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11/01/2024
Combination olanzapine/samidorphan (OLZ/SAM) maintained consistent symptom control in patients with schizophrenia or bipolar I disorder and demonstrated a favorable long-term safety profile over 4 years consistent with previous studies.
Combination olanzapine/samidorphan (OLZ/SAM) maintained consistent symptom control in patients with schizophrenia or bipolar I disorder and demonstrated a favorable long-term safety profile over 4 years consistent with previous studies.
Combination...
11/01/2024
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Delusion Themes Stay Consistent Across Psychosis Episodes
News
08/20/2024
Delusion content was similar across episodes of psychosis in patients who relapsed over a 2-year naturalistic course of care, according to a study published in JAMA Psychiatry. 
Delusion content was similar across episodes of psychosis in patients who relapsed over a 2-year naturalistic course of care, according to a study published in JAMA Psychiatry. 
Delusion content was similar...
08/20/2024
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04/08/2024
Ilperidone, already approved for acute schizophrenia treatment, received FDA approval on Friday for acute treatment of manic or mixed episodes associated with bipolar I in adults.
Ilperidone, already approved for acute schizophrenia treatment, received FDA approval on Friday for acute treatment of manic or mixed episodes associated with bipolar I in adults.
Ilperidone, already approved for...
04/08/2024
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Patients With First-Episode Psychosis Found to Have Cognitive Impairment Before Medication Use
News
03/26/2024
Patients with first-episode psychosis (FEP) were found to have cognitive impairment prior to their first use of antipsychotic medications, particularly with large effect sizes, according to recent meta-analysis results published in JAMA...
Patients with first-episode psychosis (FEP) were found to have cognitive impairment prior to their first use of antipsychotic medications, particularly with large effect sizes, according to recent meta-analysis results published in JAMA...
Patients with first-episode...
03/26/2024
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Young Adults Who Self-Harm May Be More at Risk of Psychosis Diagnosis
News
02/27/2024
Young adults and teenagers who presented to the hospital with self-harm were found to be more likely to receive a psychotic disorder diagnosis later in life, according to recent findings from a cohort study published in the journal...
Young adults and teenagers who presented to the hospital with self-harm were found to be more likely to receive a psychotic disorder diagnosis later in life, according to recent findings from a cohort study published in the journal...
Young adults and teenagers who...
02/27/2024
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Death risk increased by how much with a bipolar disorder diagnosis?
Quiz
02/26/2024
Do you remember the details of this study?
Do you remember the details of this study?
Do you remember the details of...
02/26/2024
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Bipolar Disorder Increases Mortality Risk More Than Smoking
News
02/05/2024
A diagnosis of bipolar disorder increased the risk of premature death more than smoking or being older than 60 years, according to study results published in Psychiatry Research.  
A diagnosis of bipolar disorder increased the risk of premature death more than smoking or being older than 60 years, according to study results published in Psychiatry Research.  
A diagnosis of bipolar disorder...
02/05/2024
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Brain with puzzle piece missing
News
01/03/2024
Daily vitamin B6 as adjunctive therapy to lithium was associated with the improvement of mood symptoms in hospitalized patients with bipolar disorder experiencing a manic episode.
Daily vitamin B6 as adjunctive therapy to lithium was associated with the improvement of mood symptoms in hospitalized patients with bipolar disorder experiencing a manic episode.
Daily vitamin B6 as adjunctive...
01/03/2024
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News
12/12/2023
In a recent trial conducted by Sheppard Pratt researchers, 80% of participants with treatment-resistant bipolar II met the criteria for remission 12 weeks after treatment that included psilocybin and therapy.
In a recent trial conducted by Sheppard Pratt researchers, 80% of participants with treatment-resistant bipolar II met the criteria for remission 12 weeks after treatment that included psilocybin and therapy.
In a recent trial conducted by...
12/12/2023
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News
11/15/2023
The type 2 diabetes drug metformin can help prevent, and in some cases reverse, weight gain in youth taking second-generation antipsychotics (SGAs) for BD, according to short-term data from a large-scale trial.
The type 2 diabetes drug metformin can help prevent, and in some cases reverse, weight gain in youth taking second-generation antipsychotics (SGAs) for BD, according to short-term data from a large-scale trial.
The type 2 diabetes drug...
11/15/2023
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News
04/28/2023
The FDA approved ABILIFY ASIMTUFII (aripiprazole), a long-acting injectable (LAI) medication for the treatment of schizophrenia and bipolar I disorder. 
The FDA approved ABILIFY ASIMTUFII (aripiprazole), a long-acting injectable (LAI) medication for the treatment of schizophrenia and bipolar I disorder. 
The FDA approved ABILIFY...
04/28/2023
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Videos

Phyllis Foxworth
Videos
05/18/2022
Phyllis Foxworth discusses how clinicians and patients can work together to more closely align their goals and outcomes when treating mood disorders, and explores realistic expectations for treatment and tips for family and friends of...
Phyllis Foxworth discusses how clinicians and patients can work together to more closely align their goals and outcomes when treating mood disorders, and explores realistic expectations for treatment and tips for family and friends of...
Phyllis Foxworth discusses how...
05/18/2022
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Phyllis Foxworth DBSA
Videos
03/25/2022
Phyllis Foxworth addresses how the COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated feelings of isolation in patients with bipolar 1 disorder (BD-I) and tools for clinicians who are treating these patients.
Phyllis Foxworth addresses how the COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated feelings of isolation in patients with bipolar 1 disorder (BD-I) and tools for clinicians who are treating these patients.
Phyllis Foxworth addresses how...
03/25/2022
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Dr Craig Chepke
Videos
03/04/2022
Craig Chepke, MD, FAPA, shares his key insights and takeaways regarding the burden on people living with bipolar I disorder, especially as it relates to the importance of person-centered care.
Craig Chepke, MD, FAPA, shares his key insights and takeaways regarding the burden on people living with bipolar I disorder, especially as it relates to the importance of person-centered care.
Craig Chepke, MD, FAPA, shares...
03/04/2022
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Dr Chepke
Videos
02/24/2022
Craig Chepke, MD, FAPA, discusses the impact of COVID-19 and the burden on people living with bipolar I disorder, specifically the important topics of isolation, medication trial and error, and stigma.
Craig Chepke, MD, FAPA, discusses the impact of COVID-19 and the burden on people living with bipolar I disorder, specifically the important topics of isolation, medication trial and error, and stigma.
Craig Chepke, MD, FAPA,...
02/24/2022
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rakesh jain
Videos
01/10/2022
Introducing the new journal club hosted by Rakesh Jain, MD, MPH. During this review, Dr Jain reviews an article from Translational Psychiatry.
Introducing the new journal club hosted by Rakesh Jain, MD, MPH. During this review, Dr Jain reviews an article from Translational Psychiatry.
Introducing the new journal club...
01/10/2022
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Pharmacogenetic Testing as a Tool in Bipolar Disorder Treatment
Videos
04/23/2021
Bipolar Disorders Section Editor Joseph F. Goldberg, MD, explains the utility and limitations of pharmacogenetics in the treatment of bipolar disorders.
Bipolar Disorders Section Editor Joseph F. Goldberg, MD, explains the utility and limitations of pharmacogenetics in the treatment of bipolar disorders.
Bipolar Disorders Section Editor...
04/23/2021
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Understanding Polarity-Proneness in Patients With Bipolar Disorder
Videos
04/23/2021
Bipolar Disorders Section Editor Joseph F. Goldberg, MD, explains the concept of polarity-proneness and why clinicians should assess it when treating patients with bipolar disorder.
Bipolar Disorders Section Editor Joseph F. Goldberg, MD, explains the concept of polarity-proneness and why clinicians should assess it when treating patients with bipolar disorder.
Bipolar Disorders Section Editor...
04/23/2021
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Considerations When Making a Bipolar Disorder Treatment Plan
Videos
04/22/2021
Jessica Whelan, DNP, APRN, FPMHNP-BC reviews the many factors that come in to play when she is developing a treatment plan for her patients with bipolar disorder.
Jessica Whelan, DNP, APRN, FPMHNP-BC reviews the many factors that come in to play when she is developing a treatment plan for her patients with bipolar disorder.
Jessica Whelan, DNP, APRN,...
04/22/2021
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Distinguishing Between Bipolar I Disorder and Bipolar II Disorder
Videos
04/21/2021
Bipolar Disorders Section Editor Joseph F. Goldberg, MD, explains some key distinctions between bipolar I disorder and bipolar II disorder and treatment implications of the differences. 
Bipolar Disorders Section Editor Joseph F. Goldberg, MD, explains some key distinctions between bipolar I disorder and bipolar II disorder and treatment implications of the differences. 
Bipolar Disorders Section Editor...
04/21/2021
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Bipolar Disorder and the Brain
Videos
03/30/2021
Jessica Whelan, DNP, APRN, FPMHNP-BC discusses the value of understanding the neurobiology behind bipolar disorder and how she explains it to her patients.
Jessica Whelan, DNP, APRN, FPMHNP-BC discusses the value of understanding the neurobiology behind bipolar disorder and how she explains it to her patients.
Jessica Whelan, DNP, APRN,...
03/30/2021
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Jonathan Meyer, MD
Videos
11/11/2024
Jonathan Meyer, MD, offers his clinical insights on schizophrenia management.
Jonathan Meyer, MD, offers his clinical insights on schizophrenia management.
Jonathan Meyer, MD, offers his...
11/11/2024
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Desiree Matthews
Schizophrenia Conference Insights
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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Marc Agronin
Videos
11/02/2024
Dr Marc Agronin discusses some easy prevention strategies for Alzheimer disease following his Psych Congress 2024 session "A New Era for Alzheimer’s Disease: Prevention, Early Diagnosis, Effective Intervention."
Dr Marc Agronin discusses some easy prevention strategies for Alzheimer disease following his Psych Congress 2024 session "A New Era for Alzheimer’s Disease: Prevention, Early Diagnosis, Effective Intervention."
Dr Marc Agronin discusses some...
11/02/2024
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Christoph Correll, MD.
Videos
10/28/2024
Christoph Correll, MD, offers clinical guidance for managing adverse affects from schizophrenia treatment, including weight gain and movement disorder
Christoph Correll, MD, offers clinical guidance for managing adverse affects from schizophrenia treatment, including weight gain and movement disorder
Christoph Correll, MD, offers...
10/28/2024
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Christoph Correll, MD
Videos
10/16/2024
Christoph Correll, MD, provides a thorough pharmacological overview of the traditional and novel treatments available for schizophrenia.
Christoph Correll, MD, provides a thorough pharmacological overview of the traditional and novel treatments available for schizophrenia.
Christoph Correll, MD, provides...
10/16/2024
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Christoph Correll, MD
Videos
10/08/2024
Christoph Correll, MD, reviews some of the key prodromal and accentuated psychotic symptoms that serve as early indicators of schizophrenia.
Christoph Correll, MD, reviews some of the key prodromal and accentuated psychotic symptoms that serve as early indicators of schizophrenia.
Christoph Correll, MD, reviews...
10/08/2024
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Desiree Matthews, PMHNP-BC, CEO
Videos
09/30/2024
Desiree Matthews, PMHNP-BC, CEO, Different MHP, highlights how providers can integrate medication management into their virtual practices—especially for patients needing long-acting injectable (LAI) antipsychotics.
Desiree Matthews, PMHNP-BC, CEO, Different MHP, highlights how providers can integrate medication management into their virtual practices—especially for patients needing long-acting injectable (LAI) antipsychotics.
Desiree Matthews, PMHNP-BC, CEO,...
09/30/2024
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Timothy Wilens, MD
Videos
09/18/2024
Timothy Wilens, MD, provides practical clinical guidance for supporting patients with ADHD through life transitions.
Timothy Wilens, MD, provides practical clinical guidance for supporting patients with ADHD through life transitions.
Timothy Wilens, MD, provides...
09/18/2024
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News Articles

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News
11/01/2024
Combination olanzapine/samidorphan (OLZ/SAM) maintained consistent symptom control in patients with schizophrenia or bipolar I disorder and demonstrated a favorable long-term safety profile over 4 years consistent with previous studies.
Combination olanzapine/samidorphan (OLZ/SAM) maintained consistent symptom control in patients with schizophrenia or bipolar I disorder and demonstrated a favorable long-term safety profile over 4 years consistent with previous studies.
Combination...
11/01/2024
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Delusion Themes Stay Consistent Across Psychosis Episodes
News
08/20/2024
Delusion content was similar across episodes of psychosis in patients who relapsed over a 2-year naturalistic course of care, according to a study published in JAMA Psychiatry. 
Delusion content was similar across episodes of psychosis in patients who relapsed over a 2-year naturalistic course of care, according to a study published in JAMA Psychiatry. 
Delusion content was similar...
08/20/2024
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News
04/08/2024
Ilperidone, already approved for acute schizophrenia treatment, received FDA approval on Friday for acute treatment of manic or mixed episodes associated with bipolar I in adults.
Ilperidone, already approved for acute schizophrenia treatment, received FDA approval on Friday for acute treatment of manic or mixed episodes associated with bipolar I in adults.
Ilperidone, already approved for...
04/08/2024
Psych Congress Network
Patients With First-Episode Psychosis Found to Have Cognitive Impairment Before Medication Use
News
03/26/2024
Patients with first-episode psychosis (FEP) were found to have cognitive impairment prior to their first use of antipsychotic medications, particularly with large effect sizes, according to recent meta-analysis results published in JAMA...
Patients with first-episode psychosis (FEP) were found to have cognitive impairment prior to their first use of antipsychotic medications, particularly with large effect sizes, according to recent meta-analysis results published in JAMA...
Patients with first-episode...
03/26/2024
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Young Adults Who Self-Harm May Be More at Risk of Psychosis Diagnosis
News
02/27/2024
Young adults and teenagers who presented to the hospital with self-harm were found to be more likely to receive a psychotic disorder diagnosis later in life, according to recent findings from a cohort study published in the journal...
Young adults and teenagers who presented to the hospital with self-harm were found to be more likely to receive a psychotic disorder diagnosis later in life, according to recent findings from a cohort study published in the journal...
Young adults and teenagers who...
02/27/2024
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Bipolar Disorder Increases Mortality Risk More Than Smoking
News
02/05/2024
A diagnosis of bipolar disorder increased the risk of premature death more than smoking or being older than 60 years, according to study results published in Psychiatry Research.  
A diagnosis of bipolar disorder increased the risk of premature death more than smoking or being older than 60 years, according to study results published in Psychiatry Research.  
A diagnosis of bipolar disorder...
02/05/2024
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Brain with puzzle piece missing
News
01/03/2024
Daily vitamin B6 as adjunctive therapy to lithium was associated with the improvement of mood symptoms in hospitalized patients with bipolar disorder experiencing a manic episode.
Daily vitamin B6 as adjunctive therapy to lithium was associated with the improvement of mood symptoms in hospitalized patients with bipolar disorder experiencing a manic episode.
Daily vitamin B6 as adjunctive...
01/03/2024
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News
12/12/2023
In a recent trial conducted by Sheppard Pratt researchers, 80% of participants with treatment-resistant bipolar II met the criteria for remission 12 weeks after treatment that included psilocybin and therapy.
In a recent trial conducted by Sheppard Pratt researchers, 80% of participants with treatment-resistant bipolar II met the criteria for remission 12 weeks after treatment that included psilocybin and therapy.
In a recent trial conducted by...
12/12/2023
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bipolar disorder graphic
News
11/15/2023
The type 2 diabetes drug metformin can help prevent, and in some cases reverse, weight gain in youth taking second-generation antipsychotics (SGAs) for BD, according to short-term data from a large-scale trial.
The type 2 diabetes drug metformin can help prevent, and in some cases reverse, weight gain in youth taking second-generation antipsychotics (SGAs) for BD, according to short-term data from a large-scale trial.
The type 2 diabetes drug...
11/15/2023
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News
04/28/2023
The FDA approved ABILIFY ASIMTUFII (aripiprazole), a long-acting injectable (LAI) medication for the treatment of schizophrenia and bipolar I disorder. 
The FDA approved ABILIFY ASIMTUFII (aripiprazole), a long-acting injectable (LAI) medication for the treatment of schizophrenia and bipolar I disorder. 
The FDA approved ABILIFY...
04/28/2023
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News
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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Adults Who Smoke Have More Chronic Pain, Use More Opioids
News
11/07/2024
Rates of chronic pain, prescription opioid use, and severe work limitations rise with the number of cigarettes smoked daily, according to study results published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine.
Rates of chronic pain, prescription opioid use, and severe work limitations rise with the number of cigarettes smoked daily, according to study results published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine.
Rates of chronic pain,...
11/07/2024
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Patient survey
News
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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Semaglutide May Lower Risk of Alzheimer Disease in Patients With Type 2 Diabetes
News
11/05/2024
Patients with type 2 diabetes and obesity prescribed semaglutide had a 40% to 70% lower risk of a first-time Alzheimer disease (AD) diagnosis compared with patients taking other antidiabetic medications, according to a study published in...
Patients with type 2 diabetes and obesity prescribed semaglutide had a 40% to 70% lower risk of a first-time Alzheimer disease (AD) diagnosis compared with patients taking other antidiabetic medications, according to a study published in...
Patients with type 2 diabetes...
11/05/2024
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News
11/04/2024
Adjunctive treatment with the atypical antipsychotic lumateperone improved depressive symptoms and severity more than adjunctive placebo in patients with MDD with inadequate response to previous antidepressant therapy, according to a poster...
Adjunctive treatment with the atypical antipsychotic lumateperone improved depressive symptoms and severity more than adjunctive placebo in patients with MDD with inadequate response to previous antidepressant therapy, according to a poster...
Adjunctive treatment with the...
11/04/2024
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Conference presenter
News
11/01/2024
Combination olanzapine/samidorphan (OLZ/SAM) maintained consistent symptom control in patients with schizophrenia or bipolar I disorder and demonstrated a favorable long-term safety profile over 4 years consistent with previous studies.
Combination olanzapine/samidorphan (OLZ/SAM) maintained consistent symptom control in patients with schizophrenia or bipolar I disorder and demonstrated a favorable long-term safety profile over 4 years consistent with previous studies.
Combination...
11/01/2024
Psych Congress Network
A person steps onto a scale
News
10/16/2024
Monlunabant was associated with statistically significant weight loss, but the drug was also linked with mild to moderate neuropsychiatric side effects.
Monlunabant was associated with statistically significant weight loss, but the drug was also linked with mild to moderate neuropsychiatric side effects.
Monlunabant was associated with...
10/16/2024
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Increase in Suicidality Associated With FDA Black Box Warning Implementation
News
10/11/2024
Black box warnings on antidepressants from the FDA warning of increased risk of suicidality were associated with a decline in mental health treatment and an increase in suicide attempts and deaths in young people, according to a systematic...
Black box warnings on antidepressants from the FDA warning of increased risk of suicidality were associated with a decline in mental health treatment and an increase in suicide attempts and deaths in young people, according to a systematic...
Black box warnings on...
10/11/2024
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An orange prescription container with generic pills spilling out in front of it
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10/10/2024
A masked drug taper combined with cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBTI) were associated with improved benzodiazepine receptor agonist discontinuation in patients receiving treatment for insomnia
A masked drug taper combined with cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBTI) were associated with improved benzodiazepine receptor agonist discontinuation in patients receiving treatment for insomnia
A masked drug taper combined...
10/10/2024
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Bright Light Therapy Effective for Depressive Disorders, May Improve Treatment Response Time
News
10/09/2024
Bright light therapy (BLT) may be an effective adjunctive treatment for non-seasonal depressive disorders and improve response time for the initial treatment, according to results from a recent systematic review and meta-analysis published in...
Bright light therapy (BLT) may be an effective adjunctive treatment for non-seasonal depressive disorders and improve response time for the initial treatment, according to results from a recent systematic review and meta-analysis published in...
Bright light therapy (BLT) may...
10/09/2024
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Death risk increased by how much with a bipolar disorder diagnosis?
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01/11/2022
According to a recent survey, which of the following concerns did patients with bipolar-I disorder report?
According to a recent survey, which of the following concerns did patients with bipolar-I disorder report?
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09/17/2024
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Blogs

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07/30/2015
This year at orientation, there was a huge elephant in the room.
This year at orientation, there was a huge elephant in the room.
This year at orientation, there...
07/30/2015
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02/19/2015
Ode to Dr. Quinn Leslie who has paved the path to accepting non-perfectionism.
Ode to Dr. Quinn Leslie who has paved the path to accepting non-perfectionism.
Ode to Dr. Quinn Leslie who has...
02/19/2015
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02/04/2015
Clinical pearls from the Psych Congress annual meeting.
Clinical pearls from the Psych Congress annual meeting.
Clinical pearls from the Psych...
02/04/2015
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Blog
11/11/2014
Bipolar disorder affects approximately 2% to 3% of the population and is the sixth leading cause of disability worldwide.
Bipolar disorder affects approximately 2% to 3% of the population and is the sixth leading cause of disability worldwide.
Bipolar disorder affects...
11/11/2014
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Blog
08/18/2014
To have experienced delusions, psychosis, and suicidal ideation is to be Undermined by one’s self.
To have experienced delusions, psychosis, and suicidal ideation is to be Undermined by one’s self.
To have experienced delusions,...
08/18/2014
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Blog
05/07/2014
Although the diagnostic criteria for the two conditions seem distinctive at first glance, there is a significant degree of variability of symptom presentation.
Although the diagnostic criteria for the two conditions seem distinctive at first glance, there is a significant degree of variability of symptom presentation.
Although the diagnostic criteria...
05/07/2014
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Blog
03/18/2014
Help me to let go and Live, to bloom in resonance with the rest of our passionate universe. To see my own life as something sacred and not just a death sentence to serve until it is finally over.
Help me to let go and Live, to bloom in resonance with the rest of our passionate universe. To see my own life as something sacred and not just a death sentence to serve until it is finally over.
Help me to let go and Live, to...
03/18/2014
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Blog
02/21/2014
To truly recover, the questions surrounding survival become more basic, more fundamental, and less focused on a particular disorder. They become more about life.
To truly recover, the questions surrounding survival become more basic, more fundamental, and less focused on a particular disorder. They become more about life.
To truly recover, the questions...
02/21/2014
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Blog
01/17/2014
The foundational piece in each part of my journey today has been my relationship with my treatment team. When treating a client, it is important to remember that you may be the only close relationship they have or can trust.
The foundational piece in each part of my journey today has been my relationship with my treatment team. When treating a client, it is important to remember that you may be the only close relationship they have or can trust.
The foundational piece in each...
01/17/2014
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12/18/2013
Years after my time in the VA hospital, I had been asked to present back at the hospital in which I was once a patient. In the back row was an MD who seemed to be on the brink of tears. This was the doctor I thought was trying to kill me when...
Years after my time in the VA hospital, I had been asked to present back at the hospital in which I was once a patient. In the back row was an MD who seemed to be on the brink of tears. This was the doctor I thought was trying to kill me when...
Years after my time in the VA...
12/18/2013
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07/29/2024
In this highly anticipated sequel to his 2022 blog, Marc Agronin, MD, geriatric psychiatry section editor at Psych Congress Network, offers deeper expert clinical insights on Alzheimer disease prevention.
In this highly anticipated sequel to his 2022 blog, Marc Agronin, MD, geriatric psychiatry section editor at Psych Congress Network, offers deeper expert clinical insights on Alzheimer disease prevention.
In this highly anticipated...
07/29/2024
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Rakesh Amin, MD.
Blog
06/13/2023
Rakesh Amin, MD, discusses the importance of partnering with patients and caregivers to set treatment goals and the importance of introducing long-acting injectables earlier in the treatment of schizophrenia.
Rakesh Amin, MD, discusses the importance of partnering with patients and caregivers to set treatment goals and the importance of introducing long-acting injectables earlier in the treatment of schizophrenia.
Rakesh Amin, MD, discusses the...
06/13/2023
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Marc Agronin, MD.
Blog
08/30/2022
Psych Congress Network Section Editor Mark Agronin, MD, provides expert clinical insights on reducing the risk for Alzheimer disease and delaying its onset and progression.
Psych Congress Network Section Editor Mark Agronin, MD, provides expert clinical insights on reducing the risk for Alzheimer disease and delaying its onset and progression.
Psych Congress Network Section...
08/30/2022
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Ed Jones, PhD
Blog
07/28/2022
Ed Jones, PhD, discusses the need for a clinical refocusing that includes broad access to psychosocial solutions and ensuring socially informed clinicians can help underserved communities.
Ed Jones, PhD, discusses the need for a clinical refocusing that includes broad access to psychosocial solutions and ensuring socially informed clinicians can help underserved communities.
Ed Jones, PhD, discusses the...
07/28/2022
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Ed Jones, PhD
Perspective
07/21/2022
Ed Jones, PhD: "We miss this psychosocial aspect of care today...What is missing?  We need psychotherapists based in primary care, often focused on mundane issues rather than the complexities of diagnosis or treatment."
Ed Jones, PhD: "We miss this psychosocial aspect of care today...What is missing?  We need psychotherapists based in primary care, often focused on mundane issues rather than the complexities of diagnosis or treatment."
Ed Jones, PhD: "We miss this...
07/21/2022
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Chan_Khan_Digital Mental Health
Blog
04/27/2022
Steven Chan, MD, MBA, and Burhan Ahmed Khan, MD, discuss how to encourage patients to use digital mental health apps.
Steven Chan, MD, MBA, and Burhan Ahmed Khan, MD, discuss how to encourage patients to use digital mental health apps.
Steven Chan, MD, MBA, and Burhan...
04/27/2022
Psychiatry & Behavioral Health
Chan_Khan_Digital Mental Health
Blog
04/21/2022
Steven Chan, MD, MBA, and Burhan Ahmed Khan, MD, navigating quality issues with digital mental health applications.
Steven Chan, MD, MBA, and Burhan Ahmed Khan, MD, navigating quality issues with digital mental health applications.
Steven Chan, MD, MBA, and Burhan...
04/21/2022
Psychiatry & Behavioral Health
Andrew Penn, RN, MS, NP, CNS, APRN-BC
Blog
03/04/2022
Andrew Penn, NP, explains mentoring, how to find one as an NP, and what to do when you have found a possible mentor. He gives practical advice, questions to ask, and avenues to find the right fit.
Andrew Penn, NP, explains mentoring, how to find one as an NP, and what to do when you have found a possible mentor. He gives practical advice, questions to ask, and avenues to find the right fit.
Andrew Penn, NP, explains...
03/04/2022
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Julie Bailey
Blog
02/08/2022
In this blog, Julie Bailey, LCPC, shares her insights on providing a safe space for patients to discuss these social anxieties, as well as tips to share with patients about slowly reintegrating into life after COVID-19.
In this blog, Julie Bailey, LCPC, shares her insights on providing a safe space for patients to discuss these social anxieties, as well as tips to share with patients about slowly reintegrating into life after COVID-19.
In this blog, Julie Bailey,...
02/08/2022
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major depressive disorder
Blog
01/31/2022
Mental health advocate, Dorothy Watson shares her insights about the impact the pandemic has had on mental health and where we go from here.
Mental health advocate, Dorothy Watson shares her insights about the impact the pandemic has had on mental health and where we go from here.
Mental health advocate, Dorothy...
01/31/2022
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Posters

Valbenazine is indicated for once-daily treatment of tardive dyskinesia (TD), a movement disorder associated with prolonged antipsychotic exposure. Data from 3 long-term studies (KINECT™-...
10/26/2023
Veterans Intensive Primary Care Mental Health Integration Bootcamp (VIP Bootcamp): An upstream solution to Mental Health(MH) access issues within the VA system
10/26/2023
Results of a phase IV, open-label safety study evaluating viloxazine ER (Qelbree®) administered with psychostimulants in pediatric (6-17 years) ADHD; morning vs. evening administration of...
10/26/2023
Catatonia is a psychomotor syndrome with well-defined clinical characteristics, although the neurological mechanisms involved remain unknown. In this study, we report a case of a patient ...
10/26/2023
In the SKYLARK Study, zuranolone 50 mg was generally well tolerated in adults with postpartum depression; treatment-emergent adverse events (TEAEs) led to zuranolone dose reduction and di...
10/26/2023
Routine implementation of pharmacogenomic testing for mental health and other conditions treated in primary care may require overcoming barriers such as cost to the patient and knowledge ...
10/26/2023
This study examined the utilization pattern of augmentation with atypical antipsychotics after partial or no response to antidepressants in patients with MDD. The antidepressant prescript...
10/26/2023
The Rapid Mood Screener (RMS) is a self-administered screening tool to help differentiate bipolar I disorder from major depressive disorder. Cases were identified from a primary care sett...
10/26/2023
This case report discusses the safety and efficacy of VMAT2 inhibitors in treating antipsychotic induced tardive dyskinesia in adults >55 years old. It also highlights the increased ri...
10/26/2023
The subject matter of the poster includes a case report of a patient with treatment refractory catatonia whose condition rapidly improved following a game of chess, one of the patient's k...
10/26/2023

Practice Tools

Saundra's Corner
01/28/2019
How to Use The Mood Disorder Questionnaire (MDQ) can be administered either by the clinician or self-administered by the patient.   The MDQ consists of 15 questions and takes about 5 minutes to complete. The first 13 questions about...
How to Use The Mood Disorder Questionnaire (MDQ) can be administered either by the clinician or self-administered by the patient.   The MDQ consists of 15 questions and takes about 5 minutes to complete. The first 13 questions about...
How to Use The Mood Disorder...
01/28/2019
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Saundra's Corner
09/30/2016
How to Use Quick Inventory of Depressive Symptomatology (Self-Report)  (QIDS-SR-16) has proven useful for many years as a way of determining a patient’s level of depression before, during, and after treatment. It is...
How to Use Quick Inventory of Depressive Symptomatology (Self-Report)  (QIDS-SR-16) has proven useful for many years as a way of determining a patient’s level of depression before, during, and after treatment. It is...
How to...
09/30/2016
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Saundra's Corner
09/28/2016
How to Use The Bipolar Spectrum Diagnostic Scale (BSDS) is a descriptive story that captures subtle features of bipolar illness. It does not provide a “yes” or “no” answer to whether or not a patient has bipolar disorder – it addresses the...
How to Use The Bipolar Spectrum Diagnostic Scale (BSDS) is a descriptive story that captures subtle features of bipolar illness. It does not provide a “yes” or “no” answer to whether or not a patient has bipolar disorder – it addresses the...
How to Use The Bipolar Spectrum...
09/28/2016
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Saundra's Corner
01/29/2019
  Click here for Medication Adherence Rating Scale (MARS) - page 7      The total score ranges from 0-10 with a higher score indicating better adherence   Strengths Self-report...
  Click here for Medication Adherence Rating Scale (MARS) - page 7      The total score ranges from 0-10 with a higher score indicating better adherence   Strengths Self-report...
  Click here for...
01/29/2019
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Saundra's Corner
01/28/2019
Click here for website for SDS How to Use The SDS is a brief, 5-item self-report tool that assesses functional impairment in work/school, social life, and family life.  How to Score Total score 0-30 (0 unimpaired, 30 highly...
Click here for website for SDS How to Use The SDS is a brief, 5-item self-report tool that assesses functional impairment in work/school, social life, and family life.  How to Score Total score 0-30 (0 unimpaired, 30 highly...
Click here for website for SDS...
01/28/2019
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Saundra's Corner
01/28/2019
  How to Use The Brief Psychiatric Rating Scale (BPRS) is a comprehensive 24-item symptom scale. The BPRS is used as part of a clinical interview in which the clinician makes...
  How to Use The Brief Psychiatric Rating Scale (BPRS) is a comprehensive 24-item symptom scale. The BPRS is used as part of a clinical interview in which the clinician makes...
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01/28/2019
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Saundra's Corner
01/28/2019
How to Use The MINI is a widely used psychiatric structured diagnostic interview instrument.  To keep the interview brief, tell the patient the interview is structured and requires only “yes” or “no” answers.   The MINI...
How to Use The MINI is a widely used psychiatric structured diagnostic interview instrument.  To keep the interview brief, tell the patient the interview is structured and requires only “yes” or “no” answers.   The MINI...
How to Use The MINI is...
01/28/2019
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Saundra's Corner
01/28/2019
How to Use The MINI Screen is a subset (2 pages) of the complete MINI and acts as a tool to refer healthcare providers to the complete MINI.   Click here for the website for the MINI Screen     How to...
How to Use The MINI Screen is a subset (2 pages) of the complete MINI and acts as a tool to refer healthcare providers to the complete MINI.   Click here for the website for the MINI Screen     How to...
How to Use The MINI Screen...
01/28/2019
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Saundra's Corner
01/28/2019
How to Use The Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9) is a brief, 9-item self-report screening tool that may help identify symptoms that could relate to depression. The PHQ-9 was developed for use in primary care...
How to Use The Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9) is a brief, 9-item self-report screening tool that may help identify symptoms that could relate to depression. The PHQ-9 was developed for use in primary care...
How to Use The Patient Health...
01/28/2019
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Saundra's Corner
01/28/2019
How to Use Five items rated on 6-point Likert scale Subjective quality of life based on positive mood (good spirits, relaxation), vitality (being active and waking up fresh and rested), and general interest (being interested in...
How to Use Five items rated on 6-point Likert scale Subjective quality of life based on positive mood (good spirits, relaxation), vitality (being active and waking up fresh and rested), and general interest (being interested in...
How to Use Five items rated...
01/28/2019
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Saundra's Corner
01/28/2019
How to Use The Beck Depression Inventory-II (BDI-II): 1996 revision of the BDI 21-item self-report multiple-choice inventory ~ 10 minutes to...
How to Use The Beck Depression Inventory-II (BDI-II): 1996 revision of the BDI 21-item self-report multiple-choice inventory ~ 10 minutes to...
How to...
01/28/2019
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Saundra's Corner
01/28/2019
How to Use The Mood Disorder Questionnaire (MDQ) can be administered either by the clinician or self-administered by the patient.   The MDQ consists of 15 questions and takes about 5 minutes to complete. The first 13 questions about...
How to Use The Mood Disorder Questionnaire (MDQ) can be administered either by the clinician or self-administered by the patient.   The MDQ consists of 15 questions and takes about 5 minutes to complete. The first 13 questions about...
How to Use The Mood Disorder...
01/28/2019
Psych Congress Network
Saundra's Corner
01/28/2019
  Click here for a PDF of the HAM-A     Developed in 1959 by Dr. M. Hamilton, the scale has proven useful not only in following individual patients but also in...
  Click here for a PDF of the HAM-A     Developed in 1959 by Dr. M. Hamilton, the scale has proven useful not only in following individual patients but also in...
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01/28/2019
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