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03/21/2025
Jolynn Tumolo
A novel 78-minute accelerated theta-burst stimulation (aTBS) protocol reduced depression severity in patients with treatment-resistant depression (TRD), according to results from a randomized clinical trial published in JAMA Psychiatry.
A novel 78-minute accelerated theta-burst stimulation (aTBS) protocol reduced depression severity in patients with treatment-resistant depression (TRD), according to results from a randomized clinical trial published in JAMA Psychiatry.
A novel 78-minute accelerated...
03/21/2025
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A doctor and patient talk
News
03/04/2025
Jolynn Tumolo
In older adults with normal cognition, depressive symptoms were not consistently associated with amyloid pathology. Meanwhile, depressive symptoms were associated with a reduced likelihood of amyloid pathology in older adults with mild...
In older adults with normal cognition, depressive symptoms were not consistently associated with amyloid pathology. Meanwhile, depressive symptoms were associated with a reduced likelihood of amyloid pathology in older adults with mild...
In older adults with normal...
03/04/2025
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News
02/03/2025
Jolynn Tumolo
Elevated translocator protein (TSPO) binding, a marker of neuroinflammatory processes, was associated with more pronounced daily suicidal ideation and negative affect during real-world stress in patients with major depressive disorder (MDD).
Elevated translocator protein (TSPO) binding, a marker of neuroinflammatory processes, was associated with more pronounced daily suicidal ideation and negative affect during real-world stress in patients with major depressive disorder (MDD).
Elevated translocator protein...
02/03/2025
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News
01/02/2025
Jolynn Tumolo
Recent studies investigating the real-world experience of patients with treatment-resistant depression (TRD) are scarce, according to findings from a systematic literature review published in Advances in Therapy.
Recent studies investigating the real-world experience of patients with treatment-resistant depression (TRD) are scarce, according to findings from a systematic literature review published in Advances in Therapy.
Recent studies investigating the...
01/02/2025
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12/23/2024
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12/23/2024
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Are men or women more affected by depressive episodes?
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12/17/2024
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12/17/2024
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News
11/15/2024
Jolynn Tumolo
The comorbidity of depression and sports-related concussion amplifies symptoms of both conditions, according to study findings published in Brain Research.
The comorbidity of depression and sports-related concussion amplifies symptoms of both conditions, according to study findings published in Brain Research.
The comorbidity of depression...
11/15/2024
Psych Congress Network
Bright Light Therapy Effective for Depressive Disorders, May Improve Treatment Response Time
News
10/09/2024
Evi Arthur
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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10/03/2024
Jolynn Tumolo
High-dose psilocybin demonstrated an effect similar to escitalopram for the treatment of depressive symptoms in a recent systematic review and meta-analysis published in The BMJ.
High-dose psilocybin demonstrated an effect similar to escitalopram for the treatment of depressive symptoms in a recent systematic review and meta-analysis published in The BMJ.
High-dose psilocybin...
10/03/2024
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News
09/09/2024
Brionna Mendoza
Increasing depression symptoms in older adults were associated with early amyloid accumulation in regions responsible for emotional control, and may foretell later Alzheimer Disease (AD) development
Increasing depression symptoms in older adults were associated with early amyloid accumulation in regions responsible for emotional control, and may foretell later Alzheimer Disease (AD) development
Increasing depression symptoms...
09/09/2024
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News
08/07/2024
Jolynn Tumolo
Adding internet and phone support to a family practitioner review for possible discontinuation of long-term antidepressants provided small additional benefits.
Adding internet and phone support to a family practitioner review for possible discontinuation of long-term antidepressants provided small additional benefits.
Adding internet and phone...
08/07/2024
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3 medical professionals stand together talking in the hallway of a medical facility
News
03/21/2025
Jolynn Tumolo
A novel 78-minute accelerated theta-burst stimulation (aTBS) protocol reduced depression severity in patients with treatment-resistant depression (TRD), according to results from a randomized clinical trial published in JAMA Psychiatry.
A novel 78-minute accelerated theta-burst stimulation (aTBS) protocol reduced depression severity in patients with treatment-resistant depression (TRD), according to results from a randomized clinical trial published in JAMA Psychiatry.
A novel 78-minute accelerated...
03/21/2025
Psych Congress Network
A doctor and patient talk
News
03/04/2025
Jolynn Tumolo
In older adults with normal cognition, depressive symptoms were not consistently associated with amyloid pathology. Meanwhile, depressive symptoms were associated with a reduced likelihood of amyloid pathology in older adults with mild...
In older adults with normal cognition, depressive symptoms were not consistently associated with amyloid pathology. Meanwhile, depressive symptoms were associated with a reduced likelihood of amyloid pathology in older adults with mild...
In older adults with normal...
03/04/2025
Psych Congress Network
A woman holds her forehead looking stressed
News
02/03/2025
Jolynn Tumolo
Elevated translocator protein (TSPO) binding, a marker of neuroinflammatory processes, was associated with more pronounced daily suicidal ideation and negative affect during real-world stress in patients with major depressive disorder (MDD).
Elevated translocator protein (TSPO) binding, a marker of neuroinflammatory processes, was associated with more pronounced daily suicidal ideation and negative affect during real-world stress in patients with major depressive disorder (MDD).
Elevated translocator protein...
02/03/2025
Psych Congress Network
A person completes a puzzle of a profile of a head, with a piece missing from where the brain is located.
News
01/02/2025
Jolynn Tumolo
Recent studies investigating the real-world experience of patients with treatment-resistant depression (TRD) are scarce, according to findings from a systematic literature review published in Advances in Therapy.
Recent studies investigating the real-world experience of patients with treatment-resistant depression (TRD) are scarce, according to findings from a systematic literature review published in Advances in Therapy.
Recent studies investigating the...
01/02/2025
Psych Congress Network
A doctor examines a patient who has a head injury from soccer
News
11/15/2024
Jolynn Tumolo
The comorbidity of depression and sports-related concussion amplifies symptoms of both conditions, according to study findings published in Brain Research.
The comorbidity of depression and sports-related concussion amplifies symptoms of both conditions, according to study findings published in Brain Research.
The comorbidity of depression...
11/15/2024
Psych Congress Network
Bright Light Therapy Effective for Depressive Disorders, May Improve Treatment Response Time
News
10/09/2024
Evi Arthur
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
Psych Congress Network
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News
10/03/2024
Jolynn Tumolo
High-dose psilocybin demonstrated an effect similar to escitalopram for the treatment of depressive symptoms in a recent systematic review and meta-analysis published in The BMJ.
High-dose psilocybin demonstrated an effect similar to escitalopram for the treatment of depressive symptoms in a recent systematic review and meta-analysis published in The BMJ.
High-dose psilocybin...
10/03/2024
Psych Congress Network
An elderly woman sits on a couch
News
09/09/2024
Brionna Mendoza
Increasing depression symptoms in older adults were associated with early amyloid accumulation in regions responsible for emotional control, and may foretell later Alzheimer Disease (AD) development
Increasing depression symptoms in older adults were associated with early amyloid accumulation in regions responsible for emotional control, and may foretell later Alzheimer Disease (AD) development
Increasing depression symptoms...
09/09/2024
Psych Congress Network
A health care professional reviews paperwork while sitting at a desk in front of a computer
News
08/07/2024
Jolynn Tumolo
Adding internet and phone support to a family practitioner review for possible discontinuation of long-term antidepressants provided small additional benefits.
Adding internet and phone support to a family practitioner review for possible discontinuation of long-term antidepressants provided small additional benefits.
Adding internet and phone...
08/07/2024
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Secondary Analysis Shows Which Patients With TRD Benefit Most From Ketamine
News
07/24/2024
Jolynn Tumolo
Ketamine was associated with greater treatment response than electroconvulsive therapy in patients with nonpsychotic treatment-resistant depression who had moderately severe or severe pretreatment symptoms and who initiated treatment as...
Ketamine was associated with greater treatment response than electroconvulsive therapy in patients with nonpsychotic treatment-resistant depression who had moderately severe or severe pretreatment symptoms and who initiated treatment as...
Ketamine was associated with...
07/24/2024
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News
03/24/2025
Jolynn Tumolo
Plans have been announced for a phase II clinical study of investigational lithium therapy AL001 for MDD, focusing on its unique properties and its effect on lithium delivery in the brain compared with marketed lithium salts.
Plans have been announced for a phase II clinical study of investigational lithium therapy AL001 for MDD, focusing on its unique properties and its effect on lithium delivery in the brain compared with marketed lithium salts.
Plans have been announced for a...
03/24/2025
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News
03/24/2025
Jolynn Tumolo
To avoid misperceptions that current labeling for buprenorphine-containing transmucosal products includes a maximum daily dose, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is encouraging the submission of supplemental new drug applications to...
To avoid misperceptions that current labeling for buprenorphine-containing transmucosal products includes a maximum daily dose, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is encouraging the submission of supplemental new drug applications to...
To avoid misperceptions that...
03/24/2025
Psych Congress Network
3 medical professionals stand together talking in the hallway of a medical facility
News
03/21/2025
Jolynn Tumolo
A novel 78-minute accelerated theta-burst stimulation (aTBS) protocol reduced depression severity in patients with treatment-resistant depression (TRD), according to results from a randomized clinical trial published in JAMA Psychiatry.
A novel 78-minute accelerated theta-burst stimulation (aTBS) protocol reduced depression severity in patients with treatment-resistant depression (TRD), according to results from a randomized clinical trial published in JAMA Psychiatry.
A novel 78-minute accelerated...
03/21/2025
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News
03/18/2025
Jolynn Tumolo
A genetic predisposition to traits including neuroticism, cognitive function, and sleep patterns were significantly associated with the development of treatment-resistant depression (TRD) in a cohort study published in JAMA Psychiatry.
A genetic predisposition to traits including neuroticism, cognitive function, and sleep patterns were significantly associated with the development of treatment-resistant depression (TRD) in a cohort study published in JAMA Psychiatry.
A genetic predisposition to...
03/18/2025
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News
03/13/2025
Jolynn Tumolo
Nine weeks of low-dose semaglutide decreased the amount of alcohol consumed, relative to placebo, in a laboratory test involving adults with AUD who were not seeking treatment, study finds.
Nine weeks of low-dose semaglutide decreased the amount of alcohol consumed, relative to placebo, in a laboratory test involving adults with AUD who were not seeking treatment, study finds.
Nine weeks of low-dose...
03/13/2025
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News
03/12/2025
Jolynn Tumolo
Barriers may be hampering the use of medications for opioid use disorder (MOUD) in US emergency departments (EDs), according to results from a systematic review published in the Journal of Substance Use & Addiction Treatment.
Barriers may be hampering the use of medications for opioid use disorder (MOUD) in US emergency departments (EDs), according to results from a systematic review published in the Journal of Substance Use & Addiction Treatment.
Barriers may be hampering the...
03/12/2025
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03/12/2025
Jolynn Tumolo
Machine learning models used routine clinical data from electronic health records to predict progression to schizophrenia and bipolar disorder within 5 years for patients with pre-existing mental illness, according to a study published in...
Machine learning models used routine clinical data from electronic health records to predict progression to schizophrenia and bipolar disorder within 5 years for patients with pre-existing mental illness, according to a study published in...
Machine learning models used...
03/12/2025
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News
03/05/2025
Jolynn Tumolo
More than 5 years of continuous treatment with dopamine D2 receptor-blocking long-acting injectable (LAI) antipsychotics does not appear to increase the risk of breakthrough psychosis in patients with first-episode schizophrenia.
More than 5 years of continuous treatment with dopamine D2 receptor-blocking long-acting injectable (LAI) antipsychotics does not appear to increase the risk of breakthrough psychosis in patients with first-episode schizophrenia.
More than 5 years of continuous...
03/05/2025
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A doctor and patient talk
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03/04/2025
Jolynn Tumolo
In older adults with normal cognition, depressive symptoms were not consistently associated with amyloid pathology. Meanwhile, depressive symptoms were associated with a reduced likelihood of amyloid pathology in older adults with mild...
In older adults with normal cognition, depressive symptoms were not consistently associated with amyloid pathology. Meanwhile, depressive symptoms were associated with a reduced likelihood of amyloid pathology in older adults with mild...
In older adults with normal...
03/04/2025
Psych Congress Network
A woman lies on the couch holding an ice pack to her head
News
03/03/2025
Jolynn Tumolo
Mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) that occurred in the context of psychological trauma was associated with poorer long-term outcomes, including greater posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) severity, postconcussive symptoms, and disability.
Mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) that occurred in the context of psychological trauma was associated with poorer long-term outcomes, including greater posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) severity, postconcussive symptoms, and disability.
Mild traumatic brain injury...
03/03/2025
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12/23/2024
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12/23/2024
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Are men or women more affected by depressive episodes?
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12/17/2024
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12/17/2024
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03/04/2024
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03/04/2024
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01/08/2024
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01/08/2024
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11/20/2023
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11/20/2023
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09/25/2023
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09/25/2023
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05/07/2023
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05/07/2023
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12/09/2022
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12/09/2022
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01/24/2022
According to new research, can digital CBT for prenatal insomnia help to prevent postpartum depression and anxiety?
According to new research, can digital CBT for prenatal insomnia help to prevent postpartum depression and anxiety?
According to new research, can...
01/24/2022
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Childhood Depression
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08/13/2021
What effect does childhood depression have on adulthood? Take the quiz to find out!
What effect does childhood depression have on adulthood? Take the quiz to find out!
What effect does childhood...
08/13/2021
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03/18/2025
Steven Chan, MD, MBA; Meagan Thistle
According to Psych Congress Steering Committee Member Steven Chan, MD, MBA, which of the following are important considerations when selecting and implementing digital therapeutics for the treatment of MDD?
According to Psych Congress Steering Committee Member Steven Chan, MD, MBA, which of the following are important considerations when selecting and implementing digital therapeutics for the treatment of MDD?
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03/18/2025
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Did OUD diagnoses increase or decrease in VHA patients?
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02/25/2025
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02/25/2025
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02/21/2025
Charles L. Raison, MD
True or False: According to Psych Congress Steering Committee Member, Charles Raison, MD, the first-line treatment for primary insomnia is medication, including benzodiazepines.
True or False: According to Psych Congress Steering Committee Member, Charles Raison, MD, the first-line treatment for primary insomnia is medication, including benzodiazepines.
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02/21/2025
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02/21/2025
Meagan Thistle
Is cariprazine FDA-approved as an adjunctive treatment for major depressive disorder (MDD)? What is another FDA-approved indication for this drug? Take the quiz to test your psychopharmacology knowledge!
Is cariprazine FDA-approved as an adjunctive treatment for major depressive disorder (MDD)? What is another FDA-approved indication for this drug? Take the quiz to test your psychopharmacology knowledge!
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02/21/2025
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How many US Psychiatric Hospitals Provided Medications for OUD?
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02/06/2025
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02/06/2025
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02/03/2025
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02/03/2025
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How many people with anxiety disorders receive treatment?
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01/28/2025
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01/28/2025
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How can clinicians help patients with ADHD transition from adolescence to adulthood?
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01/22/2025
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01/22/2025
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01/21/2025
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01/21/2025
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01/15/2025
Meagan Thistle
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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Depression treatment remains a significant clinical challenge due to the variability in patient responses to antidepressant medications. Outside of pharmacogenetic testing, established mo...
11/26/2024
BACKGROUND: Esketamine nasal spray and transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) are used for treatment-resistant depression (TRD), but little is known about the sequence in which these the...
11/26/2024
BACKGROUND: Clinical trials for esketamine nasal spray in treatment resistant depression (TRD) often assess efficacy using Montgomery-Asberg Depression Rating Scale (MADRS)-based primary ...
11/26/2024
BACKGROUND: Both esketamine nasal spray and transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) are indicated for treatment-resistant depression (TRD), but there are no guidelines on the sequence of...
11/26/2024
BACKGROUND: Esketamine nasal spray and second-generation antipsychotic augmentation (SGA) are approved therapies for treatment-resistant depression (TRD). Prospective randomized ESCAPE-TR...
11/26/2024
Hypothesis/Objective: To evaluate the impact of centanafadine (CTN)—a norepinephrine, dopamine, serotonin reuptake inhibitor—on patient-reported assessment of the frequency of core sympto...
11/26/2024
Background: We report secondary/exploratory endpoints assessing patient-reported depressive symptoms, insomnia symptoms, and health-related quality of life (HRQoL) from a phase 3, double-...
11/26/2024
KarXT is a novel treatment that does not directly block dopamine D2 receptors. A new drug application for KarXT was recently accepted by the FDA to treat schizophrenia in adults. As KarXT...
11/26/2024
Introduction: Digital therapeutics (DTx) are a new treatment class for major depressive disorder (MDD). CT-152 is a novel prescription DTx recently cleared by the FDA. This randomized con...
11/26/2024