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Pharmacologic Intervention in Bulimia Nervosa
02/26/2026
Maria Mantas
Do you remember what the APA guideline recommends? Test your knowledge with this quiz!
Do you remember what the APA guideline recommends? Test your knowledge with this quiz!
Do you remember what the APA...
02/26/2026
Psych Congress Network
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News
Web-Based Guided Self-Help Noninferior to Standard Treatment for Binge-Eating Disorder
10/30/2025
Maria Mantas
According to a noninferiority randomized clinical trial published in JAMA Network Open, web-based guided self-help may be an effective standalone treatment for binge-eating disorder (BED).
According to a noninferiority randomized clinical trial published in JAMA Network Open, web-based guided self-help may be an effective standalone treatment for binge-eating disorder (BED).
According to a noninferiority...
10/30/2025
Psych Congress Network
People With PCOS More At Risk for Eating Disorders
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People With PCOS More At Risk for Eating Disorders
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
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Adolescents With Higher Adiposity More Vulnerable to Cognitive Impairments From Poor Sleep
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
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Does the APA recommend electrocardiograms for patients with eating disorders?
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Does the APA recommend electrocardiograms for patients with eating disorders?
05/24/2024
Test your diagnostic knowledge!
Test your diagnostic knowledge!
Test your diagnostic knowledge!
05/24/2024
Psych Congress Network
‘Nonresponsive’ Parental Feeding Practices Could Contribute to Adolescent Eating Disorders
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‘Nonresponsive’ Parental Feeding Practices Could Contribute to Adolescent Eating Disorders
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
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FDA Preliminary Evaluation Finds No Clear Link Between GLP-1 Drugs and Suicidal Thoughts, Cautions on Small Risk
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
Addiction to Ultra-Processed Foods Could Meet Criteria for SUD
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
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Rapid Weight Loss Key Indicator of Eating Disorder in Adolescents, Regardless of Underweight Status
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
New APA Eating Disorder Guidelines Advise Patient-Centered Care
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
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Evidence for Eating Disorder Screening in Asymptomatic Individuals “Insufficient,” Says USPSTF
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 Articles

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News
Web-Based Guided Self-Help Noninferior to Standard Treatment for Binge-Eating Disorder
10/30/2025
Maria Mantas
According to a noninferiority randomized clinical trial published in JAMA Network Open, web-based guided self-help may be an effective standalone treatment for binge-eating disorder (BED).
According to a noninferiority randomized clinical trial published in JAMA Network Open, web-based guided self-help may be an effective standalone treatment for binge-eating disorder (BED).
According to a noninferiority...
10/30/2025
Psych Congress Network
People With PCOS More At Risk for Eating Disorders
News
People With PCOS More At Risk for Eating Disorders
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
Adolescents With Higher Adiposity More Vulnerable to Cognitive Impairments From Poor Sleep
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
‘Nonresponsive’ Parental Feeding Practices Could Contribute to Adolescent Eating Disorders
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
FDA Preliminary Evaluation Finds No Clear Link Between GLP-1 Drugs and Suicidal Thoughts, Cautions on Small Risk
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
Addiction to Ultra-Processed Foods Could Meet Criteria for SUD
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
Rapid Weight Loss Key Indicator of Eating Disorder in Adolescents, Regardless of Underweight Status
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
New APA Eating Disorder Guidelines Advise Patient-Centered Care
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
Evidence for Eating Disorder Screening in Asymptomatic Individuals “Insufficient,” Says USPSTF
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
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Chatbots Show Potential to Prevent Eating Disorders
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
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Semaglutide May Improve Motivation in MDD, Small Trial Finds
05/04/2026
Brionna Mendoza
A randomized clinical trial published in JAMA Psychiatry found that oral semaglutide may improve effort-based decision-making in adults with major depressive disorder (MDD).
A randomized clinical trial published in JAMA Psychiatry found that oral semaglutide may improve effort-based decision-making in adults with major depressive disorder (MDD).
A randomized clinical trial...
05/04/2026
Psych Congress Network
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Presidential Executive Order Seeks to Expand Psychedelic Access for Tough-To-Treat Mental Illnesses
04/29/2026
Brionna Mendoza
President Donald J. Trump signed an executive order titled “Accelerating Medical Treatments for Serious Mental Illness,” which aims to expand psychedelic therapy access for significant mental health issues, such as suicidality, major...
President Donald J. Trump signed an executive order titled “Accelerating Medical Treatments for Serious Mental Illness,” which aims to expand psychedelic therapy access for significant mental health issues, such as suicidality, major...
President Donald J. Trump signed...
04/29/2026
Psych Congress Network
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TMS Improves Residential Therapy Outcomes in Combat-Related PTSD
04/22/2026
Maria Mantas
Active navigated transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) added to intensive residential treatment was associated with greater reduction of symptoms in patients with combat-related posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) than sham TMS.
Active navigated transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) added to intensive residential treatment was associated with greater reduction of symptoms in patients with combat-related posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) than sham TMS.
Active navigated transcranial...
04/22/2026
Psych Congress Network
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Algorithm-Guided Treatment Improves Outcomes in Major Depressive Disorder
04/14/2026
Brionna Mendoza
A systematic review published in Frontiers in Psychiatry reports that algorithm-guided treatment (AGT) is generally associated with improved remission rates and more timely treatment modifications compared with treatment as usual (TAU).
A systematic review published in Frontiers in Psychiatry reports that algorithm-guided treatment (AGT) is generally associated with improved remission rates and more timely treatment modifications compared with treatment as usual (TAU).
A systematic review published in...
04/14/2026
Psych Congress Network
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Valbenazine Demonstrates Higher Persistence vs Deutetrabenazine in TD Patients
04/14/2026
Maria Mantas
Neurocrine Biosciences reported new real-world evidence demonstrating higher treatment persistence with valbenazine (Ingrezza) compared with deutetrabenazine (Austedo XR) among adults with tardive dyskinesia (TD).
Neurocrine Biosciences reported new real-world evidence demonstrating higher treatment persistence with valbenazine (Ingrezza) compared with deutetrabenazine (Austedo XR) among adults with tardive dyskinesia (TD).
Neurocrine Biosciences reported...
04/14/2026
Psych Congress Network
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Open-Label Extension Trial Supports Long-Term Use of Viloxazine ER in Children and Adolescents
04/13/2026
A phase 3 open-label extension trial found viloxazine ER to be safe and effective for the long-term treatment of pediatric ADHD.
A phase 3 open-label extension trial found viloxazine ER to be safe and effective for the long-term treatment of pediatric ADHD.
A phase 3 open-label extension...
04/13/2026
Psych Congress Network
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ADHD Incidence Trends Accelerated After DSM-5 Changes and COVID-19 Disruptions
04/10/2026
Brionna Mendoza
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) diagnosis rates in people younger than 30 years in British Columbia, Canada, rose steadily from 2003 to 2023 and appeared to accelerate after both DSM-5 implementation and the COVID-19 pandemic.
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) diagnosis rates in people younger than 30 years in British Columbia, Canada, rose steadily from 2003 to 2023 and appeared to accelerate after both DSM-5 implementation and the COVID-19 pandemic.
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity...
04/10/2026
Psych Congress Network
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Higher Risk of Premature Death Found in Bipolar II Disorder
04/07/2026
Brionna Mendoza
Bipolar II disorder (BD-II) is associated with significantly increased mortality, according to a large population-based cohort study published in JAMA Network Open.
Bipolar II disorder (BD-II) is associated with significantly increased mortality, according to a large population-based cohort study published in JAMA Network Open.
Bipolar II disorder (BD-II) is...
04/07/2026
Psych Congress Network
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Research Summary
Psilocybin Produces Mixed Outcomes in Phase 2b MDD Study
04/01/2026
Brionna Mendoza
A Phase 2b randomized clinical trial found nonsignificant differences in response rate between psilocybin 25 mg, psilocybin 5 mg, and placebo with supporting psychotherapy in treatment-resistant major depressive disorder (MDD).
A Phase 2b randomized clinical trial found nonsignificant differences in response rate between psilocybin 25 mg, psilocybin 5 mg, and placebo with supporting psychotherapy in treatment-resistant major depressive disorder (MDD).
A Phase 2b randomized clinical...
04/01/2026
Psych Congress Network
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Tazbentetol Demonstrates Early Symptom Improvement in Phase 2 Schizophrenia Trial
04/01/2026
Maria Mantas
Interim results from a phase 2 randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial of tazbentetol demonstrated early signals of efficacy across schizophrenia symptom domains.
Interim results from a phase 2 randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial of tazbentetol demonstrated early signals of efficacy across schizophrenia symptom domains.
Interim results from a phase 2...
04/01/2026
Psych Congress Network

Quizzes

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Quiz
Pharmacologic Intervention in Bulimia Nervosa
02/26/2026
Maria Mantas
Do you remember what the APA guideline recommends? Test your knowledge with this quiz!
Do you remember what the APA guideline recommends? Test your knowledge with this quiz!
Do you remember what the APA...
02/26/2026
Psych Congress Network
Does the APA recommend electrocardiograms for patients with eating disorders?
Quiz
Does the APA recommend electrocardiograms for patients with eating disorders?
05/24/2024
Test your diagnostic knowledge!
Test your diagnostic knowledge!
Test your diagnostic knowledge!
05/24/2024
Psych Congress Network
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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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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
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Test Your Knowledge—Digital Therapeutics: A Different Treatment Modality for ADHD
04/23/2026
How familiar are you with DTx for the treatment of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder? Test your knowledge with this short, multiple-choice quiz.
How familiar are you with DTx for the treatment of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder? Test your knowledge with this short, multiple-choice quiz.
How familiar are you with DTx...
04/23/2026
Psych Congress Network
A boy's hand holding a pill that says ADHD
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Long-Term Effects of Viloxazine ER in Treatment of Pediatric ADHD
04/23/2026
Ready to apply the data? Test your knowledge of viloxazine ER for the long-term treatment of pediatric ADHD.
Ready to apply the data? Test your knowledge of viloxazine ER for the long-term treatment of pediatric ADHD.
Ready to apply the data? Test...
04/23/2026
Psych Congress Network
Brooke Kempf, PMHNP-BC, and Jonathan Meyer, MD
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Why should anticholinergics be avoided in TD?
04/17/2026
Maria Mantas
Do you remember why anticholinergic agents aren't appropriate treatment options for tardive dyskinesia? Test your knowledge with this quiz!
Do you remember why anticholinergic agents aren't appropriate treatment options for tardive dyskinesia? Test your knowledge with this quiz!
Do you remember why...
04/17/2026
Psych Congress Network
Brooke Kempf, PMHNP-BC, and Jonathan Meyer, MD
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Why should anticholinergics be avoided in TD?
04/17/2026
Maria Mantas
Do you remember why anticholinergic agents aren't appropriate treatment options for tardive dyskinesia? Test your knowledge with this quiz!
Do you remember why anticholinergic agents aren't appropriate treatment options for tardive dyskinesia? Test your knowledge with this quiz!
Do you remember why...
04/17/2026
Psych Congress Network
Edward Kaftarian, MD
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Legal Considerations in Cross-State Telepsychiatry
03/23/2026
Maria Mantas
Test your knowledge with this faculty insights quiz!
Test your knowledge with this faculty insights quiz!
Test your knowledge with this...
03/23/2026
Psych Congress Network
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Quiz
Pharmacologic Intervention in Bulimia Nervosa
02/26/2026
Maria Mantas
Do you remember what the APA guideline recommends? Test your knowledge with this quiz!
Do you remember what the APA guideline recommends? Test your knowledge with this quiz!
Do you remember what the APA...
02/26/2026
Psych Congress Network
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Quiz
Screen Time, Brain Structure, and ADHD in Children
02/12/2026
Maria Mantas
Do you remember what the research says? Test your knowledge with this quick quiz!
Do you remember what the research says? Test your knowledge with this quick quiz!
Do you remember what the...
02/12/2026
Psych Congress Network
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Intranasal Esketamine Dosage for Adult MDD
02/04/2026
Brionna Mendoza
Test your prescribing and administration knowledge with this quiz!
Test your prescribing and administration knowledge with this quiz!
Test your prescribing and...
02/04/2026
Psych Congress Network

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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...
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04/11/2024
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Long-Acting Injectables for Adolescents With Schizophrenia and Schizoaffective Disorder
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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,...
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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...
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