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People With PCOS More At Risk for Eating Disorders
News
08/27/2024
Evi Arthur
People with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) could be more at risk for eating disorders than people without PCOS, according to recent results from a review and meta-analysis published in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism. 
People with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) could be more at risk for eating disorders than people without PCOS, according to recent results from a review and meta-analysis published in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism. 
People with polycystic ovarian...
08/27/2024
Psych Congress Network
Young woman sleeping
News
06/13/2024
Meagan Thistle
Adolescents with higher levels of adiposity may be more susceptible to the cognitive effects of sleep restriction than those with lower adiposity, according to a recent single-blind randomized crossover trial.
Adolescents with higher levels of adiposity may be more susceptible to the cognitive effects of sleep restriction than those with lower adiposity, according to a recent single-blind randomized crossover trial.
Adolescents with higher levels...
06/13/2024
Neurology
From Neurology
Does the APA recommend electrocardiograms for patients with eating disorders?
Quiz
05/24/2024
Test your diagnostic knowledge!
Test your diagnostic knowledge!
Test your diagnostic knowledge!
05/24/2024
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‘Nonresponsive’ Parental Feeding Practices Could Contribute to Adolescent Eating Disorders
News
04/24/2024
Evi Arthur
Nonresponsive parental feeding practices were associated with a greater frequency of disordered eating and specific eating disorder (ED) symptoms in adolescence. Results were published in the International Journal of Eating Disorders. 
Nonresponsive parental feeding practices were associated with a greater frequency of disordered eating and specific eating disorder (ED) symptoms in adolescence. Results were published in the International Journal of Eating Disorders. 
Nonresponsive parental feeding...
04/24/2024
Psych Congress Network
FDA
News
01/26/2024
Meagan Thistle
The FDA's preliminary evaluation of GLP-1 RAs found no evidence that the medications cause suicidal drugs or actions but cautions that a small risk cannot yet be ruled out.
The FDA's preliminary evaluation of GLP-1 RAs found no evidence that the medications cause suicidal drugs or actions but cautions that a small risk cannot yet be ruled out.
The FDA's preliminary evaluation...
01/26/2024
Psych Congress Network
News
10/10/2023
Tom Valentino
Addiction to ultra-processed foods is estimated to affect 14% of adults and 12% of children, and behaviors around ultra-processed food could meet the diagnosis for substance use disorder in some individuals, according to new research.
Addiction to ultra-processed foods is estimated to affect 14% of adults and 12% of children, and behaviors around ultra-processed food could meet the diagnosis for substance use disorder in some individuals, according to new research.
Addiction to ultra-processed...
10/10/2023
Addiction Professional
From Addiction Professional
Rapid Weight Loss Key Indicator of Eating Disorder in Adolescents, Regardless of Underweight Status
News
05/29/2023
Evi Arthur
Young people with anorexia nervosa or other restrictive eating disorders can be at risk of medical instability regardless of whether they are underweight, according to results published in the Journal of Eating Disorders. 
Young people with anorexia nervosa or other restrictive eating disorders can be at risk of medical instability regardless of whether they are underweight, according to results published in the Journal of Eating Disorders. 
Young people with anorexia...
05/29/2023
Psych Congress Network
News
04/24/2023
Evi Arthur
This is the first new protocol the board has released since 2006
This is the first new protocol the board has released since 2006
This is the first new protocol...
04/24/2023
Psych Congress Network
News
04/14/2022
Meagan Thistle
The US Preventative Services Task Force (USPSTF) deemed existing evidence for screening for eating disorders in asymptomatic adolescents and adults "insufficient" based on a 57-study evidence report. The USPSTF recommendation applies to...
The US Preventative Services Task Force (USPSTF) deemed existing evidence for screening for eating disorders in asymptomatic adolescents and adults "insufficient" based on a 57-study evidence report. The USPSTF recommendation applies to...
The US Preventative Services...
04/14/2022
Psych Congress Network
News
02/07/2022
Tom Valentino
In a recent study led by researchers from Palo Alto University and Washington University in St. Louis, a chatbot—a computer program that simulates human conversation—was found to potentially reduce the likelihood of an individual developing...
In a recent study led by researchers from Palo Alto University and Washington University in St. Louis, a chatbot—a computer program that simulates human conversation—was found to potentially reduce the likelihood of an individual developing...
In a recent study led by...
02/07/2022
Addiction Professional
From Addiction Professional
News
11/28/2021
Tom Valentino
The number of patients receiving inpatient care for eating disorders per month doubled in May 2020, according to a recent study conducted by researchers from the University of Pennsylvania, OptumLabs, and the Corporal Michael J. Crescenz VA...
The number of patients receiving inpatient care for eating disorders per month doubled in May 2020, according to a recent study conducted by researchers from the University of Pennsylvania, OptumLabs, and the Corporal Michael J. Crescenz VA...
The number of patients receiving...
11/28/2021
Addiction Professional
From Addiction Professional

News Articles

People With PCOS More At Risk for Eating Disorders
News
08/27/2024
Evi Arthur
People with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) could be more at risk for eating disorders than people without PCOS, according to recent results from a review and meta-analysis published in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism. 
People with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) could be more at risk for eating disorders than people without PCOS, according to recent results from a review and meta-analysis published in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism. 
People with polycystic ovarian...
08/27/2024
Psych Congress Network
Young woman sleeping
News
06/13/2024
Meagan Thistle
Adolescents with higher levels of adiposity may be more susceptible to the cognitive effects of sleep restriction than those with lower adiposity, according to a recent single-blind randomized crossover trial.
Adolescents with higher levels of adiposity may be more susceptible to the cognitive effects of sleep restriction than those with lower adiposity, according to a recent single-blind randomized crossover trial.
Adolescents with higher levels...
06/13/2024
Neurology
‘Nonresponsive’ Parental Feeding Practices Could Contribute to Adolescent Eating Disorders
News
04/24/2024
Evi Arthur
Nonresponsive parental feeding practices were associated with a greater frequency of disordered eating and specific eating disorder (ED) symptoms in adolescence. Results were published in the International Journal of Eating Disorders. 
Nonresponsive parental feeding practices were associated with a greater frequency of disordered eating and specific eating disorder (ED) symptoms in adolescence. Results were published in the International Journal of Eating Disorders. 
Nonresponsive parental feeding...
04/24/2024
Psych Congress Network
FDA
News
01/26/2024
Meagan Thistle
The FDA's preliminary evaluation of GLP-1 RAs found no evidence that the medications cause suicidal drugs or actions but cautions that a small risk cannot yet be ruled out.
The FDA's preliminary evaluation of GLP-1 RAs found no evidence that the medications cause suicidal drugs or actions but cautions that a small risk cannot yet be ruled out.
The FDA's preliminary evaluation...
01/26/2024
Psych Congress Network
News
10/10/2023
Tom Valentino
Addiction to ultra-processed foods is estimated to affect 14% of adults and 12% of children, and behaviors around ultra-processed food could meet the diagnosis for substance use disorder in some individuals, according to new research.
Addiction to ultra-processed foods is estimated to affect 14% of adults and 12% of children, and behaviors around ultra-processed food could meet the diagnosis for substance use disorder in some individuals, according to new research.
Addiction to ultra-processed...
10/10/2023
Addiction Professional
Rapid Weight Loss Key Indicator of Eating Disorder in Adolescents, Regardless of Underweight Status
News
05/29/2023
Evi Arthur
Young people with anorexia nervosa or other restrictive eating disorders can be at risk of medical instability regardless of whether they are underweight, according to results published in the Journal of Eating Disorders. 
Young people with anorexia nervosa or other restrictive eating disorders can be at risk of medical instability regardless of whether they are underweight, according to results published in the Journal of Eating Disorders. 
Young people with anorexia...
05/29/2023
Psych Congress Network
News
04/24/2023
Evi Arthur
This is the first new protocol the board has released since 2006
This is the first new protocol the board has released since 2006
This is the first new protocol...
04/24/2023
Psych Congress Network
News
04/14/2022
Meagan Thistle
The US Preventative Services Task Force (USPSTF) deemed existing evidence for screening for eating disorders in asymptomatic adolescents and adults "insufficient" based on a 57-study evidence report. The USPSTF recommendation applies to...
The US Preventative Services Task Force (USPSTF) deemed existing evidence for screening for eating disorders in asymptomatic adolescents and adults "insufficient" based on a 57-study evidence report. The USPSTF recommendation applies to...
The US Preventative Services...
04/14/2022
Psych Congress Network
News
02/07/2022
Tom Valentino
In a recent study led by researchers from Palo Alto University and Washington University in St. Louis, a chatbot—a computer program that simulates human conversation—was found to potentially reduce the likelihood of an individual developing...
In a recent study led by researchers from Palo Alto University and Washington University in St. Louis, a chatbot—a computer program that simulates human conversation—was found to potentially reduce the likelihood of an individual developing...
In a recent study led by...
02/07/2022
Addiction Professional
News
11/28/2021
Tom Valentino
The number of patients receiving inpatient care for eating disorders per month doubled in May 2020, according to a recent study conducted by researchers from the University of Pennsylvania, OptumLabs, and the Corporal Michael J. Crescenz VA...
The number of patients receiving inpatient care for eating disorders per month doubled in May 2020, according to a recent study conducted by researchers from the University of Pennsylvania, OptumLabs, and the Corporal Michael J. Crescenz VA...
The number of patients receiving...
11/28/2021
Addiction Professional
Study on MDD - stock image
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
Psych Congress Network
US FDA sign
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
Psych Congress Network
an older man wearing glasses rubs his face in stress tired depression treatment resistant depression
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
Psych Congress Network
Woman sitting at bar holding a drink.
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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emergency room hospital waiting room reception area
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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stethoscope  with research images in background medical study clinical trial research
News
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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two researchers look at computer screen in lab medical research
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
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 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
Neurology

Quizzes

Does the APA recommend electrocardiograms for patients with eating disorders?
Quiz
05/24/2024
Test your diagnostic knowledge!
Test your diagnostic knowledge!
Test your diagnostic knowledge!
05/24/2024
Psych Congress Network
Dr Steven Chan
Expert Insights Quiz
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?
According to Psych Congress...
03/18/2025
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Did OUD diagnoses increase or decrease in VHA patients?
Quiz
02/25/2025
Do you remember the details of this study?
Do you remember the details of this study?
Do you remember the details of...
02/25/2025
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Charles Raison headshot
Expert Insights Quiz
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.
True or False: According to...
02/21/2025
Psych Congress Network
Quiz
Quiz
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!
Is cariprazine FDA-approved as...
02/21/2025
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How many US Psychiatric Hospitals Provided Medications for OUD?
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02/06/2025
Do you remember the details of this study?
Do you remember the details of this study?
Do you remember the details of...
02/06/2025
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02/03/2025
Test your knowledge with this quick quiz!
Test your knowledge with this quick quiz!
Test your knowledge with this...
02/03/2025
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How many people with anxiety disorders receive treatment?
Quiz
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
Do you remember this interview with Dr Wilens?
Do you remember this interview with Dr Wilens?
Do you remember this interview...
01/22/2025
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01/21/2025
Test your knowledge with this quiz!
Test your knowledge with this quiz!
Test your knowledge with this...
01/21/2025
Psych Congress Network
Quiz
Quiz
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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