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Migraine Nearly Doubles Depression and Anxiety Risk in Cohort Study
03/10/2026
Brionna Mendoza
Patients with migraine are at 2 times the risk for depression or anxiety compared to those without migraine, according to a large nationwide Swedish cohort study published in The Journal of Headache and Pain.
Patients with migraine are at 2 times the risk for depression or anxiety compared to those without migraine, according to a large nationwide Swedish cohort study published in The Journal of Headache and Pain.
Patients with migraine are at 2...
03/10/2026
Psych Congress Network
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Smartphone-Delivered Digital CBT Improves Anxiety Symptoms in Adults
12/29/2025
Sarah Fleming
A smartphone-delivered digital cognitive behavioral therapy (DCBT) program significantly improved symptoms of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) in adults, according to a randomized clinical trial published in JAMA Network Open.
A smartphone-delivered digital cognitive behavioral therapy (DCBT) program significantly improved symptoms of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) in adults, according to a randomized clinical trial published in JAMA Network Open.
A smartphone-delivered digital...
12/29/2025
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Early Lead Exposure and Mental Health Outcomes
11/10/2025
Maria Mantas
Test your knowledge with this quick quiz!
Test your knowledge with this quick quiz!
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11/10/2025
Psych Congress Network
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News
Prenatal Lead Exposure Linked to MDD, Anxiety Symptoms in Later Life
10/28/2025
Maria Mantas
Early exposure to lead, particularly in the third trimester of pregnancy, was associated with a higher risk of major depressive disorder and anxiety symptoms in later life, according to cohort study results.
Early exposure to lead, particularly in the third trimester of pregnancy, was associated with a higher risk of major depressive disorder and anxiety symptoms in later life, according to cohort study results.
Early exposure to lead,...
10/28/2025
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Conference Coverage
Digital Therapeutic Rejoyn May Aid Anxiety in MDD Patients
09/25/2025
Brionna Mendoza
The digital therapeutic Rejoyn (CT-152) outperformed a sham smartphone app in reduction of anxiety levels in adult patients with major depressive disorder (MDD).
The digital therapeutic Rejoyn (CT-152) outperformed a sham smartphone app in reduction of anxiety levels in adult patients with major depressive disorder (MDD).
The digital therapeutic Rejoyn...
09/25/2025
Psych Congress Network
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News
Beta-Blockers Ineffective for Treating Psychological Symptoms of Anxiety
04/24/2025
Maria Mantas
A systematic review found no evidence of a beneficial effect from beta-blockers in treating anxiety symptoms in patients with social phobia or panic disorder with or without agoraphobia compared to either placebo or benzodiazepines.
A systematic review found no evidence of a beneficial effect from beta-blockers in treating anxiety symptoms in patients with social phobia or panic disorder with or without agoraphobia compared to either placebo or benzodiazepines.
A systematic review found no...
04/24/2025
Psych Congress Network
(Left to right) Moushumi Mukerji, MSN, PMHNP-BC, CNM and Vanessa Joy Walker, CPC, MPH Candidate.
Clinical Insights
Clarifying Common Misconceptions About Treating Anxiety in Women
03/30/2025
Moushumi Mukerji, MSN, PMHNP-BC; Vanessa Joy Walker, CPC, MPH
Anxiety in women is often misunderstood—even in psychiatric clinical settings. Ahead of the 2025 Psych Congress NP Institute, Psych Congress Network connected with Moushumi Mukerji, MSN, PMHNP-BC, CNM, to discuss some of the key clinical...
Anxiety in women is often misunderstood—even in psychiatric clinical settings. Ahead of the 2025 Psych Congress NP Institute, Psych Congress Network connected with Moushumi Mukerji, MSN, PMHNP-BC, CNM, to discuss some of the key clinical...
Anxiety in women is often...
03/30/2025
Psych Congress NP Institute
From Psych Congress NP Institute
(Left to right) Moushumi Mukerji, MSN, PMHNP-BC, CNM and Vanessa Joy Walker, CPC, MPH Candidate.
Clinical Insights
Adopting a Life-Stage Lens for Anxiety Treatment in Women
03/29/2025
Moushumi Mukerji, MSN, PMHNP-BC; Vanessa Joy Walker, CPC, MPH
Moushumi Mukerji, MSN, PMHNP-BC, CNM, and Vanessa Joy Walker, CPC, MPH Candidate discuss some of the key clinical takeaways from their session on treating anxiety in women patients, presented at the 2025 Psych Congress NP Institute.
Moushumi Mukerji, MSN, PMHNP-BC, CNM, and Vanessa Joy Walker, CPC, MPH Candidate discuss some of the key clinical takeaways from their session on treating anxiety in women patients, presented at the 2025 Psych Congress NP Institute.
Moushumi Mukerji, MSN, PMHNP-BC,...
03/29/2025
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How many people with anxiety disorders receive treatment?
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How many people with anxiety disorders receive treatment?
01/28/2025
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Test your statistical knowledge!
01/28/2025
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How long does worry need to be present in order to diagnose GAD?
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How long does worry need to be present in order to diagnose GAD?
01/03/2025
Test your diagnostic knowledge!
Test your diagnostic knowledge!
Test your diagnostic knowledge!
01/03/2025
Psych Congress Network
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FDA OKs Digital Therapeutic for Generalized Anxiety Disorder
09/13/2024
Brionna Mendoza
The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted clearance for DaylightRx, a prescription digital therapeutic designed to treat generalized anxiety disorder (GAD).
The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted clearance for DaylightRx, a prescription digital therapeutic designed to treat generalized anxiety disorder (GAD).
The United States Food and Drug...
09/13/2024
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News Articles

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News
Migraine Nearly Doubles Depression and Anxiety Risk in Cohort Study
03/10/2026
Brionna Mendoza
Patients with migraine are at 2 times the risk for depression or anxiety compared to those without migraine, according to a large nationwide Swedish cohort study published in The Journal of Headache and Pain.
Patients with migraine are at 2 times the risk for depression or anxiety compared to those without migraine, according to a large nationwide Swedish cohort study published in The Journal of Headache and Pain.
Patients with migraine are at 2...
03/10/2026
Psych Congress Network
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News
Smartphone-Delivered Digital CBT Improves Anxiety Symptoms in Adults
12/29/2025
Sarah Fleming
A smartphone-delivered digital cognitive behavioral therapy (DCBT) program significantly improved symptoms of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) in adults, according to a randomized clinical trial published in JAMA Network Open.
A smartphone-delivered digital cognitive behavioral therapy (DCBT) program significantly improved symptoms of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) in adults, according to a randomized clinical trial published in JAMA Network Open.
A smartphone-delivered digital...
12/29/2025
Psych Congress Network
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News
Prenatal Lead Exposure Linked to MDD, Anxiety Symptoms in Later Life
10/28/2025
Maria Mantas
Early exposure to lead, particularly in the third trimester of pregnancy, was associated with a higher risk of major depressive disorder and anxiety symptoms in later life, according to cohort study results.
Early exposure to lead, particularly in the third trimester of pregnancy, was associated with a higher risk of major depressive disorder and anxiety symptoms in later life, according to cohort study results.
Early exposure to lead,...
10/28/2025
Psych Congress Network
open and spilled bottle of pills
News
Beta-Blockers Ineffective for Treating Psychological Symptoms of Anxiety
04/24/2025
Maria Mantas
A systematic review found no evidence of a beneficial effect from beta-blockers in treating anxiety symptoms in patients with social phobia or panic disorder with or without agoraphobia compared to either placebo or benzodiazepines.
A systematic review found no evidence of a beneficial effect from beta-blockers in treating anxiety symptoms in patients with social phobia or panic disorder with or without agoraphobia compared to either placebo or benzodiazepines.
A systematic review found no...
04/24/2025
Psych Congress Network
A woman sits on the floor looking sad and worried.
News
FDA OKs Digital Therapeutic for Generalized Anxiety Disorder
09/13/2024
Brionna Mendoza
The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted clearance for DaylightRx, a prescription digital therapeutic designed to treat generalized anxiety disorder (GAD).
The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted clearance for DaylightRx, a prescription digital therapeutic designed to treat generalized anxiety disorder (GAD).
The United States Food and Drug...
09/13/2024
Psych Congress Network
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New-Onset Anxiety Increases PD Risk in Adults 50 and Older
08/27/2024
Jolynn Tumolo
The risk of developing Parkinson disease (PD) is doubled in adults 50 and older with new-onset anxiety compared with those without anxiety, according to a study published in the British Journal of General Practice.
The risk of developing Parkinson disease (PD) is doubled in adults 50 and older with new-onset anxiety compared with those without anxiety, according to a study published in the British Journal of General Practice.
The risk of developing Parkinson...
08/27/2024
Neurology
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Digital Health Interventions Show Promise in Alleviating Postpartum Depression and Anxiety
01/05/2024
Meagan Thistle
Digital health interventions modestly but notably reduce postpartum depression and anxiety symptoms compared to ‘treatment as usual,’ a systematic review found.
Digital health interventions modestly but notably reduce postpartum depression and anxiety symptoms compared to ‘treatment as usual,’ a systematic review found.
Digital health interventions...
01/05/2024
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Neuroactive Nasal Spray Promising Treatment for SAD
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Neuroactive Nasal Spray Promising Treatment for SAD
12/07/2023
Evi Arthur
Fasedienol (PH94B), a neuroactive nasal spray, was found to be an effective treatment for social anxiety disorder (SAD) in a phase 3 trial, according to poster findings presented at the NEI Congress 2023.
Fasedienol (PH94B), a neuroactive nasal spray, was found to be an effective treatment for social anxiety disorder (SAD) in a phase 3 trial, according to poster findings presented at the NEI Congress 2023.
Fasedienol (PH94B), a...
12/07/2023
Psych Congress Network
Intranasal Fasedienol Safe, Well-Tolerated in Adults With Social Anxiety Disorder
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Intranasal Fasedienol Safe, Well-Tolerated in Adults With Social Anxiety Disorder
11/20/2023
Jolynn Tumolo
Repeated, as-needed fasedienol was safe and well tolerated, and improved overall symptom control, in adults with social anxiety disorder (SAD), according to a poster presented at NEI Congress in Colorado Springs, Colorado, earlier this month.
Repeated, as-needed fasedienol was safe and well tolerated, and improved overall symptom control, in adults with social anxiety disorder (SAD), according to a poster presented at NEI Congress in Colorado Springs, Colorado, earlier this month.
Repeated, as-needed fasedienol...
11/20/2023
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FDA Issues Warning Highlighting Risks of Ketamine for Psychiatric Disorder Treatment
10/27/2023
Meagan Thistle
The FDA has recently addressed the growing interest in compounded ketamine products, including oral formulations, for the treatment of psychiatric disorders and warns clinicians considering their use.
The FDA has recently addressed the growing interest in compounded ketamine products, including oral formulations, for the treatment of psychiatric disorders and warns clinicians considering their use.
The FDA has recently addressed...
10/27/2023
Psych Congress Network
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News
Adolescent Insomnia and Daytime Sleepiness Linked to Depression Risk
06/25/2026
Maria Mantas
A 3-year longitudinal study found that insomnia, excessive daytime sleepiness (EDS), and their co-occurrence were associated with increased risk of depression. 
A 3-year longitudinal study found that insomnia, excessive daytime sleepiness (EDS), and their co-occurrence were associated with increased risk of depression. 
A 3-year longitudinal study...
06/25/2026
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Research Summary
Navacaprant Fails Late-Stage MDD Trials
06/22/2026
Brionna Mendoza
Navacaprant, a kappa opioid receptor antagonist for major depressive disorder treatment, failed to show statistically significant efficacy in two phase 3 trials.
Navacaprant, a kappa opioid receptor antagonist for major depressive disorder treatment, failed to show statistically significant efficacy in two phase 3 trials.
Navacaprant, a kappa opioid...
06/22/2026
Psych Congress Network
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Reduced Stimulant Use Outcomes May Reveal Treatment Effects Missed by Abstinence Measures
06/18/2026
Maria Mantas
Evaluating reduced stimulant use rather than complete abstinence outcomes in patients with stimulant use disorder could provide additional insight into treatment efficacy.
Evaluating reduced stimulant use rather than complete abstinence outcomes in patients with stimulant use disorder could provide additional insight into treatment efficacy.
Evaluating reduced stimulant use...
06/18/2026
Psych Congress Network
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New Study Clarifies Multimodal Mechanism of Viloxazine in ADHD
06/11/2026
New research further characterizes viloxazine’s pharmacologic profile, supporting a multimodal mechanism involving norepinephrine transporters and serotonin receptors.
New research further characterizes viloxazine’s pharmacologic profile, supporting a multimodal mechanism involving norepinephrine transporters and serotonin receptors.
New research further...
06/11/2026
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News
Retrospective Cohort Study Explores Long-Term Growth Outcomes Following Pediatric Methylphenidate Use
06/11/2026
A retrospective cohort study examined the association between pediatric ADHD, methylphenidate exposure, and adult BMI and height outcomes. The findings suggest that ADHD—particularly when treated with methylphenidate—may be associated with...
A retrospective cohort study examined the association between pediatric ADHD, methylphenidate exposure, and adult BMI and height outcomes. The findings suggest that ADHD—particularly when treated with methylphenidate—may be associated with...
A retrospective cohort study...
06/11/2026
Psych Congress Network
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US Study Finds No Link Between AI Use and Depression
05/28/2026
Maria Mantas
A recent target trial emulation found no evidence of a causal relationship between frequent AI use and increased depressive symptoms among adults.
A recent target trial emulation found no evidence of a causal relationship between frequent AI use and increased depressive symptoms among adults.
A recent target trial emulation...
05/28/2026
Psych Congress Network
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Single-Dose Psilocybin Rapidly Improves MDD Symptoms, RCT Finds
05/19/2026
Brionna Mendoza
A single dose of psilocybin was associated with a significant reduction in depressive symptoms within 2 days of administration in patients with major depressive disorder (MDD), according to randomized control trial results.
A single dose of psilocybin was associated with a significant reduction in depressive symptoms within 2 days of administration in patients with major depressive disorder (MDD), according to randomized control trial results.
A single dose of psilocybin was...
05/19/2026
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Once-Monthly Aripiprazole Demonstrates Favorable Benefit–Risk Profile in Schizophrenia Treatment
05/14/2026
Maria Mantas
Once-monthly aripiprazole 400 mg (AOM 400) demonstrated a favorable risk-benefit profile as an acute and long-term maintenance treatment in patients with schizophrenia.
Once-monthly aripiprazole 400 mg (AOM 400) demonstrated a favorable risk-benefit profile as an acute and long-term maintenance treatment in patients with schizophrenia.
Once-monthly aripiprazole 400 mg...
05/14/2026
Psych Congress Network
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Lumateperone Tops Efficacy in Adjunctive Treatment for MDD, Review Finds
05/12/2026
Brionna Mendoza
A new systematic review and network meta-analysis published in JAMA Psychiatry evaluated the comparative efficacy and acceptability of the 5 FDA-approved atypical antipsychotics used as adjunctive therapy for major depressive disorder (MDD).
A new systematic review and network meta-analysis published in JAMA Psychiatry evaluated the comparative efficacy and acceptability of the 5 FDA-approved atypical antipsychotics used as adjunctive therapy for major depressive disorder (MDD).
A new systematic review and...
05/12/2026
Psych Congress Network
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The Link Between Ultra-Processed Foods and ADHD
05/12/2026
Recent findings point to a possible link between ADHD and higher intake of ultra-processed foods.
Recent findings point to a possible link between ADHD and higher intake of ultra-processed foods.
Recent findings point to a...
05/12/2026
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Practice Tools

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Hamilton Anxiety Rating Scale (HAM-A)
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...
...
01/28/2019
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Saundra's Corner
Social Phobia Inventory (SPIN)
09/28/2016
How to Use Valid measure of severity of social phobia symptoms Patient-rated assessment of the three clinically important symptom domains of social phobia Sensitive to the reduction in symptoms over time Brief, simple and easy to...
How to Use Valid measure of severity of social phobia symptoms Patient-rated assessment of the three clinically important symptom domains of social phobia Sensitive to the reduction in symptoms over time Brief, simple and easy to...
How to Use Valid measure of...
09/28/2016
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Saundra's Corner
Mini-Social Phobia Inventory (Mini-SPIN)
09/28/2016
How to Use Screening tool for social anxiety disorder (SAD) developed by Dr. Jonathan Davidson of Duke University Medical Center  Based on the longer 17-item social phobia inventory (SPIN)  Self-rated scale 3-items about...
How to Use Screening tool for social anxiety disorder (SAD) developed by Dr. Jonathan Davidson of Duke University Medical Center  Based on the longer 17-item social phobia inventory (SPIN)  Self-rated scale 3-items about...
How to Use Screening tool...
09/28/2016
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Saundra's Corner
Generalized Anxiety Disorder-7 (GAD-7)
09/28/2016
How to Use the GAD-7 Patients circle one of the 4 numbers (representing severity) associated with 7 problems. If patients identify any problems, they then indicate (by checking the appropriate box) the degree to which these problems made it...
How to Use the GAD-7 Patients circle one of the 4 numbers (representing severity) associated with 7 problems. If patients identify any problems, they then indicate (by checking the appropriate box) the degree to which these problems made it...
How to Use the GAD-7 Patients...
09/28/2016
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Saundra's Corner
Anxiety Disorders
09/28/2016
Generalized Anxiety Disorder-7 (GAD-7) Hamilton Anxiety Rating Scale (HAM-A) Mini-Social Phobia Inventory (Mini SPIN) Social Phobia Inventory (SPIN)
Generalized Anxiety Disorder-7 (GAD-7) Hamilton Anxiety Rating Scale (HAM-A) Mini-Social Phobia Inventory (Mini SPIN) Social Phobia Inventory (SPIN)
Generalized Anxiety...
09/28/2016
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Saundra's Corner
Medication Adherence Rating Scale (MARS)
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
Sheehan Disability Scale (SDS)
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
Brief Psychiatric Rating Scale (BPRS)
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
The Mini International Neuropsychiatric Interview
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
MINI Screen
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
Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9)
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
WHO (Five) Well-Being Index (WHO-5)
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
Beck Depression Inventory-II (BDI-II)
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
Mood Disorder Questionnaire (MDQ)
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
Hamilton Anxiety Rating Scale (HAM-A)
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...
...
01/28/2019
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Early Lead Exposure and Mental Health Outcomes
11/10/2025
Maria Mantas
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Test your knowledge with this...
11/10/2025
Psych Congress Network
How many people with anxiety disorders receive treatment?
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How many people with anxiety disorders receive treatment?
01/28/2025
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01/28/2025
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How long does worry need to be present in order to diagnose GAD?
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11/10/2023
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11/10/2023
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Which symptoms indicate a panic disorder diagnosis?
03/30/2023
Do you know which diagnostic criteria symptoms must be present to make a panic disorder diagnosis? Take the quiz to find out!
Do you know which diagnostic criteria symptoms must be present to make a panic disorder diagnosis? Take the quiz to find out!
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03/30/2023
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What percent of adults report anxiety relating to their mental health?
01/28/2022
According to a recent APA poll, what percent of adults say that they have anxiety relating to their mental health?
According to a recent APA poll, what percent of adults say that they have anxiety relating to their mental health?
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01/28/2022
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Test Your Knowledge: New Study Clarifies Multimodal Mechanism of Viloxazine in ADHD
06/12/2026
New research suggests that viloxazine has a multimodal mechanism of action. Test your understanding with this short quiz.
New research suggests that viloxazine has a multimodal mechanism of action. Test your understanding with this short quiz.
New research suggests that...
06/12/2026
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Test Your Knowledge: Retrospective Cohort Study Explores Long-Term Growth Outcomes Following Pediatric Methylphenidate Use
06/12/2026
How well do you understand the relationship between pediatric attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, methylphenidate use in childhood, and growth outcomes in adulthood? Test your knowledge with this short, multiple-choice quiz.
How well do you understand the relationship between pediatric attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, methylphenidate use in childhood, and growth outcomes in adulthood? Test your knowledge with this short, multiple-choice quiz.
How well do you understand the...
06/12/2026
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Psilocybin Outcomes for MDD
06/11/2026
Brionna Mendoza
Test your knowledge of recent research with this quiz!
Test your knowledge of recent research with this quiz!
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06/11/2026
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Desiree Matthews, PMHNP-BC
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Drug-Drug Considerations in TD Treatment
06/10/2026
Maria Mantas
Why does Desiree Matthews, PMHNP-BC, recommend careful consideration of metabolic pathways when selecting a vesicular monoamine transporter 2 (VMAT2) inhibitor for tardive dyskinesia (TD) treatment?
Why does Desiree Matthews, PMHNP-BC, recommend careful consideration of metabolic pathways when selecting a vesicular monoamine transporter 2 (VMAT2) inhibitor for tardive dyskinesia (TD) treatment?
Why does Desiree Matthews,...
06/10/2026
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Desiree Matthews, PMHNP-BC
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Drug-Drug Considerations in TD Treatment
06/10/2026
Maria Mantas
Why does Desiree Matthews, PMHNP-BC, recommend careful consideration of metabolic pathways when selecting a vesicular monoamine transporter 2 (VMAT2) inhibitor for tardive dyskinesia (TD) treatment?
Why does Desiree Matthews, PMHNP-BC, recommend careful consideration of metabolic pathways when selecting a vesicular monoamine transporter 2 (VMAT2) inhibitor for tardive dyskinesia (TD) treatment?
Why does Desiree Matthews,...
06/10/2026
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Test Your Knowledge – Beyond the Stereotype: Rethinking Sex Differences in ADHD Presentation
05/12/2026
Differences in ADHD presentation between males and females may affect diagnosis and outcomes. Evaluate your understanding of key clinical distinctions with this short quiz.
Differences in ADHD presentation between males and females may affect diagnosis and outcomes. Evaluate your understanding of key clinical distinctions with this short quiz.
Differences in ADHD presentation...
05/12/2026
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Test Your Knowledge: The Link Between Ultra-Processed Foods and ADHD
05/12/2026
How well do you understand the emerging evidence linking ultra-processed foods and ADHD? Assess your knowledge with this brief quiz.
How well do you understand the emerging evidence linking ultra-processed foods and ADHD? Assess your knowledge with this brief quiz.
How well do you understand the...
05/12/2026
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First Steps in Identifying Excessive Daytime Sleepiness
05/06/2026
Maria Mantas
What is the recommended first step to confirm whether a patient is experiencing excessive daytime sleepiness? Take this quick quiz to test your knowledge!
What is the recommended first step to confirm whether a patient is experiencing excessive daytime sleepiness? Take this quick quiz to test your knowledge!
What is the recommended first...
05/06/2026
Psych Congress Network
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Quiz
Mortality Risk in Bipolar II Disorder
04/30/2026
Maria Mantas
What was the association between all-cause mortality risk and bipolar II disorder? Test your knowledge with this quiz!
What was the association between all-cause mortality risk and bipolar II disorder? Test your knowledge with this quiz!
What was the association between...
04/30/2026
Psych Congress Network
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Quiz
PGx Testing in MDD
04/27/2026
Maria Mantas
Can you recall how the use of pharmacogenomic testing impacted treatment outcomes in major depressive disorder (MDD)?
Can you recall how the use of pharmacogenomic testing impacted treatment outcomes in major depressive disorder (MDD)?
Can you recall how the use of...
04/27/2026
Psych Congress Network

Blogs
Blog
Reducing the Burden of Generalized Anxiety Disorder
04/14/2021
Urgent action is needed from mental health providers to reduce the public health burden of anxiety disorders, which are widely prevalent yet often go undiagnosed, Anxiety Disorders Section Editor Manish K. Jha, MBBS, says.
Urgent action is needed from mental health providers to reduce the public health burden of anxiety disorders, which are widely prevalent yet often go undiagnosed, Anxiety Disorders Section Editor Manish K. Jha, MBBS, says.
Urgent action is needed from...
04/14/2021
Psych Congress Network
Blog
Are Benzodiazepines the Next Opioid Crisis?
02/19/2019
Andrew Penn, RN, MS, NP, CNS, APRN-BC
BLOG: A study recently published in JAMA found that as our profession has been working tirelessly to curtail prescriptions for opioids we are prescribing more and more benzodiazepines.
BLOG: A study recently published in JAMA found that as our profession has been working tirelessly to curtail prescriptions for opioids we are prescribing more and more benzodiazepines.
BLOG: A study recently published...
02/19/2019
Psych Congress Network
Blog
Psilocybin Studies: A New Ray of Hope for Psychiatry?
12/01/2016
Andrew Penn, RN, MS, NP, CNS, APRN-BC
BLOG: These studies were the latest findings showing that psychedelics, erroneously dismissed as mere intoxicants and swept up in the hysteria of the Nixon-era drug wars, could prove to be as important to psychiatry as penicillin was to...
BLOG: These studies were the latest findings showing that psychedelics, erroneously dismissed as mere intoxicants and swept up in the hysteria of the Nixon-era drug wars, could prove to be as important to psychiatry as penicillin was to...
BLOG: These studies were the...
12/01/2016
Psych Congress Network
Blog
Psychedelics: What to Tell Patients Today
08/25/2015
Andrew Penn, RN, MS, NP, CNS, APRN-BC
Psychedelic compounds are powerful, and they have great potential to help patients with intractable conditions. Yet any compound with that kind of power also has the potential to harm, and that harm should not be trivialized.
Psychedelic compounds are powerful, and they have great potential to help patients with intractable conditions. Yet any compound with that kind of power also has the potential to harm, and that harm should not be trivialized.
Psychedelic compounds are...
08/25/2015
Psych Congress Network
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Faculty Insights
Alzheimer Disease Prevention: Part 2
07/29/2024
Marc E. Agronin, MD
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
Psych Congress Network
Rakesh Amin, MD.
Blog
Treating Schizophrenia: The Importance of Early Identification and Intervention
06/13/2023
Rakesh Amin, MD
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
Psych Congress Network
Marc Agronin, MD.
Blog
Alzheimer Disease Prevention
08/30/2022
Marc E. Agronin, MD
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
Psych Congress Network
Ed Jones, PhD
Blog
How Our Clinicians Can Help Fix the US Health Care System
07/28/2022
Ed Jones, PhD
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
Psych Congress Network
Ed Jones, PhD
Perspective
The Universal Behavior Model: A Comprehensive Approach to Integrated Care
07/21/2022
Ed Jones, PhD
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
Psych Congress Network
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Blog
Who will use it? How to Get Digital Mental Health Apps Into the Hands of Patients
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
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Blog
How to Navigate Quality Issues With Mental Health Apps
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
How New NPs Can Find Mentors
03/04/2022
Andrew Penn, RN, MS, NP, CNS, APRN-BC
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
Psych Congress Network
Julie Bailey
Blog
How to Be a Safe Space for Someone
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
Psych Congress Network
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Blog
The Best and Worst Changes Brought On By the Pandemic
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
Psych Congress Network

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

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

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