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Increase in Suicidality Associated With FDA Black Box Warning Implementation
News
Increase in Suicidality Associated With FDA Black Box Warning Implementation
10/11/2024
Evi Arthur
Black box warnings on antidepressants from the FDA warning of increased risk of suicidality were associated with a decline in mental health treatment and an increase in suicide attempts and deaths in young people, according to a systematic...
Black box warnings on antidepressants from the FDA warning of increased risk of suicidality were associated with a decline in mental health treatment and an increase in suicide attempts and deaths in young people, according to a systematic...
Black box warnings on...
10/11/2024
Psych Congress Network
A depressed teen rides the bus and looks at a smartphone in their hand
News
Adolescents May Not Reliably Signal Self-Harm Risk on PHQ in Primary Care Screenings
05/13/2024
Jolynn Tumolo
Teens with depression who were screened in primary care had higher odds of responding “not at all” to a question about thoughts of death or self-harm in the days and weeks before a self-harm event or death by suicide.
Teens with depression who were screened in primary care had higher odds of responding “not at all” to a question about thoughts of death or self-harm in the days and weeks before a self-harm event or death by suicide.
Teens with depression who were...
05/13/2024
Psych Congress Network
FDA
Quiz
What were the FDA's preliminary findings after investigating GLP-1 RAs?
04/25/2024
Do you remember this FDA update?
Do you remember this FDA update?
Do you remember this FDA update?
04/25/2024
Psych Congress Network
$52.5 Million Awarded in Federal Grants for Veteran Suicide Prevention
News
$52.5 Million Awarded in Federal Grants for Veteran Suicide Prevention
02/21/2024
Hannah Musick
In a recent press release, the US Department of Veterans Affairs announced it would award $52.5 million in grants to community-based organizations that provide or coordinate suicide prevention services for veterans and their families.
In a recent press release, the US Department of Veterans Affairs announced it would award $52.5 million in grants to community-based organizations that provide or coordinate suicide prevention services for veterans and their families.
In a recent press release, the...
02/21/2024
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
Illustration two profiles with brains
News
Hospitalization Following Suicide Attempt May Benefit Some, but Individualized Approach Needed
10/25/2023
Brionna Mendoza
Psychiatric hospitalization may reduce the number of additional suicide attempts (SA) in the immediate aftermath of an SA, but not for other recent SAs or suicide ideation (SI) alone.
Psychiatric hospitalization may reduce the number of additional suicide attempts (SA) in the immediate aftermath of an SA, but not for other recent SAs or suicide ideation (SI) alone.
Psychiatric hospitalization may...
10/25/2023
Psych Congress Network
Teens with Headaches Report Increased Rates of Bullying, Suicidality
News
Teens With Headaches Report Increased Rates of Bullying, Suicidality
08/14/2023
Jolynn Tumolo
Adolescents who have been bullied or who have considered or attempted suicide may be more likely to experience headaches than their peers, according to study results published in Neurology.
Adolescents who have been bullied or who have considered or attempted suicide may be more likely to experience headaches than their peers, according to study results published in Neurology.
Adolescents who have been...
08/14/2023
Neurology
From Neurology
News
Rumination Linked With Suicidal Thoughts in Teens With Major Depressive Disorder
04/17/2023
Jolynn Tumolo
Elevated cognitive rumination was associated with suicidal ideation in adolescents with depression, according to findings published in the Journal of Affective Disorders
Elevated cognitive rumination was associated with suicidal ideation in adolescents with depression, according to findings published in the Journal of Affective Disorders
Elevated cognitive rumination...
04/17/2023
Psych Congress Network
Dr Jody Russon
Videos
Better Treatment Through Understanding Suicide in LGBTQIA+ Community
04/06/2023
In this clip from Psych Congress 2022 in New Orleans, Louisiana, Jody Russon, PhD, discusses the theories that can help clinicians better understand the concern of suicide in the LGBTQIA+ community.
In this clip from Psych Congress 2022 in New Orleans, Louisiana, Jody Russon, PhD, discusses the theories that can help clinicians better understand the concern of suicide in the LGBTQIA+ community.
In this clip from Psych Congress...
04/06/2023
Psych Congress Network
News
Outside Factors Contributing to Suicide Rate Differ by Sex, Study Finds
03/13/2023
Evi Arthur
This first-of-its-kind study identifies contextual circumstances that may contribute to North America’s rising suicide rates. 
This first-of-its-kind study identifies contextual circumstances that may contribute to North America’s rising suicide rates. 
This first-of-its-kind study...
03/13/2023
Psych Congress Network
News
CASSY Better Than ASQ for Predicting Suicide Attempts in Teens With Psychiatric Symptoms
02/24/2023
Jolynn Tumolo
A comparison of the Ask Suicide-Screening Questions (ASQ) and the Computerized Adaptive Screen for Suicidal Youth (CASSY) instruments found both tools showed strong predictive validity in predicting suicide attempts in adolescents.
A comparison of the Ask Suicide-Screening Questions (ASQ) and the Computerized Adaptive Screen for Suicidal Youth (CASSY) instruments found both tools showed strong predictive validity in predicting suicide attempts in adolescents.
A comparison of the Ask...
02/24/2023
Psych Congress Network

News Articles

Increase in Suicidality Associated With FDA Black Box Warning Implementation
News
Increase in Suicidality Associated With FDA Black Box Warning Implementation
10/11/2024
Evi Arthur
Black box warnings on antidepressants from the FDA warning of increased risk of suicidality were associated with a decline in mental health treatment and an increase in suicide attempts and deaths in young people, according to a systematic...
Black box warnings on antidepressants from the FDA warning of increased risk of suicidality were associated with a decline in mental health treatment and an increase in suicide attempts and deaths in young people, according to a systematic...
Black box warnings on...
10/11/2024
Psych Congress Network
A depressed teen rides the bus and looks at a smartphone in their hand
News
Adolescents May Not Reliably Signal Self-Harm Risk on PHQ in Primary Care Screenings
05/13/2024
Jolynn Tumolo
Teens with depression who were screened in primary care had higher odds of responding “not at all” to a question about thoughts of death or self-harm in the days and weeks before a self-harm event or death by suicide.
Teens with depression who were screened in primary care had higher odds of responding “not at all” to a question about thoughts of death or self-harm in the days and weeks before a self-harm event or death by suicide.
Teens with depression who were...
05/13/2024
Psych Congress Network
$52.5 Million Awarded in Federal Grants for Veteran Suicide Prevention
News
$52.5 Million Awarded in Federal Grants for Veteran Suicide Prevention
02/21/2024
Hannah Musick
In a recent press release, the US Department of Veterans Affairs announced it would award $52.5 million in grants to community-based organizations that provide or coordinate suicide prevention services for veterans and their families.
In a recent press release, the US Department of Veterans Affairs announced it would award $52.5 million in grants to community-based organizations that provide or coordinate suicide prevention services for veterans and their families.
In a recent press release, the...
02/21/2024
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
Illustration two profiles with brains
News
Hospitalization Following Suicide Attempt May Benefit Some, but Individualized Approach Needed
10/25/2023
Brionna Mendoza
Psychiatric hospitalization may reduce the number of additional suicide attempts (SA) in the immediate aftermath of an SA, but not for other recent SAs or suicide ideation (SI) alone.
Psychiatric hospitalization may reduce the number of additional suicide attempts (SA) in the immediate aftermath of an SA, but not for other recent SAs or suicide ideation (SI) alone.
Psychiatric hospitalization may...
10/25/2023
Psych Congress Network
Teens with Headaches Report Increased Rates of Bullying, Suicidality
News
Teens With Headaches Report Increased Rates of Bullying, Suicidality
08/14/2023
Jolynn Tumolo
Adolescents who have been bullied or who have considered or attempted suicide may be more likely to experience headaches than their peers, according to study results published in Neurology.
Adolescents who have been bullied or who have considered or attempted suicide may be more likely to experience headaches than their peers, according to study results published in Neurology.
Adolescents who have been...
08/14/2023
Neurology
News
Rumination Linked With Suicidal Thoughts in Teens With Major Depressive Disorder
04/17/2023
Jolynn Tumolo
Elevated cognitive rumination was associated with suicidal ideation in adolescents with depression, according to findings published in the Journal of Affective Disorders
Elevated cognitive rumination was associated with suicidal ideation in adolescents with depression, according to findings published in the Journal of Affective Disorders
Elevated cognitive rumination...
04/17/2023
Psych Congress Network
News
Outside Factors Contributing to Suicide Rate Differ by Sex, Study Finds
03/13/2023
Evi Arthur
This first-of-its-kind study identifies contextual circumstances that may contribute to North America’s rising suicide rates. 
This first-of-its-kind study identifies contextual circumstances that may contribute to North America’s rising suicide rates. 
This first-of-its-kind study...
03/13/2023
Psych Congress Network
News
CASSY Better Than ASQ for Predicting Suicide Attempts in Teens With Psychiatric Symptoms
02/24/2023
Jolynn Tumolo
A comparison of the Ask Suicide-Screening Questions (ASQ) and the Computerized Adaptive Screen for Suicidal Youth (CASSY) instruments found both tools showed strong predictive validity in predicting suicide attempts in adolescents.
A comparison of the Ask Suicide-Screening Questions (ASQ) and the Computerized Adaptive Screen for Suicidal Youth (CASSY) instruments found both tools showed strong predictive validity in predicting suicide attempts in adolescents.
A comparison of the Ask...
02/24/2023
Psych Congress Network
News
Suicidal Behavior Increasing in US Youth, Meta-Analysis Finds
02/23/2023
Evi Arthur
Suicidal behavior and ideation increasing, particularly in older children and boys.
Suicidal behavior and ideation increasing, particularly in older children and boys.
Suicidal behavior and ideation...
02/23/2023
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

Videos

Dr Jody Russon
Videos
Better Treatment Through Understanding Suicide in LGBTQIA+ Community
04/06/2023
In this clip from Psych Congress 2022 in New Orleans, Louisiana, Jody Russon, PhD, discusses the theories that can help clinicians better understand the concern of suicide in the LGBTQIA+ community.
In this clip from Psych Congress 2022 in New Orleans, Louisiana, Jody Russon, PhD, discusses the theories that can help clinicians better understand the concern of suicide in the LGBTQIA+ community.
In this clip from Psych Congress...
04/06/2023
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
Reclaiming Nurses Week
Videos
Reclaiming Nurses Week Part 5: An Open Letter to Our Nurses
05/11/2022
Watch our final video of the series, Reclaiming Nurses Week Part 5: An Open Letter to Our Nurses.
Watch our final video of the series, Reclaiming Nurses Week Part 5: An Open Letter to Our Nurses.
Watch our final video of the...
05/11/2022
Psych Congress Network
Reclaiming Nurses Week
Videos
Reclaiming Nurses Week Part 4: Nurses Mental Health
05/10/2022
Reclaiming Nurses Week Part 4: Nurses Mental Health. Hear the stories of stigma surrounding asking for help.
Reclaiming Nurses Week Part 4: Nurses Mental Health. Hear the stories of stigma surrounding asking for help.
Reclaiming Nurses Week Part 4:...
05/10/2022
Psych Congress Network
Reclaiming Nurses Week
Videos
Reclaiming Nurses Week Part 3: The Solution
05/09/2022
In this installment of Reclaiming Nurses Week, we address The Solution. Nurses share the changes that need to be made and the resources that are currently available.
In this installment of Reclaiming Nurses Week, we address The Solution. Nurses share the changes that need to be made and the resources that are currently available.
In this installment of...
05/09/2022
Psych Congress Network
Reclaiming Nurses Week
Videos
Reclaiming Nurses Week Part 2: The Cause
05/08/2022
In Part 2 of this video series, Reclaiming Nurses Week, we hear about The Cause as nurses share the reasons behind their mental health struggles.
In Part 2 of this video series, Reclaiming Nurses Week, we hear about The Cause as nurses share the reasons behind their mental health struggles.
In Part 2 of this video series,...
05/08/2022
Psych Congress Network
Reclaiming Nurses Week
Videos
Reclaiming Nurses Week Part 1: The Problem
05/07/2022
Reclaiming Nurses Week Part 1: The Problem. Stories from our nurses identifying the impact of burnout on their mental health.
Reclaiming Nurses Week Part 1: The Problem. Stories from our nurses identifying the impact of burnout on their mental health.
Reclaiming Nurses Week Part 1:...
05/07/2022
Psych Congress Network
Dr King
Videos
The Acceptability and Next Steps With the CASSY Suicide Screening Tool
01/24/2022
In the conclusion of this video series, Cheryl King, PhD, professor in the Departments of Psychiatry and Psychology and Director of the Youth Depression and Suicide Prevention Program at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, discusses the...
In the conclusion of this video series, Cheryl King, PhD, professor in the Departments of Psychiatry and Psychology and Director of the Youth Depression and Suicide Prevention Program at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, discusses the...
In the conclusion of this video...
01/24/2022
Psych Congress Network
Dr King
Videos
The Acceptability and Next Steps With the CASSY Suicide Screening Tool
01/24/2022
Cheryl King, PhD, discusses the acceptability to both parents and youth for this screening tool, next steps in implementation, as well as the stigma of suicidal ideation in youth.
Cheryl King, PhD, discusses the acceptability to both parents and youth for this screening tool, next steps in implementation, as well as the stigma of suicidal ideation in youth.
Cheryl King, PhD, discusses the...
01/24/2022
Psych Congress Network
Dr King
Videos
Developing the CASSY Suicide Screening Tool
01/18/2022
Cheryl King, PhD, discusses the studies that determined the validity and accuracy of the CASSY suicide screening tool.
Cheryl King, PhD, discusses the studies that determined the validity and accuracy of the CASSY suicide screening tool.
Cheryl King, PhD, discusses the...
01/18/2022
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

Blogs

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
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
myers
Blog
Remembering Dr. Lorna Breen on National Physician Suicide Awareness Day
10/05/2020
Michael Myers
BLOG: National Physician Suicide Awareness Day is a day of reflection and pause, a day to remember physicians who have taken their own lives. It is also a day of hope and collaboration, people coming together with ideas and energy to make a...
BLOG: National Physician Suicide Awareness Day is a day of reflection and pause, a day to remember physicians who have taken their own lives. It is also a day of hope and collaboration, people coming together with ideas and energy to make a...
BLOG: National Physician Suicide...
10/05/2020
Psych Congress Network
Michael Myers
Blog
National Physician Suicide Awareness Day: We Refuse to Forget
10/16/2019
Michael Myers
BLOG: September 17, 2019 was the second annual National Physician Suicide Awareness Day, a day to commemorate colleagues lost to suicide and raise awareness about the issue.
BLOG: September 17, 2019 was the second annual National Physician Suicide Awareness Day, a day to commemorate colleagues lost to suicide and raise awareness about the issue.
BLOG: September 17, 2019 was the...
10/16/2019
Psych Congress Network
Michael Myers
Blog
Reflections on National Physician Suicide Awareness Day
10/04/2018
Michael Myers
BLOG: September 17, 2018 was designated as the first National Physician Suicide Awareness Day in this country. All of us in the mental health community can be grateful for the pioneering and hard work of Dr. Loice Swisher, who took...
BLOG: September 17, 2018 was designated as the first National Physician Suicide Awareness Day in this country. All of us in the mental health community can be grateful for the pioneering and hard work of Dr. Loice Swisher, who took...
BLOG: September 17, 2018...
10/04/2018
Psych Congress Network
Blog
Transform our shock into action
06/12/2018
A few short days ago, the very tragic deaths of fashion designer Kate Spade and international chef Anthony Bourdain stunned us. Our national suicide rate is skyrocketing, and now exceeds the annual number of deaths due to car accidents.
A few short days ago, the very tragic deaths of fashion designer Kate Spade and international chef Anthony Bourdain stunned us. Our national suicide rate is skyrocketing, and now exceeds the annual number of deaths due to car accidents.
A few short days ago, the very...
06/12/2018
Psych Congress Network
Blog
Let’s Lead the Conversation About Suicide
06/08/2018
Andrew Penn, RN, MS, NP, CNS, APRN-BC
BLOG: As mental health professionals, we have the opportunities to be leaders within our communities to help address this problem. Let’s lead by example to make talking about mental health and suicide as normal as talking about the game last...
BLOG: As mental health professionals, we have the opportunities to be leaders within our communities to help address this problem. Let’s lead by example to make talking about mental health and suicide as normal as talking about the game last...
BLOG: As mental health...
06/08/2018
Psych Congress Network
Blog
What if we treat drug overdoses like suicide attempts?
09/21/2017
All of us who work in behavioral health know that the opioid epidemic is possibly the greatest challenge in healthcare today. However, the usual response to opioid overdoses—immediate treatment with Narcan and release—has proven...
All of us who work in behavioral health know that the opioid epidemic is possibly the greatest challenge in healthcare today. However, the usual response to opioid overdoses—immediate treatment with Narcan and release—has proven...
All of us who work in behavioral...
09/21/2017
Psych Congress Network
Blog
What is our clinical responsibility for suicide?
06/19/2017
If you're like me, you may be wondering whether the case of a young woman who was found guilty on Friday of involuntary manslaughter relates to our clinical work. She encouraged her boyfriend to follow through on his suicide attempt by...
If you're like me, you may be wondering whether the case of a young woman who was found guilty on Friday of involuntary manslaughter relates to our clinical work. She encouraged her boyfriend to follow through on his suicide attempt by...
If you're like me, you may...
06/19/2017
Psych Congress Network
Blog
Too high a price to pay?
12/20/2012
In a June 2011 story, “New perspectives on suicide prevention,” I wrote about the three elements of the  “interpersonal theory of suicide,” advanced by Thomas Joiner PhD of the University of Florida. As I reported...
In a June 2011 story, “New perspectives on suicide prevention,” I wrote about the three elements of the  “interpersonal theory of suicide,” advanced by Thomas Joiner PhD of the University of Florida. As I reported...
In a June 2011 story, “New...
12/20/2012
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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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, 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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Rapid Refresh
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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Clinical Pearls
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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