have a demonstrated attention issue.
AKL-T01 is indicated for adults...
07/02/2024
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FDA Approves First Schizophrenia Treatment in Over 3 Decades
09/27/2024
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Cobenfy (xanomeline and trospium chloride) capsules for oral use for the treatment of schizophrenia in adults.
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Cobenfy (xanomeline and trospium chloride) capsules for oral use for the treatment of schizophrenia in adults.
The US Food and Drug...
09/27/2024
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Expert Insights

psych congress family and friends podcast
Podcasts
A New Beginning, and a Fond Farewell
01/06/2025
Join Dr Rakesh Jain and Dr Craig Chepke for an insightful and heartfelt conversation in the inaugural Psych Congress Family & Friends Podcast. A discussion of feelings surrounding the recent passing of Dr Vladimir Maletic leads to an...
Join Dr Rakesh Jain and Dr Craig Chepke for an insightful and heartfelt conversation in the inaugural Psych Congress Family & Friends Podcast. A discussion of feelings surrounding the recent passing of Dr Vladimir Maletic leads to an...
Join Dr Rakesh Jain and Dr Craig...
01/06/2025
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psych congress family and friends podcast
Podcasts
Welcome to Psych Congress Family & Friends Hosted by Rakesh Jain and Craig Chepke
01/06/2025
Introducing our new psychiatry and psychopharmacology podcast aimed at enhancing your clinical practice in an approachable and heartfelt way, hosted by Rakesh Jain, MD, MPH, and Craig Chepke, MD, DFAPA. Subscribe now!
Introducing our new psychiatry and psychopharmacology podcast aimed at enhancing your clinical practice in an approachable and heartfelt way, hosted by Rakesh Jain, MD, MPH, and Craig Chepke, MD, DFAPA. Subscribe now!
Introducing our new psychiatry...
01/06/2025
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Brooke Kempf
Videos
Addressing Misconceptions About LAI Antipsychotics
01/06/2025
Kempf emphasizes the power of patient education, addressing myths, and involving families to ease the daily medication burden. 
Kempf emphasizes the power of patient education, addressing myths, and involving families to ease the daily medication burden. 
Kempf emphasizes the power of...
01/06/2025
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Desiree Matthews, PMHNP-BC, CEO
Videos
How to Navigate Insurance When Treating Tardive Dyskinesia
01/06/2025
In this video, Desiree Matthews, PMHNP-BC, discusses how to navigate insurance policies when treating tardive dyskinesia.
In this video, Desiree Matthews, PMHNP-BC, discusses how to navigate insurance policies when treating tardive dyskinesia.
In this video, Desiree Matthews,...
01/06/2025
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Live Meetings

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Rapid Refresh
Navigating Bipolar Disorder Treatment: Exploring the Role of Second-Generation Antipsychotics
04/11/2024

Featuring Andrew Penn, MS, PMHNP, and Julie Carbray, PhD, FPMHNP-BC, PMHCNS-BC, APRN

Featuring Andrew Penn, MS, PMHNP, and...
Andrew Penn, MS, PMHNP, and Julie Carbray, PhD, FPMHNP-BC, PMHCNS-BC, APRN, explore the nuanced role of second-generation antipsychotics in bipolar disorder treatment. They discuss the complexities of managing mania and depression phases and...
Andrew Penn, MS, PMHNP, and Julie Carbray, PhD, FPMHNP-BC, PMHCNS-BC, APRN, explore the nuanced role of second-generation antipsychotics in bipolar disorder treatment. They discuss the complexities of managing mania and depression phases and...
Andrew Penn, MS, PMHNP, and...
04/11/2024
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Amber Hoberg
Rapid Refresh
Long-Acting Injectables for Adolescents With Schizophrenia and Schizoaffective Disorder
04/10/2024
Amber Hoberg, PMHNP-BC, navigates the complexities of adolescent psychosis treatment, exploring the potential benefits and considerations of LAIs for schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder, while emphasizing evidence-based practice for...
Amber Hoberg, PMHNP-BC, navigates the complexities of adolescent psychosis treatment, exploring the potential benefits and considerations of LAIs for schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder, while emphasizing evidence-based practice for...
Amber Hoberg, PMHNP-BC,...
04/10/2024
Psych Congress NP Institute
Hoberg and Matthews
Clinical Pearls
Tolerability Testing in Long-Acting Injectable Prescriptions
04/03/2024
Do clinicians need to test for tolerability before prescribing a long-acting injectable (LAI)? Desiree Matthews, PMHNP-BC, and Amber Hoberg, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC, offer their clinical insight.
Do clinicians need to test for tolerability before prescribing a long-acting injectable (LAI)? Desiree Matthews, PMHNP-BC, and Amber Hoberg, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC, offer their clinical insight.
Do clinicians need to test for...
04/03/2024
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