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Managing Life Transitions in ADHD: Why Early Preparation is Critical

01/09/2025

Timothy Wilens , MD;

Timothy Wilens, MD, provides practical clinical guidance for supporting patients with ADHD through life transitions.

Timothy Wilens, MD, provides...

01/09/2025

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Podcasts

A New Beginning, and a Fond Farewell

01/06/2025

Craig Chepke , MD, DFAPA;

Rakesh Jain , MD, MPH, RD;

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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Expert Insights Quiz

What should be monitored when tapering a patient off an antidepressant?

12/18/2024

Saundra Jain , MA, PsyD, LPC;

Andrew Penn , RN, MS, NP, CNS, APRN-BC;

Do you remember this pearl from a recent Q&A?

Do you remember this pearl from...

12/18/2024

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Clinical Pearls

Top Strategies for Deprescribing in MDD Care

12/16/2024

Andrew Penn , RN, MS, NP, CNS, APRN-BC;

Saundra Jain , MA, PsyD, LPC;

Experts discuss the importance of deprescribing in various disease states, shedding light on the nuances of managing medications for conditions like depression and schizophrenia.

Experts discuss the importance...

12/16/2024

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Expert Insights Quiz

What is the first step when a patient's antidepressant stops working?

12/13/2024

Amber Hoberg , MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC;

Test your knowledge with a quick quiz!

Test your knowledge with a quick...

12/13/2024

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Clinical Pearls

How can APPs best work with supervising doctors in TRD and MDD treatment?

12/05/2024

Rakesh Jain , MD, MPH, RD;

Brooke Kempf , MSN, PMHNP-BC;

Kempf and Jain continue their discussion on depression treatment to discuss how APPs and MDs can collaborate to treat patients together.

Kempf and Jain continue their...

12/05/2024

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Clinical Pearls

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.

Rebecca Barbee, MSPAS, PA-C,...

12/05/2024

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Quiz

What percentage of patients with TRD may have bipolar depression?

11/13/2024

Rakesh Jain , MD, MPH, RD;

Brooke Kempf , MSN, PMHNP-BC;

Time to test your knowledge with a pop quiz!

Time to test your knowledge with...

11/13/2024

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Clinical Pearls

Using Comprehensive Management of TRD to Improve Patient Outcomes

11/05/2024

Brooke Kempf , MSN, PMHNP-BC;

Rakesh Jain , MD, MPH, RD;

Discover why careful diagnosis is crucial, how to leverage glutamatergic therapies, and the role of holistic methods like exercise and psychotherapy in improving patient outcomes.

Discover why careful diagnosis...

11/05/2024

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Q&As

Unpacking the Pressing Challenges of Polypharmacy in Psychiatry

10/30/2024

Jo Hughes, DMSc, PA-C, CAQ-PSY, discusses the complexities of polypharmacy in psychiatry and the balance between medication management and patient safety.

Jo Hughes, DMSc, PA-C, CAQ-PSY,...

10/30/2024

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Quiz

How do muscarinic acetylcholine receptor activators differ from traditional antipsychotic treatments?

10/23/2024

How do muscarinic acetylcholine receptor activators differ from traditional antipsychotic treatments? Take the quiz to find out!

How do muscarinic acetylcholine...

10/23/2024

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Videos

Determining If Your Patient Needs Treatment for Tardive Dyskinesia

02/02/2024

Desiree Matthews , PHMNP-BC;

Desiree Matthews, PMHNP-BC, discusses the importance of consider patient life disruptions alongside AIMS scale scores when weighing treatment for tardive dyskinesia.

Desiree Matthews, PMHNP-BC,...

02/02/2024

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Videos

Navigating Bipolar Disorder and Substance Use: Effective Treatments and Clinician-Patient Communication

01/16/2024

Julie A. Carbray , PhD, APRN;

Arwen Podesta , MD;

Drs Carbray and Podesta examine available treatments, recommended strategies, and how clinicians can better communicate with patients with this comorbidity.

Drs Carbray and Podesta examine...

01/16/2024

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Videos

Clinical Pearls to Enhance Tardive Dyskinesia Treatment

01/10/2024

Amber Hoberg , MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC;

n this video, Tardive Dyskinesia Section Editor Amber Hoberg, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC, of Med Management Associates, offers clinical pearls that clinicians can implement to optimize their tardive dyskinesia care.

n this video, Tardive Dyskinesia...

01/10/2024

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Videos

Upgrading Screeners for Patients With Bipolar Disorder

01/09/2024

Desiree Matthews , PHMNP-BC;

Desiree Matthews, PHMNP-BC, discusses how to better screen for bipolar disorder and her tips for clinicians working with this patient population.

Desiree Matthews, PHMNP-BC,...

01/09/2024

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Videos

Which medications should be avoided when treating bipolar disorder?

12/14/2023

Julie A. Carbray , PhD, APRN;

Join Dr Carbray as she dissects the efficacy landscape of certain medications, uncovers contraindications and considerations for certain populations, and why these drugs might not be the go-to choices as first-line mood stabilizers.

Join Dr Carbray as she dissects...

12/14/2023

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Videos

Navigating Bipolar Disorder in the Elderly: Understanding Unique Symptoms and Challenges

11/16/2023

Amber Hoberg , MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC;

Amber Hoberg, PMHNP-BC, shares key insights, revealing a surprising protective aspect that aging brings.

Amber Hoberg, PMHNP-BC, shares...

11/16/2023

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Videos

Navigating Medication Side Effects in Bipolar Disorder Treatment

09/19/2023

Desiree Matthews, PHMNP-BC, on medication side effects and how she works with patients to avoid the dealbreakers.

Desiree Matthews, PHMNP-BC, on...

09/19/2023

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Videos

Conquering Challenges When Working With Bipolar Disorder

09/14/2023

Dr Craig Chepke discusses the difficulties of working with patients with bipolar disorder.

Dr Craig Chepke discusses the...

09/14/2023

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Videos

Common Barriers to ADHD Recognition

08/05/2023

Greg Mattingly , MD;

Elizabeth Judd , NP, MHS;

Dr Mattingly and Nurse Judd discuss the complexities of ADHD diagnosis.

Dr Mattingly and Nurse Judd...

08/05/2023

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Why are clinicians wary of antipsychotic use in MDD treatment?

Expert Insights Quiz

Why do clinicians tend to underuse antipsychotics in the treatment of MDD?

07/27/2023

Craig Chepke , MD, DFAPA;

Time for a pop quiz!

07/27/2023

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Nurse Practitioners are at the heart of today's health care system. With the increased need for mental health and psychiatric services, you need in-depth education tailored to your practice in order to provide the best possible care to all patients. The Psych Congress NP Institute event is an essential educational experience, crafted by the world-class leaders of Psych Congress.

Discover this newly available offering that will take a deep dive into everything you need to know about psychopharmacology but have been afraid to ask, including basic psychopharmacology principles and terminology on treatment, disease states, and medication types.

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