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Kristin Lasseter, MD
Q&A
Improving PMDD Care Through Accurate Diagnosis and Emerging Treatments
09/21/2025
In this insightful Q&A, Kristin Lasseter, MD, shares insights from her 2025 Psych Congress session, “PMDD Uncovered: Neurobiological Insights and Treatment Innovations.”
In this insightful Q&A, Kristin Lasseter, MD, shares insights from her 2025 Psych Congress session, “PMDD Uncovered: Neurobiological Insights and Treatment Innovations.”
In this insightful Q&A, Kristin...
09/21/2025
Psych Congress Network
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Quiz
Clinical Review Before Medication Initiation For BPD
07/28/2025
Maria Mantas
Do you remember the APA guideline recommendations?
Do you remember the APA guideline recommendations?
Do you remember the APA...
07/28/2025
Psych Congress Network
DNA puzzle
News
Recent Cohort Study Assesses Genetic Relationships Between Psychotic Disorders
07/23/2025
Maria Mantas
From a genetic perspective, delusional disorder, acute psychoses, psychosis otherwise not specified, and schizoaffective disorder do not appear to be subtypes of schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or major depression.
From a genetic perspective, delusional disorder, acute psychoses, psychosis otherwise not specified, and schizoaffective disorder do not appear to be subtypes of schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or major depression.
From a genetic perspective,...
07/23/2025
Psych Congress Network
Erin Crown
Videos
Practical Tips to Elevate Your Clinical Impact
05/29/2025
Erin Crown, MHS, PA-C, CAQ
Psych Congress Elevate faculty member Erin Crown, MHS, PA-C, CAQ-Psychiatry, shares practical tips to elevate your career, such as mentorships, learning opportunities, and strategies for reducing burnout.
Psych Congress Elevate faculty member Erin Crown, MHS, PA-C, CAQ-Psychiatry, shares practical tips to elevate your career, such as mentorships, learning opportunities, and strategies for reducing burnout.
Psych Congress Elevate faculty...
05/29/2025
Psych Congress Network
pink pill bottle with white pills spilling out
News
Effective Pharmacologic Interventions for Pathological Gambling Remain Limited
05/09/2025
Maria Mantas
A systematic review presented at the 2025 NEI Spring Congress found that effective pharmacologic interventions for pathological gambling (PG) remain limited. 
A systematic review presented at the 2025 NEI Spring Congress found that effective pharmacologic interventions for pathological gambling (PG) remain limited. 
A systematic review presented at...
05/09/2025
Psychiatry & Behavioral Health
From Psychiatry & Behavioral Health
Raj K. Kalapatapu, MD, PhD
KOL Perspective
Selecting a Medication From Within a Therapeutic Class of Psychotropic Medications
03/20/2025
Raj K. Kalapatapu, MD, PhD
the right psychotropic medication can be challenging, but Raj K. Kalapatapu, MD, PhD, an Associate Professor of Psychiatry at UCSF, offers a practical framework to simplify the process.
the right psychotropic medication can be challenging, but Raj K. Kalapatapu, MD, PhD, an Associate Professor of Psychiatry at UCSF, offers a practical framework to simplify the process.
the right psychotropic...
03/20/2025
Psych Congress Network
an older man wearing glasses rubs his face in stress tired depression treatment resistant depression
News
Genetic Predispositions to Insomnia, Neuroticism, Linked With Higher Risk for Treatment-Resistant Depression
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
Study Offers Practical Recommendations to Improve Diagnosis and Care for Women With ADHD
News
Study Offers Practical Recommendations to Improve Diagnosis and Care for Women With ADHD
02/26/2025
Evi Arthur
A new mixed-methods study published in the Journal of Attention Disorders confirms this research and investigates the barriers to care women diagnosed with ADHD face, as well as what practical changes clinicians can make to create more...
A new mixed-methods study published in the Journal of Attention Disorders confirms this research and investigates the barriers to care women diagnosed with ADHD face, as well as what practical changes clinicians can make to create more...
A new mixed-methods study...
02/26/2025
Psych Congress Network
A person holds a cannabis joint in their hands
News
Cannabis Use Linked With Diminished Brain Activation in Young Adults
02/11/2025
Jolynn Tumolo
A lifetime history of heavy cannabis use in young adults was associated with lower brain activation during a working memory task, according to a study in JAMA Network Open
A lifetime history of heavy cannabis use in young adults was associated with lower brain activation during a working memory task, according to a study in JAMA Network Open
A lifetime history of heavy...
02/11/2025
Neurology
From Neurology
Methylphenidate Improved Driving Performance in Adults
News
Methylphenidate Improved Driving Performance in Adults
02/10/2025
Evi Arthur
Methylphenidate improved driving performance in adults by reducing lane weaving and speed variation, according to results from a recent randomized controlled trial published in the Journal of Psychopharmacology. 
Methylphenidate improved driving performance in adults by reducing lane weaving and speed variation, according to results from a recent randomized controlled trial published in the Journal of Psychopharmacology. 
Methylphenidate improved driving...
02/10/2025
Psych Congress Network
IED Linked With Multiple Psychiatric, Neurologic Comorbidities
News
IED Linked With Multiple Psychiatric, Neurologic Comorbidities
01/24/2025
Evi Arthur
Intermittent explosive disorder (IED) was found to have many comorbidities, including substance use disorder, neurodegenerative diseases, sleep disorders, and many somatic diseases, according to a recent cohort study published in JAMA...
Intermittent explosive disorder (IED) was found to have many comorbidities, including substance use disorder, neurodegenerative diseases, sleep disorders, and many somatic diseases, according to a recent cohort study published in JAMA...
Intermittent explosive disorder...
01/24/2025
Psych Congress Network

Videos

Erin Crown
Videos
Practical Tips to Elevate Your Clinical Impact
05/29/2025
Erin Crown, MHS, PA-C, CAQ
Psych Congress Elevate faculty member Erin Crown, MHS, PA-C, CAQ-Psychiatry, shares practical tips to elevate your career, such as mentorships, learning opportunities, and strategies for reducing burnout.
Psych Congress Elevate faculty member Erin Crown, MHS, PA-C, CAQ-Psychiatry, shares practical tips to elevate your career, such as mentorships, learning opportunities, and strategies for reducing burnout.
Psych Congress Elevate faculty...
05/29/2025
Psych Congress Network
3 roundtable participants
Videos
Overview of Anticholinergic Medications
11/25/2024
Desiree Matthews, PHMNP-BC; Jonathan Meyer, MD; Leslie Citrome, MD
This roundtable video featuring Desiree Matthews, Jonathan Meyer, and Leslie Citrome provides background on the use of anticholinergic medications in psychiatry.
This roundtable video featuring Desiree Matthews, Jonathan Meyer, and Leslie Citrome provides background on the use of anticholinergic medications in psychiatry.
This roundtable video featuring...
11/25/2024
Psych Congress Network
3 roundtable participants
Videos
The Anticholinergic Burden of Psychotherapeutics
11/25/2024
Desiree Matthews, PHMNP-BC; Jonathan Meyer, MD; Leslie Citrome, MD
This roundtable video featuring Desiree Matthews, Jonathan Meyer, and Leslie Citrome discusses the patient burden of anticholinergic drugs.
This roundtable video featuring Desiree Matthews, Jonathan Meyer, and Leslie Citrome discusses the patient burden of anticholinergic drugs.
This roundtable video featuring...
11/25/2024
Psych Congress Network
3 roundtable participants
Videos
Practical Strategies for Anticholinergic Deprescribing
11/25/2024
Desiree Matthews, PHMNP-BC; Jonathan Meyer, MD; Leslie Citrome, MD
This roundtable video featuring Desiree Matthews, Jonathan Meyer, and Leslie Citrome discusses practical strategies for anticholinergic deprescribing.
This roundtable video featuring Desiree Matthews, Jonathan Meyer, and Leslie Citrome discusses practical strategies for anticholinergic deprescribing.
This roundtable video featuring...
11/25/2024
Psych Congress Network
Dr Craig Chepke
Exclusive Interview
Dr Craig Chepke Appointed Scientific Director of Psych Congress, to Co-Chair Upcoming Elevate Meeting
05/21/2024
Meagan Thistle
Dr Craig Chepke discusses his aspirations in his new role, shares insights from his career journey, and reflects on the impact of Psych Congress events on his clinical practice.
Dr Craig Chepke discusses his aspirations in his new role, shares insights from his career journey, and reflects on the impact of Psych Congress events on his clinical practice.
Dr Craig Chepke discusses his...
05/21/2024
Psych Congress Network
Rakesh Jain, MD, MPH.
Videos
Balancing Textbook Psychopharmacology With Patient Individuality
02/27/2024

Featuring Rakesh Jain, MD, MPH

Featuring Rakesh Jain, MD, MPH ...
Rakesh Jain, MD, MPH, offers some thoughts on how to balance the technical knowledge of psychopharmacology with the unique circumstances that surround every individual patient. 
Rakesh Jain, MD, MPH, offers some thoughts on how to balance the technical knowledge of psychopharmacology with the unique circumstances that surround every individual patient. 
Rakesh Jain, MD, MPH, offers...
02/27/2024
Psych Congress Network
Rakesh Jain, MD, MPH.
Videos
The Importance of an Exit Plan: Deprescribing in Psychiatry
02/23/2024

Featuring Rakesh Jain, MD, MPH

Featuring Rakesh Jain, MD, MPH ...
Rakesh Jain, MD, MPH, details the concept and importance of de-prescribing in psychiatric clinical practice.
Rakesh Jain, MD, MPH, details the concept and importance of de-prescribing in psychiatric clinical practice.
Rakesh Jain, MD, MPH, details...
02/23/2024
Psych Congress Network
Penn and Williams
Videos
What Mental Health Clinicians Need to Know About Cannabinoids: Psych Congress Elevate Session Preview
05/25/2023
Industry experts preview their session "Is it 4:20 yet? Successful Management of the Cannabis-Using Patient" at Psych Congress Elevate in June.
Industry experts preview their session "Is it 4:20 yet? Successful Management of the Cannabis-Using Patient" at Psych Congress Elevate in June.
Industry experts preview their...
05/25/2023
Psych Congress Network
Saundra Jain and Andrew Penn
Videos
Using Motivational Interviewing to Promote Patient-Centered Care
05/01/2023
Saundra Jain, MA, PsyD, LPC, and Andrew Penn, MS, PMHNP, discuss how motivational interviewing can be used to establish trust and collaboration with psychiatric patients.
Saundra Jain, MA, PsyD, LPC, and Andrew Penn, MS, PMHNP, discuss how motivational interviewing can be used to establish trust and collaboration with psychiatric patients.
Saundra Jain, MA, PsyD, LPC, and...
05/01/2023
Psych Congress Network
balfour and winsky
Videos
New 988 Mental Health Crisis Response Hotline Highlights Need for Standardization
06/27/2022
In the conclusion of this 3-part video, Margaret (Margie) E. Balfour, MD, PhD, and Sergeant Jason Winsky, BA, discuss tips for family members and clinicians during a mental health crisis and the upcoming 988 hotline launching July, 2022.
In the conclusion of this 3-part video, Margaret (Margie) E. Balfour, MD, PhD, and Sergeant Jason Winsky, BA, discuss tips for family members and clinicians during a mental health crisis and the upcoming 988 hotline launching July, 2022.
In the conclusion of this 3-part...
06/27/2022
Psych Congress Network
Amber Hoberg, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC
Videos
Managing Common Medical Comorbidities in Schizophrenia
09/23/2025
Amber Hoberg, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC
In this video taken on-site at the 2025 Psych Congress, Steering Committee Member Amber Hoberg, PMHNP-BC, walks clinicians through her approach to managing some common comorbid conditions that may impact schizophrenia patients.
In this video taken on-site at the 2025 Psych Congress, Steering Committee Member Amber Hoberg, PMHNP-BC, walks clinicians through her approach to managing some common comorbid conditions that may impact schizophrenia patients.
In this video taken on-site at...
09/23/2025
Psych Congress Network
Edward Kaftarian, MD
Videos
Billing, Reimbursement, and Maximizing Revenue for Telehealth Services
09/09/2025
Edward Kaftarian, MD
In this video, Psych Congress Steering Committee Member Edward Kaftarian, MD, provides an overview of recent developments in reimbursement policies for telehealth services.
In this video, Psych Congress Steering Committee Member Edward Kaftarian, MD, provides an overview of recent developments in reimbursement policies for telehealth services.
In this video, Psych Congress...
09/09/2025
Psych Congress Network
Brooke Kempf, PMHNP-BC
Videos
Shaping the Future of Schizophrenia Care With Muscarinic-Targeting Treatments
09/05/2025
Brooke Kempf, MSN, PMHNP-BC
In this video, Psych Congress Steering Committee Member Brooke Kempf, PMHNP-BC, discusses how the development of muscarinic-targeting treatments is shaping the future of schizophrenia care.
In this video, Psych Congress Steering Committee Member Brooke Kempf, PMHNP-BC, discusses how the development of muscarinic-targeting treatments is shaping the future of schizophrenia care.
In this video, Psych Congress...
09/05/2025
Psych Congress Network
Craig Chepke, MD, DFAPA
Videos
Hypersomnolence in Individuals With Mental Illness
09/05/2025
Craig Chepke, MD, DFAPA
Craig Chepke, MD, DFAPA, discusses how sleep disorders manifest in psychiatric patients and novel treatments available for these conditions.
Craig Chepke, MD, DFAPA, discusses how sleep disorders manifest in psychiatric patients and novel treatments available for these conditions.
Craig Chepke, MD, DFAPA,...
09/05/2025
Psych Congress Network
Greg Mattingly, MD
Videos
Distinguishing Tardive Dyskinesia From Other Movement Disorders
09/04/2025
Greg Mattingly, MD
In this video, filmed at the 2025 NP Institute, Psych Congress Co-Chair Greg Mattingly, MD, provides an insightful overview of the telltale signs that can help clinicians distinguish TD from other movement disorders.
In this video, filmed at the 2025 NP Institute, Psych Congress Co-Chair Greg Mattingly, MD, provides an insightful overview of the telltale signs that can help clinicians distinguish TD from other movement disorders.
In this video, filmed at the...
09/04/2025
Psych Congress Network
Greg Mattingly, MD
Videos
Distinguishing Tardive Dyskinesia From Other Movement Disorders
09/04/2025
Greg Mattingly, MD
In this video, filmed at the 2025 NP Institute, Psych Congress Co-Chair Greg Mattingly, MD, provides an insightful overview of the telltale signs that can help clinicians distinguish TD from other movement disorders.
In this video, filmed at the 2025 NP Institute, Psych Congress Co-Chair Greg Mattingly, MD, provides an insightful overview of the telltale signs that can help clinicians distinguish TD from other movement disorders.
In this video, filmed at the...
09/04/2025
Psych Congress Network
Edward Kaftarian, MD
Videos
Navigating Regulations Regarding the Prescription of Controlled Substances via Telehealth
09/03/2025
Edward Kaftarian, MD
In this video, filmed at Psych Congress Elevate 2025, Steering Committee Member Edward Kaftarian, MD, walks clinicians through current and forthcoming regulations regarding the prescription of controlled substances via telehealth.
In this video, filmed at Psych Congress Elevate 2025, Steering Committee Member Edward Kaftarian, MD, walks clinicians through current and forthcoming regulations regarding the prescription of controlled substances via telehealth.
In this video, filmed at Psych...
09/03/2025
Psych Congress Network
Hara Oyedeji
Videos
Tackling Demographic Disparities in Schizophrenia Diagnosis
08/11/2025
Hara Oyedeji, APRN, PHMNP-BC, MS Ed
In this video, Psych Congress NP Institute Faculty Member Hara Oyedeji, APRN, PMHNP-BC, MSEd, discusses the demographic disparities that exist in the diagnosis of schizophrenia.
In this video, Psych Congress NP Institute Faculty Member Hara Oyedeji, APRN, PMHNP-BC, MSEd, discusses the demographic disparities that exist in the diagnosis of schizophrenia.
In this video, Psych Congress NP...
08/11/2025
Psych Congress Network
Edward Kaftarian, MD
Videos
Practical Strategies for Building Patient Rapport Via Telehealth
08/07/2025
Edward Kaftarian, MD
In this video, Edward Kaftarian, MD, discusses effective strategies for building patient rapport via telehealth.
In this video, Edward Kaftarian, MD, discusses effective strategies for building patient rapport via telehealth.
In this video, Edward Kaftarian,...
08/07/2025
Psych Congress Network
Craig Chepke, MD, DFAPA
Videos
Considerations for Incorporating Muscarinic Agonists Into Schizophrenia Treatment
08/05/2025
Craig Chepke, MD, DFAPA
Psych Congress Elevate Co-Chair and Scientific Director Craig Chepke, MD, DFAPA, shares an overview of some of the most promising clinical findings regarding muscarinic receptor activators.
Psych Congress Elevate Co-Chair and Scientific Director Craig Chepke, MD, DFAPA, shares an overview of some of the most promising clinical findings regarding muscarinic receptor activators.
Psych Congress Elevate Co-Chair...
08/05/2025
Psych Congress Network

News

DNA puzzle
News
Recent Cohort Study Assesses Genetic Relationships Between Psychotic Disorders
07/23/2025
Maria Mantas
From a genetic perspective, delusional disorder, acute psychoses, psychosis otherwise not specified, and schizoaffective disorder do not appear to be subtypes of schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or major depression.
From a genetic perspective, delusional disorder, acute psychoses, psychosis otherwise not specified, and schizoaffective disorder do not appear to be subtypes of schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or major depression.
From a genetic perspective,...
07/23/2025
Psych Congress Network
pink pill bottle with white pills spilling out
News
Effective Pharmacologic Interventions for Pathological Gambling Remain Limited
05/09/2025
Maria Mantas
A systematic review presented at the 2025 NEI Spring Congress found that effective pharmacologic interventions for pathological gambling (PG) remain limited. 
A systematic review presented at the 2025 NEI Spring Congress found that effective pharmacologic interventions for pathological gambling (PG) remain limited. 
A systematic review presented at...
05/09/2025
Psychiatry & Behavioral Health
an older man wearing glasses rubs his face in stress tired depression treatment resistant depression
News
Genetic Predispositions to Insomnia, Neuroticism, Linked With Higher Risk for Treatment-Resistant Depression
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
Study Offers Practical Recommendations to Improve Diagnosis and Care for Women With ADHD
News
Study Offers Practical Recommendations to Improve Diagnosis and Care for Women With ADHD
02/26/2025
Evi Arthur
A new mixed-methods study published in the Journal of Attention Disorders confirms this research and investigates the barriers to care women diagnosed with ADHD face, as well as what practical changes clinicians can make to create more...
A new mixed-methods study published in the Journal of Attention Disorders confirms this research and investigates the barriers to care women diagnosed with ADHD face, as well as what practical changes clinicians can make to create more...
A new mixed-methods study...
02/26/2025
Psych Congress Network
A person holds a cannabis joint in their hands
News
Cannabis Use Linked With Diminished Brain Activation in Young Adults
02/11/2025
Jolynn Tumolo
A lifetime history of heavy cannabis use in young adults was associated with lower brain activation during a working memory task, according to a study in JAMA Network Open
A lifetime history of heavy cannabis use in young adults was associated with lower brain activation during a working memory task, according to a study in JAMA Network Open
A lifetime history of heavy...
02/11/2025
Neurology
Methylphenidate Improved Driving Performance in Adults
News
Methylphenidate Improved Driving Performance in Adults
02/10/2025
Evi Arthur
Methylphenidate improved driving performance in adults by reducing lane weaving and speed variation, according to results from a recent randomized controlled trial published in the Journal of Psychopharmacology. 
Methylphenidate improved driving performance in adults by reducing lane weaving and speed variation, according to results from a recent randomized controlled trial published in the Journal of Psychopharmacology. 
Methylphenidate improved driving...
02/10/2025
Psych Congress Network
IED Linked With Multiple Psychiatric, Neurologic Comorbidities
News
IED Linked With Multiple Psychiatric, Neurologic Comorbidities
01/24/2025
Evi Arthur
Intermittent explosive disorder (IED) was found to have many comorbidities, including substance use disorder, neurodegenerative diseases, sleep disorders, and many somatic diseases, according to a recent cohort study published in JAMA...
Intermittent explosive disorder (IED) was found to have many comorbidities, including substance use disorder, neurodegenerative diseases, sleep disorders, and many somatic diseases, according to a recent cohort study published in JAMA...
Intermittent explosive disorder...
01/24/2025
Psych Congress Network
Early Psychosis and Synaptic Density Reductions Linked, Particularly With Cannabis Use
News
Early Psychosis and Synaptic Density Reductions Linked, Particularly With Cannabis Use
01/20/2025
Evi Arthur
A recent study found synaptic density reductions in the early stages of psychosis and its risk states, particularly in individuals who use cannabis, according to recent results published in JAMA Psychiatry. 
A recent study found synaptic density reductions in the early stages of psychosis and its risk states, particularly in individuals who use cannabis, according to recent results published in JAMA Psychiatry. 
A recent study found synaptic...
01/20/2025
Psych Congress Network
A teddy bear against a blue background wearing a mask and stethoscope.
News
Prenatal Glucocorticoid Exposure Linked With Increased Mental Disorder Risk
01/17/2025
Jolynn Tumolo
Prenatal exposure to glucocorticoids was associated with an increased risk of some mental disorders at age 15, according to a study published in JAMA Network Open.
Prenatal exposure to glucocorticoids was associated with an increased risk of some mental disorders at age 15, according to a study published in JAMA Network Open.
Prenatal exposure to...
01/17/2025
Psych Congress Network
Is it Time for a ‘Reconceptualization’ of TRD? Some Think Yes
News
Is it Time for a ‘Reconceptualization’ of TRD? Some Think Yes
01/14/2025
Evi Arthur
Treatment-resistant depression (TRD) may be a more complex and multifaceted condition than previously thought, with authors of a recent study calling for a “unified definition and reconceptualization” of the illness. Their findings were...
Treatment-resistant depression (TRD) may be a more complex and multifaceted condition than previously thought, with authors of a recent study calling for a “unified definition and reconceptualization” of the illness. Their findings were...
Treatment-resistant depression...
01/14/2025
Psych Congress Network
stethoscope, pills, and a brain
News
Stimulant Treatment for ADHD Associated With Psychosis and BD
09/25/2025
Maria Mantas
Stimulant use for the treatment of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) was associated with higher occurrence of psychotic symptoms, psychotic disorders, and bipolar disorder (BD), according to a systematic review.
Stimulant use for the treatment of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) was associated with higher occurrence of psychotic symptoms, psychotic disorders, and bipolar disorder (BD), according to a systematic review.
Stimulant use for the treatment...
09/25/2025
Psych Congress Network
Katherine Warburton, Stephen Stahl, and Roberto Carrara
News
Breaking the Cycle of Criminalization: Keynote Address Tackles Neuroethics, Justice Reform, and Patient Autonomy at Psych Congress 2025
09/19/2025
Maria Mantas
Discussions of ethical intervention, patient autonomy, and justice reform took center stage during the keynote address at the 2025 Psych Congress on Wednesday evening.
Discussions of ethical intervention, patient autonomy, and justice reform took center stage during the keynote address at the 2025 Psych Congress on Wednesday evening.
Discussions of ethical...
09/19/2025
Psych Congress Network
DNA strand
News
Pharmacogenomic Test Improves MDD Response and Remission Outcomes
09/15/2025
Jolynn Tumolo
Clinician use of a specific weighted multigene pharmacogenomic (PGx) test significantly improved outcomes in adult patients with major depressive disorder (MDD) with at least 1 treatment failure, according to meta-analysis results.
Clinician use of a specific weighted multigene pharmacogenomic (PGx) test significantly improved outcomes in adult patients with major depressive disorder (MDD) with at least 1 treatment failure, according to meta-analysis results.
Clinician use of a specific...
09/15/2025
Psych Congress Network
fda building sign
News
FDA Approves TMS Device for Major Depressive Disorder in Adolescents
09/11/2025
Brionna Mendoza
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved on Wednesday the Apollo Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) Therapy devices for the adjunctive treatment of major depressive disorder (MDD) in adolescents.
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved on Wednesday the Apollo Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) Therapy devices for the adjunctive treatment of major depressive disorder (MDD) in adolescents.
The US Food and Drug...
09/11/2025
Psych Congress Network
cannabis plant and CBD oil
News
High Levels of THC in Cannabis Products Associated With Mental Health Risks
09/11/2025
Maria Mantas
Cannabis products that contained high concentrations of delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) were associated with psychosis, schizophrenia, and cannabis use disorder (CUD), according to a systematic review.
Cannabis products that contained high concentrations of delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) were associated with psychosis, schizophrenia, and cannabis use disorder (CUD), according to a systematic review.
Cannabis products that contained...
09/11/2025
Psych Congress Network
child embraces mother
News
Child Depression During COVID-19 Pandemic Associated With Subsequent Maternal Depression
09/02/2025
Maria Mantas
Child depression at ages 10 and 11 years during the COVID-19 pandemic was significantly associated with later maternal depression, according to longitudinal study results.
Child depression at ages 10 and 11 years during the COVID-19 pandemic was significantly associated with later maternal depression, according to longitudinal study results.
Child depression at ages 10 and...
09/02/2025
Psych Congress Network
An orange prescription container with generic pills spilling out in front of it
News
Early ADHD Drug Treatment Linked With Reduced Risk of Suicide, Substance Misuse, and Other Adverse Outcomes
08/27/2025
Jolynn Tumolo
Patients with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) who began drug treatment within 3 months of diagnosis had significantly reduced rates of suicidal behaviors, substance misuse, traffic accidents, and criminality.
Patients with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) who began drug treatment within 3 months of diagnosis had significantly reduced rates of suicidal behaviors, substance misuse, traffic accidents, and criminality.
Patients with...
08/27/2025
Psych Congress Network
An illustrated picture shows two cartoon doctors, one holding up a magnifying glass to a cartoon brain.
News
Investigational App for Negative Schizophrenia Symptoms Meets Primary Trial Endpoint
08/25/2025
Jolynn Tumolo
An investigational prescription digital therapeutic targeting negative symptoms in patients with schizophrenia met its primary endpoint in a pivotal phase 3 randomized controlled study.
An investigational prescription digital therapeutic targeting negative symptoms in patients with schizophrenia met its primary endpoint in a pivotal phase 3 randomized controlled study.
An investigational prescription...
08/25/2025
Psych Congress Network
tired man rubs eyes
News
Vulnerability to Inflammation-Related Depression Exaggerated in Older Adults With Insomnia
08/18/2025
Jolynn Tumolo
Compared with older adults without insomnia, older adults with the sleep disorder experienced a 3-fold greater increase in depressed mood and depressive symptoms after exposure to an inflammatory challenge, according to study findings.
Compared with older adults without insomnia, older adults with the sleep disorder experienced a 3-fold greater increase in depressed mood and depressive symptoms after exposure to an inflammatory challenge, according to study findings.
Compared with older adults...
08/18/2025
Psych Congress Network
A woman lies in bed awake due to insomnia
News
Cannabinoids Produce Worse Sleep Outcomes in Small Pilot Study
08/15/2025
Brionna Mendoza
A single dose of tetrahydrocannabinol/cannabidiol (THC/CBD) resulted in worse sleep for study participants with insomnia.
A single dose of tetrahydrocannabinol/cannabidiol (THC/CBD) resulted in worse sleep for study participants with insomnia.
A single dose of...
08/15/2025
Neurology

Audio

Dr. Michael Myers on Becoming a Doctors' Doctor
Podcasts
Dr. Michael Myers on Becoming a Doctors' Doctor
12/07/2020
Michael Myers, MD, and John Budin, MD, discuss Dr. Myers' recent memoir, how the COVID-19 pandemic is helping medical professionals admit their vulnerabilities, and steps to take when colleagues may need professional help.  
Michael Myers, MD, and John Budin, MD, discuss Dr. Myers' recent memoir, how the COVID-19 pandemic is helping medical professionals admit their vulnerabilities, and steps to take when colleagues may need professional help.  
Michael Myers, MD, and John...
12/07/2020
Psych Congress Network
Craig Chepke and Rakesh Jain
Podcasts
Psych Congress Family & Friends Podcast, Episode 7: Sleep is the Foundation of Mental Health
09/12/2025
Craig Chepke, MD, DFAPA; Rakesh Jain, MD, MPH, RD
Sleep–wake disorders are common, clinically significant, and too often overlooked in psychiatric practice. In this episode, Drs. Rakesh Jain and Craig Chepke share practical strategies for recognizing and treating conditions such as insomnia,...
Sleep–wake disorders are common, clinically significant, and too often overlooked in psychiatric practice. In this episode, Drs. Rakesh Jain and Craig Chepke share practical strategies for recognizing and treating conditions such as insomnia,...
Sleep–wake disorders are common,...
09/12/2025
Psych Congress Network
Rakesh Jain and Craig Chepke
Podcasts
Psych Congress Family & Friends Podcast, Episode 6: Psychiatry Is the Specialty That Speaks for Those Without a Voice
09/08/2025
Fibromyalgia is more than widespread pain—it’s a condition that blurs the lines between psychiatry, medicine, and the human experience. In this episode, Drs. Rakesh Jain and Craig Chepke discuss a newly approved treatment, explore why...
Fibromyalgia is more than widespread pain—it’s a condition that blurs the lines between psychiatry, medicine, and the human experience. In this episode, Drs. Rakesh Jain and Craig Chepke discuss a newly approved treatment, explore why...
Fibromyalgia is more than...
09/08/2025
Psych Congress Network
Craig Chepke and Rakesh Jain
Podcasts
Psych Congress Family & Friends Podcast, Episode 5: We’re Too Addicted to Our Own Good Ideas
08/25/2025
Craig Chepke, MD, DFAPA; Rakesh Jain, MD, MPH, RD
In this episode, Drs Rakesh Jain and Craig Chepke reflect on how the words we use—and the habits we form—shape the way we practice. The pair also take a fresh look at the serotonin story, talk through new ways of understanding depression, and...
In this episode, Drs Rakesh Jain and Craig Chepke reflect on how the words we use—and the habits we form—shape the way we practice. The pair also take a fresh look at the serotonin story, talk through new ways of understanding depression, and...
In this episode, Drs Rakesh Jain...
08/25/2025
Psych Congress Network
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Podcasts
Psych Congress Family & Friends Podcast, Episode 4: Every Pill is a Choice
07/25/2025
Craig Chepke, MD, DFAPA; Rakesh Jain, MD, MPH, RD
They are back! Through a positive psychiatry lens, Drs Rakesh Jain and Craig Chepke reflect on recent research, the challenges of psychiatric diagnosis, and why every treatment decision should begin with a deep understanding of the person in...
They are back! Through a positive psychiatry lens, Drs Rakesh Jain and Craig Chepke reflect on recent research, the challenges of psychiatric diagnosis, and why every treatment decision should begin with a deep understanding of the person in...
They are back! Through a...
07/25/2025
Psych Congress Network
Dr Rakesh Jain
Podcasts
Targeting Hyperactivity and Impulsivity in Adolescents: A Look at Viloxazine ER
04/17/2025
Rakesh Jain, MD, MPH, RD
Join Rakesh Jain, MD, MPH, as he explores the role of viloxazine extended-release (ER) in targeting hyperactivity and impulsivity in adolescents with ADHD.
Join Rakesh Jain, MD, MPH, as he explores the role of viloxazine extended-release (ER) in targeting hyperactivity and impulsivity in adolescents with ADHD.
Join Rakesh Jain, MD, MPH, as he...
04/17/2025
Psych Congress Network
Dr Greg Mattingly
Podcasts
Viloxazine ER: A New Era in ADHD Treatment?
04/17/2025
Greg Mattingly, MD
Join Greg Mattingly, MD, as he discusses the evolving ADHD treatment landscape, in particular extended-release viloxazine
Join Greg Mattingly, MD, as he discusses the evolving ADHD treatment landscape, in particular extended-release viloxazine
Join Greg Mattingly, MD, as he...
04/17/2025
Psych Congress Network
Rakesh and Craig
Podcasts
Weighing the Options: Medication, Lifestyle, and the Path to Wellness
03/26/2025
Rakesh Jain, MD, MPH, RD; Craig Chepke, MD, DFAPA
In this episode, Dr Rakesh Jain and Dr Craig Chepke explore medication-induced weight gain in schizophrenia treatment and how clinicians can help patients take control of their health, mind, and body.
In this episode, Dr Rakesh Jain and Dr Craig Chepke explore medication-induced weight gain in schizophrenia treatment and how clinicians can help patients take control of their health, mind, and body.
In this episode, Dr Rakesh Jain...
03/26/2025
Psych Congress Network
psych congress family and friends podcast
Podcasts
Gut Feelings: Tackling Medication-Induced Nausea
02/05/2025
Join Dr Craig Chepke and D. Rakesh Jain in this episode of the Psych Congress Family & Friends Podcast as they tackle a topic that affects so many patients receiving psychiatric treatment: nausea!
Join Dr Craig Chepke and D. Rakesh Jain in this episode of the Psych Congress Family & Friends Podcast as they tackle a topic that affects so many patients receiving psychiatric treatment: nausea!
Join Dr Craig Chepke and D....
02/05/2025
Psych Congress Network
psych congress family and friends podcast
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 a discussion of feelings surrounding the recent passing of Dr Vladimir Maletic leads to an exploration of a topic near and dear to Dr Maletic's heart—the role of norepinephrine in clinical practice.
Join Dr Rakesh Jain and Dr Craig Chepke for a discussion of feelings surrounding the recent passing of Dr Vladimir Maletic leads to an exploration of a topic near and dear to Dr Maletic's heart—the role of norepinephrine in clinical practice.
Join Dr Rakesh Jain and Dr Craig...
01/06/2025
Psych Congress Network
psych congress family and friends podcast
Podcasts
Welcome to Psych Congress Family & Friends Hosted by Rakesh Jain and Craig Chepke
01/06/2025
Rakesh Jain, MD, MPH, RD; Craig Chepke, MD, DFAPA
Introducing our new psychiatry and psychopharmacology podcast aimed at enhancing your clinical practice in an approachable and heartfelt way, hosted by Rakesh Jain, MD, MPH, and Craig Chepke, MD, DFAPA. Subscribe now!
Introducing our new psychiatry and psychopharmacology podcast aimed at enhancing your clinical practice in an approachable and heartfelt way, hosted by Rakesh Jain, MD, MPH, and Craig Chepke, MD, DFAPA. Subscribe now!
Introducing our new psychiatry...
01/06/2025
Psych Congress Network

Blogs

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
wellbeing_anxiety_depression
Blog
A Woman's Guide to Overcoming Daily Stress and Improving Overall Well-Being
12/16/2021
This guide provides actionable tips you can implement in everyday life for improved well-being.
This guide provides actionable tips you can implement in everyday life for improved well-being.
This guide provides actionable...
12/16/2021
Psych Congress Network
Athena Robinson
Blog
Using AI to Build a Bridge Between Men and Mental Health Care
10/15/2021
Athena Robinson, PhD, discusses how artificial intelligence can help men overcome the stigma of seeking treatment for mental health disorders.
Athena Robinson, PhD, discusses how artificial intelligence can help men overcome the stigma of seeking treatment for mental health disorders.
Athena Robinson, PhD, discusses...
10/15/2021
Psych Congress Network
Michael Myers
Blog
National Physician Suicide Awareness Day 2021: With Gratitude to the Feists
10/07/2021
Michael Myers
Michael Myers, MD, reflects on National Physician Suicide Awareness Day.
Michael Myers, MD, reflects on National Physician Suicide Awareness Day.
Michael Myers, MD, reflects on...
10/07/2021
Psych Congress Network
Dr Agronin
Blog
The Perils of Social Isolation in Older Individuals
06/24/2021
BLOG: I valued the opportunities brought by Telehealth throughout the pandemic, and yet I missed seeing my aging patients in person. Video chats just weren’t as informative or engaging as face-to-face encounters.
BLOG: I valued the opportunities brought by Telehealth throughout the pandemic, and yet I missed seeing my aging patients in person. Video chats just weren’t as informative or engaging as face-to-face encounters.
BLOG: I valued the opportunities...
06/24/2021
Psych Congress Network
Michael_Myers
Blog
It Is Never Too Late
06/04/2021
Michael Myers
BLOG: I have kept all the files of my patients who have died by suicide [including] ones under my care when they died & those who were no longer my patients when they took their lives.
BLOG: I have kept all the files of my patients who have died by suicide [including] ones under my care when they died & those who were no longer my patients when they took their lives.
BLOG: I have kept all the files...
06/04/2021
Psych Congress Network
Dr Myers
Blog
How Well-Intentioned Advice Is Suppressing the Doctors of Tomorrow
04/15/2021
Michael Myers
Michael Myers, MD, says physicians continue to face pressure to remain silent about mental illness, which leads to hesitancy in seeking help and a worsening of symptoms.
Michael Myers, MD, says physicians continue to face pressure to remain silent about mental illness, which leads to hesitancy in seeking help and a worsening of symptoms.
Michael Myers, MD, says...
04/15/2021
Psych Congress Network
Andrew Penn
Blog
One Year Later: Finding Hope
02/24/2021
Andrew Penn, RN, MS, NP, CNS, APRN-BC
BLOG: At the one-year mark of the COVID-19 pandemic, I turn again, as I did in March 2020, to writing to make sense of my world. I am tired, I am frustrated, and I am weary. But, like you, I am still here.
BLOG: At the one-year mark of the COVID-19 pandemic, I turn again, as I did in March 2020, to writing to make sense of my world. I am tired, I am frustrated, and I am weary. But, like you, I am still here.
BLOG: At the one-year mark of...
02/24/2021
Psych Congress Network
Andrew Penn
Blog
Immunization and Insurrection: Will the Better Angels of Our Nature Prevail?
01/09/2021
Andrew Penn, RN, MS, NP, CNS, APRN-BC
BLOG: We humans are complex creatures who can hold, Shiva-like, the simultaneous capacity for tremendous creation in one hand and woeful destruction in the other.
BLOG: We humans are complex creatures who can hold, Shiva-like, the simultaneous capacity for tremendous creation in one hand and woeful destruction in the other.
BLOG: We humans are complex...
01/09/2021
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
Chan_Khan_Digital Mental Health
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
major depressive disorder
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
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Recent Cohort Study Assesses Genetic Relationships Between Psychotic Disorders
07/23/2025
Maria Mantas
From a genetic perspective, delusional disorder, acute psychoses, psychosis otherwise not specified, and schizoaffective disorder do not appear to be subtypes of schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or major depression.
From a genetic perspective, delusional disorder, acute psychoses, psychosis otherwise not specified, and schizoaffective disorder do not appear to be subtypes of schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or major depression.
From a genetic perspective,...
07/23/2025
Psych Congress Network
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Effective Pharmacologic Interventions for Pathological Gambling Remain Limited
05/09/2025
Maria Mantas
A systematic review presented at the 2025 NEI Spring Congress found that effective pharmacologic interventions for pathological gambling (PG) remain limited. 
A systematic review presented at the 2025 NEI Spring Congress found that effective pharmacologic interventions for pathological gambling (PG) remain limited. 
A systematic review presented at...
05/09/2025
Psychiatry & Behavioral Health
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News
Genetic Predispositions to Insomnia, Neuroticism, Linked With Higher Risk for Treatment-Resistant Depression
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
Study Offers Practical Recommendations to Improve Diagnosis and Care for Women With ADHD
News
Study Offers Practical Recommendations to Improve Diagnosis and Care for Women With ADHD
02/26/2025
Evi Arthur
A new mixed-methods study published in the Journal of Attention Disorders confirms this research and investigates the barriers to care women diagnosed with ADHD face, as well as what practical changes clinicians can make to create more...
A new mixed-methods study published in the Journal of Attention Disorders confirms this research and investigates the barriers to care women diagnosed with ADHD face, as well as what practical changes clinicians can make to create more...
A new mixed-methods study...
02/26/2025
Psych Congress Network
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Cannabis Use Linked With Diminished Brain Activation in Young Adults
02/11/2025
Jolynn Tumolo
A lifetime history of heavy cannabis use in young adults was associated with lower brain activation during a working memory task, according to a study in JAMA Network Open
A lifetime history of heavy cannabis use in young adults was associated with lower brain activation during a working memory task, according to a study in JAMA Network Open
A lifetime history of heavy...
02/11/2025
Neurology
Methylphenidate Improved Driving Performance in Adults
News
Methylphenidate Improved Driving Performance in Adults
02/10/2025
Evi Arthur
Methylphenidate improved driving performance in adults by reducing lane weaving and speed variation, according to results from a recent randomized controlled trial published in the Journal of Psychopharmacology. 
Methylphenidate improved driving performance in adults by reducing lane weaving and speed variation, according to results from a recent randomized controlled trial published in the Journal of Psychopharmacology. 
Methylphenidate improved driving...
02/10/2025
Psych Congress Network
IED Linked With Multiple Psychiatric, Neurologic Comorbidities
News
IED Linked With Multiple Psychiatric, Neurologic Comorbidities
01/24/2025
Evi Arthur
Intermittent explosive disorder (IED) was found to have many comorbidities, including substance use disorder, neurodegenerative diseases, sleep disorders, and many somatic diseases, according to a recent cohort study published in JAMA...
Intermittent explosive disorder (IED) was found to have many comorbidities, including substance use disorder, neurodegenerative diseases, sleep disorders, and many somatic diseases, according to a recent cohort study published in JAMA...
Intermittent explosive disorder...
01/24/2025
Psych Congress Network
Early Psychosis and Synaptic Density Reductions Linked, Particularly With Cannabis Use
News
Early Psychosis and Synaptic Density Reductions Linked, Particularly With Cannabis Use
01/20/2025
Evi Arthur
A recent study found synaptic density reductions in the early stages of psychosis and its risk states, particularly in individuals who use cannabis, according to recent results published in JAMA Psychiatry. 
A recent study found synaptic density reductions in the early stages of psychosis and its risk states, particularly in individuals who use cannabis, according to recent results published in JAMA Psychiatry. 
A recent study found synaptic...
01/20/2025
Psych Congress Network
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News
Prenatal Glucocorticoid Exposure Linked With Increased Mental Disorder Risk
01/17/2025
Jolynn Tumolo
Prenatal exposure to glucocorticoids was associated with an increased risk of some mental disorders at age 15, according to a study published in JAMA Network Open.
Prenatal exposure to glucocorticoids was associated with an increased risk of some mental disorders at age 15, according to a study published in JAMA Network Open.
Prenatal exposure to...
01/17/2025
Psych Congress Network
Is it Time for a ‘Reconceptualization’ of TRD? Some Think Yes
News
Is it Time for a ‘Reconceptualization’ of TRD? Some Think Yes
01/14/2025
Evi Arthur
Treatment-resistant depression (TRD) may be a more complex and multifaceted condition than previously thought, with authors of a recent study calling for a “unified definition and reconceptualization” of the illness. Their findings were...
Treatment-resistant depression (TRD) may be a more complex and multifaceted condition than previously thought, with authors of a recent study calling for a “unified definition and reconceptualization” of the illness. Their findings were...
Treatment-resistant depression...
01/14/2025
Psych Congress Network
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News
Stimulant Treatment for ADHD Associated With Psychosis and BD
09/25/2025
Maria Mantas
Stimulant use for the treatment of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) was associated with higher occurrence of psychotic symptoms, psychotic disorders, and bipolar disorder (BD), according to a systematic review.
Stimulant use for the treatment of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) was associated with higher occurrence of psychotic symptoms, psychotic disorders, and bipolar disorder (BD), according to a systematic review.
Stimulant use for the treatment...
09/25/2025
Psych Congress Network
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News
Breaking the Cycle of Criminalization: Keynote Address Tackles Neuroethics, Justice Reform, and Patient Autonomy at Psych Congress 2025
09/19/2025
Maria Mantas
Discussions of ethical intervention, patient autonomy, and justice reform took center stage during the keynote address at the 2025 Psych Congress on Wednesday evening.
Discussions of ethical intervention, patient autonomy, and justice reform took center stage during the keynote address at the 2025 Psych Congress on Wednesday evening.
Discussions of ethical...
09/19/2025
Psych Congress Network
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News
Pharmacogenomic Test Improves MDD Response and Remission Outcomes
09/15/2025
Jolynn Tumolo
Clinician use of a specific weighted multigene pharmacogenomic (PGx) test significantly improved outcomes in adult patients with major depressive disorder (MDD) with at least 1 treatment failure, according to meta-analysis results.
Clinician use of a specific weighted multigene pharmacogenomic (PGx) test significantly improved outcomes in adult patients with major depressive disorder (MDD) with at least 1 treatment failure, according to meta-analysis results.
Clinician use of a specific...
09/15/2025
Psych Congress Network
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News
FDA Approves TMS Device for Major Depressive Disorder in Adolescents
09/11/2025
Brionna Mendoza
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved on Wednesday the Apollo Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) Therapy devices for the adjunctive treatment of major depressive disorder (MDD) in adolescents.
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved on Wednesday the Apollo Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) Therapy devices for the adjunctive treatment of major depressive disorder (MDD) in adolescents.
The US Food and Drug...
09/11/2025
Psych Congress Network
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News
High Levels of THC in Cannabis Products Associated With Mental Health Risks
09/11/2025
Maria Mantas
Cannabis products that contained high concentrations of delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) were associated with psychosis, schizophrenia, and cannabis use disorder (CUD), according to a systematic review.
Cannabis products that contained high concentrations of delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) were associated with psychosis, schizophrenia, and cannabis use disorder (CUD), according to a systematic review.
Cannabis products that contained...
09/11/2025
Psych Congress Network
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Child Depression During COVID-19 Pandemic Associated With Subsequent Maternal Depression
09/02/2025
Maria Mantas
Child depression at ages 10 and 11 years during the COVID-19 pandemic was significantly associated with later maternal depression, according to longitudinal study results.
Child depression at ages 10 and 11 years during the COVID-19 pandemic was significantly associated with later maternal depression, according to longitudinal study results.
Child depression at ages 10 and...
09/02/2025
Psych Congress Network
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News
Early ADHD Drug Treatment Linked With Reduced Risk of Suicide, Substance Misuse, and Other Adverse Outcomes
08/27/2025
Jolynn Tumolo
Patients with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) who began drug treatment within 3 months of diagnosis had significantly reduced rates of suicidal behaviors, substance misuse, traffic accidents, and criminality.
Patients with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) who began drug treatment within 3 months of diagnosis had significantly reduced rates of suicidal behaviors, substance misuse, traffic accidents, and criminality.
Patients with...
08/27/2025
Psych Congress Network
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News
Investigational App for Negative Schizophrenia Symptoms Meets Primary Trial Endpoint
08/25/2025
Jolynn Tumolo
An investigational prescription digital therapeutic targeting negative symptoms in patients with schizophrenia met its primary endpoint in a pivotal phase 3 randomized controlled study.
An investigational prescription digital therapeutic targeting negative symptoms in patients with schizophrenia met its primary endpoint in a pivotal phase 3 randomized controlled study.
An investigational prescription...
08/25/2025
Psych Congress Network
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News
Vulnerability to Inflammation-Related Depression Exaggerated in Older Adults With Insomnia
08/18/2025
Jolynn Tumolo
Compared with older adults without insomnia, older adults with the sleep disorder experienced a 3-fold greater increase in depressed mood and depressive symptoms after exposure to an inflammatory challenge, according to study findings.
Compared with older adults without insomnia, older adults with the sleep disorder experienced a 3-fold greater increase in depressed mood and depressive symptoms after exposure to an inflammatory challenge, according to study findings.
Compared with older adults...
08/18/2025
Psych Congress Network
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News
Cannabinoids Produce Worse Sleep Outcomes in Small Pilot Study
08/15/2025
Brionna Mendoza
A single dose of tetrahydrocannabinol/cannabidiol (THC/CBD) resulted in worse sleep for study participants with insomnia.
A single dose of tetrahydrocannabinol/cannabidiol (THC/CBD) resulted in worse sleep for study participants with insomnia.
A single dose of...
08/15/2025
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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, 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 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
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Long-Acting Injectables for Adolescents With Schizophrenia and Schizoaffective Disorder
04/10/2024
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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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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