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A presentation at the Rx and Illicit Drug Summit
Press Release
02/26/2026
Held April 6-9 in Nashville, the event equips clinicians, policymakers, and public safety leaders with strategies to address nitazenes, trafficking, and pain management.
Held April 6-9 in Nashville, the event equips clinicians, policymakers, and public safety leaders with strategies to address nitazenes, trafficking, and pain management.
Held April 6-9 in Nashville, the...
02/26/2026
Psychiatry & Behavioral Health
Dr. Eric Garland, PhD, LCSW, Dr. Sanjay Gupta, MD, and Dan Kruger
Press Release
12/22/2025
CNN’s Chief Medical Correspondent joins Dr. Eric Garland, Dan Kruger to discuss redefining pain management and recovery at April 6-9 event in Nashville.
CNN’s Chief Medical Correspondent joins Dr. Eric Garland, Dan Kruger to discuss redefining pain management and recovery at April 6-9 event in Nashville.
CNN’s Chief Medical...
12/22/2025
Psychiatry & Behavioral Health
Logo of the Alzheimer's Disease and Cognitive Disorders Symposium
Press Release
12/18/2025
More than 800 participants joined the 2025 virtual program; the December 4-6, 2026 event will deepen engagement through richer education and collaborative learning.
More than 800 participants joined the 2025 virtual program; the December 4-6, 2026 event will deepen engagement through richer education and collaborative learning.
More than 800 participants...
12/18/2025
Psychiatry & Behavioral Health
tipped over pill bottle with white pills spilling out
News
06/09/2025
Maria Mantas
The combination of olanzapine and samidorphan (OLZ/SAM) may have a significant long-term treatment benefit on the negative symptoms of schizophrenia, according to research presented at the 2025 NEI Spring Congress.
The combination of olanzapine and samidorphan (OLZ/SAM) may have a significant long-term treatment benefit on the negative symptoms of schizophrenia, according to research presented at the 2025 NEI Spring Congress.
The combination of olanzapine...
06/09/2025
Psychiatry & Behavioral Health
woman experiencing depression
News
05/12/2025
Maria Mantas
According to a recent literature review, L-methylfolate (LMF) is an effective adjunct treatment in selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI)-resistant depression, particularly at 15 mg/day.
According to a recent literature review, L-methylfolate (LMF) is an effective adjunct treatment in selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI)-resistant depression, particularly at 15 mg/day.
According to a recent literature...
05/12/2025
Psychiatry & Behavioral Health
poster presentation session at a conference
Conference Coverage
05/12/2025
Jolynn Tumolo
Deutetrabenazine showed significant efficacy and high specificity in inhibiting its primary target, VMAT2,, in functional assessments of the drug’s deuterated metabolites. Findings were reported at the inaugural poster session at the NEI...
Deutetrabenazine showed significant efficacy and high specificity in inhibiting its primary target, VMAT2,, in functional assessments of the drug’s deuterated metabolites. Findings were reported at the inaugural poster session at the NEI...
Deutetrabenazine showed...
05/12/2025
Psychiatry & Behavioral Health
pink pill bottle with white pills spilling out
News
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
healthy foods in an outline of a person's head
News
05/09/2025
Maria Mantas
A recent quality improvement project presented in a poster at the 2025 NEI Spring Congress explored ways to improve nutritional screening and education in outpatient mental health settings. 
A recent quality improvement project presented in a poster at the 2025 NEI Spring Congress explored ways to improve nutritional screening and education in outpatient mental health settings. 
A recent quality improvement...
05/09/2025
Psychiatry & Behavioral Health
psych congress family and friends podcast
Podcasts
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
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From Psych Congress Network
FDA building
News
01/28/2025
Meagan Thistle
The FDA has approved a supplemental biologics license application for lecanemab-irmb (Leqembi, Eisai Co., Ltd.; Biogen Inc.), an intravenous treatment (IV) for early Alzheimer disease (AD).
The FDA has approved a supplemental biologics license application for lecanemab-irmb (Leqembi, Eisai Co., Ltd.; Biogen Inc.), an intravenous treatment (IV) for early Alzheimer disease (AD).
The FDA has approved a...
01/28/2025
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From Psych Congress Network
psych congress family and friends podcast
Podcasts
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
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Multimedia

andrew penn
Videos
07/01/2024
Andrew Penn, RN, MS, NP, CNS, APRN-BC
Andrew Penn, MS, PMHNP, discusses the recent vote by the FDA's advisory committee (PDAC) against an MDMA-based therapy for the treatment of PTSD in adults and sheds light on what this means for the future of PTSD treatment.
Andrew Penn, MS, PMHNP, discusses the recent vote by the FDA's advisory committee (PDAC) against an MDMA-based therapy for the treatment of PTSD in adults and sheds light on what this means for the future of PTSD treatment.
Andrew Penn, MS, PMHNP,...
07/01/2024
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andrew penn
Videos
06/21/2024
Andrew Penn, MS, PMHNP, discusses the recent vote by the FDA's advisory committee (PDAC) against an MDMA-based therapy for the treatment of PTSD in adults and sheds light on what this means for the future of PTSD treatment.
Andrew Penn, MS, PMHNP, discusses the recent vote by the FDA's advisory committee (PDAC) against an MDMA-based therapy for the treatment of PTSD in adults and sheds light on what this means for the future of PTSD treatment.
Andrew Penn, MS, PMHNP,...
06/21/2024
Psych Congress Network
Dr Craig Chepke
Exclusive Interview
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
Amber Hoberg, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC
Videos
01/10/2024
Amber Hoberg, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC
n this video, Tardive Dyskinesia Section Editor Amber Hoberg, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC, of Med Management Associates, offers clinical pearls that clinicians can implement to optimize their tardive dyskinesia care.
n this video, Tardive Dyskinesia Section Editor Amber Hoberg, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC, of Med Management Associates, offers clinical pearls that clinicians can implement to optimize their tardive dyskinesia care.
n this video, Tardive Dyskinesia...
01/10/2024
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Dr Greg Mattingly
Videos
12/14/2023
Greg Mattingly, MD
Greg Mattingly, MD, gives exclusive updates from day 2 of the National Academy of Sciences Adult Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Implications for Drug Development Workshop.
Greg Mattingly, MD, gives exclusive updates from day 2 of the National Academy of Sciences Adult Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Implications for Drug Development Workshop.
Greg Mattingly, MD, gives...
12/14/2023
Psych Congress Network
Dr Maletic
Videos
12/04/2023
Vladimir Maletic, MD
Dr Maletic discusses how new research shows promise for advancing our comprehension of brain networks, circuits, and neurotransmitters to benefit those with neurological and psychiatric disorders
Dr Maletic discusses how new research shows promise for advancing our comprehension of brain networks, circuits, and neurotransmitters to benefit those with neurological and psychiatric disorders
Dr Maletic discusses how new...
12/04/2023
Psychiatry & Behavioral Health
Understanding the ‘Neurochemical Alphabet’ to Inform Treatment
Videos
11/28/2023
In his recent NEI Congress session, Vladimir Maletic, MD, MS, University of South Carolina, Greenville, examined the neurobiologic underpinning of major psychiatric conditions such as major depressive disorder, bipolar disorder, and anxiety....
In his recent NEI Congress session, Vladimir Maletic, MD, MS, University of South Carolina, Greenville, examined the neurobiologic underpinning of major psychiatric conditions such as major depressive disorder, bipolar disorder, and anxiety....
In his recent NEI Congress...
11/28/2023
Psychiatry & Behavioral Health
Dr Vlad Maletic
Videos
11/27/2023
Vladimir Maletic, MD
Vladimir Maletic, MD, explores the complexities of brain circuitry and the neurobiological basis of major psychiatric conditions.
Vladimir Maletic, MD, explores the complexities of brain circuitry and the neurobiological basis of major psychiatric conditions.
Vladimir Maletic, MD, explores...
11/27/2023
Psychiatry & Behavioral Health
Dr Ramawamy Viswanathan
Videos
11/21/2023
President-Elect of the APA, Ramaswamy Viswanathan, MD, DrMedSc shares what clinicians need to know about Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), and how to better support patients experiencing symptoms.
President-Elect of the APA, Ramaswamy Viswanathan, MD, DrMedSc shares what clinicians need to know about Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), and how to better support patients experiencing symptoms.
President-Elect of the APA,...
11/21/2023
Psych Congress Network
Using Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics to Prescribe Antipsychotics
Videos
11/13/2023
Jonathan Meyer, MD
Dr Jonathan Meyer discusses his NEI 2023 session "Level Up: Using Plasma Levels, Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics to Guide Antipsychotic Prescribing," the importance of understanding the kinetics of long-acting injectables, and more.
Dr Jonathan Meyer discusses his NEI 2023 session "Level Up: Using Plasma Levels, Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics to Guide Antipsychotic Prescribing," the importance of understanding the kinetics of long-acting injectables, and more.
Dr Jonathan Meyer discusses his...
11/13/2023
Psychiatry & Behavioral Health

From the Newsrooms

Brooke Kempf, PMHNP-BC, and Jonathan Meyer, MD
Q&A
03/10/2026
Brooke Kempf, MSN, PMHNP-BC; Jonathan Meyer, MD
In this Q&A, Brooke Kempf, PMHNP-BC, Steering Committee, Psych Congress, and Jonathan Meyer, MD, Consultant, Psych Congress, outline the hallmark characteristics of DIP and TD.
In this Q&A, Brooke Kempf, PMHNP-BC, Steering Committee, Psych Congress, and Jonathan Meyer, MD, Consultant, Psych Congress, outline the hallmark characteristics of DIP and TD.
In this Q&A, Brooke Kempf,...
03/10/2026
Psych Congress Network
A presentation at the Rx and Illicit Drug Summit
Press Release
02/26/2026
Held April 6-9 in Nashville, the event equips clinicians, policymakers, and public safety leaders with strategies to address nitazenes, trafficking, and pain management.
Held April 6-9 in Nashville, the event equips clinicians, policymakers, and public safety leaders with strategies to address nitazenes, trafficking, and pain management.
Held April 6-9 in Nashville, the...
02/26/2026
Psychiatry & Behavioral Health
Brittany Albright, MD, MPH, DABOM
Conference Preview
02/09/2026
Brittany Albright, MD, MPH
Brittany Albright, MD, MPH, Psych Congress Elevate Co-Chair, shares what she's looking forward to at the 10th anniversary meeting in Las Vegas!
Brittany Albright, MD, MPH, Psych Congress Elevate Co-Chair, shares what she's looking forward to at the 10th anniversary meeting in Las Vegas!
Brittany Albright, MD, MPH,...
02/09/2026
Psych Congress Network
Edward Kaftarian, MD
Videos
02/09/2026
Edward Kaftarian, MD
Edward Kaftarian, MD, Steering Committee, Psych Congress, provides an update on the current state of HIPAA requirements for clinicians practicing via telehealth.
Edward Kaftarian, MD, Steering Committee, Psych Congress, provides an update on the current state of HIPAA requirements for clinicians practicing via telehealth.
Edward Kaftarian, MD, Steering...
02/09/2026
Psych Congress Network
Brooke Kempf, PMHNP-BC, and Jonathan Meyer, MD
Q&A
02/06/2026
Brooke Kempf, MSN, PMHNP-BC; Jonathan Meyer, MD
In this discussion, Brooke Kempf, PMHNP-BC, and Jonathan Meyer, MD, unpack why anticholinergics are ineffective—and potentially harmful—in patients with tardive dyskinesia (TD). 
In this discussion, Brooke Kempf, PMHNP-BC, and Jonathan Meyer, MD, unpack why anticholinergics are ineffective—and potentially harmful—in patients with tardive dyskinesia (TD). 
In this discussion, Brooke...
02/06/2026
Psych Congress Network
Dr. Eric Garland, PhD, LCSW, Dr. Sanjay Gupta, MD, and Dan Kruger
Press Release
12/22/2025
CNN’s Chief Medical Correspondent joins Dr. Eric Garland, Dan Kruger to discuss redefining pain management and recovery at April 6-9 event in Nashville.
CNN’s Chief Medical Correspondent joins Dr. Eric Garland, Dan Kruger to discuss redefining pain management and recovery at April 6-9 event in Nashville.
CNN’s Chief Medical...
12/22/2025
Psychiatry & Behavioral Health
Edward Kaftarian, MD
Videos
11/04/2025
Edward Kaftarian, MD
In this video, Psych Congress Steering Committee Member Edward Kaftarian, MD, dives into potential legal gray areas that clinicians may encounter when engaging in cross-state telepsychiatry.
In this video, Psych Congress Steering Committee Member Edward Kaftarian, MD, dives into potential legal gray areas that clinicians may encounter when engaging in cross-state telepsychiatry.
In this video, Psych Congress...
11/04/2025
Psych Congress Network
Edward Kaftarian, MD
Videos
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
Edward Kaftarian, MD
Videos
07/17/2025
Edward Kaftarian, MD
In this video filmed at Psych Congress Elevate 2023, Steering Committee Member Edward Kaftarian, MD, breaks down the definitions of telehealth and telemedicine.
In this video filmed at Psych Congress Elevate 2023, Steering Committee Member Edward Kaftarian, MD, breaks down the definitions of telehealth and telemedicine.
In this video filmed at Psych...
07/17/2025
Psych Congress Network
Steven Krozer
Videos
07/10/2025
Steven Krozer, PMHNP-BC, MSN, BSN, APNP
In this video, Steven Krozer, PMHNP-BC, MSN, BSN, APRN, discusses how clinicians can effectively establish strong therapeutic relationships and offer patients the highest quality of care when using hybrid models of treatment.
In this video, Steven Krozer, PMHNP-BC, MSN, BSN, APRN, discusses how clinicians can effectively establish strong therapeutic relationships and offer patients the highest quality of care when using hybrid models of treatment.
In this video, Steven Krozer,...
07/10/2025
Psych Congress Network

Blogs

marc agronin md
Faculty Insights
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
Chan_Khan_Digital Mental Health
Blog
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
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
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
wellbeing_anxiety_depression
Blog
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
Julie Carbray
Blog
10/25/2021
A welcome message from Co-chair, Julie Carbray, PhD, FPMHNP-BC, PMHCNS-BC, APRN, for the 2021 Psych Congress annual meeting in San Antonio, TX.
A welcome message from Co-chair, Julie Carbray, PhD, FPMHNP-BC, PMHCNS-BC, APRN, for the 2021 Psych Congress annual meeting in San Antonio, TX.
A welcome message from Co-chair,...
10/25/2021
Psych Congress Network
Athena Robinson
Blog
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
Struggling mom
Blog
07/20/2021
Lydia Tschoe, MHA, and Karen Scott, MD, address the concern that pregnancy-associated deaths involving opioids have more than doubled between 2007 and 2016.
Lydia Tschoe, MHA, and Karen Scott, MD, address the concern that pregnancy-associated deaths involving opioids have more than doubled between 2007 and 2016.
Lydia Tschoe, MHA, and Karen...
07/20/2021
Psych Congress Network
Blog
05/28/2021
Craig Chepke, M.D., FAPA: From telepsychiatry to drive-up injection sites, new, inventive strategies for patient-centered care spurred by COVID-19 pandemic could drive lasting change.
Craig Chepke, M.D., FAPA: From telepsychiatry to drive-up injection sites, new, inventive strategies for patient-centered care spurred by COVID-19 pandemic could drive lasting change.
Craig Chepke, M.D., FAPA: From...
05/28/2021
Psych Congress Network
Blog
04/19/2021
Andrew Penn, RN, MS, NP, CNS, APRN-BC
BLOG: How much energy will it take to overcome the inertia that has befallen our daily lives? Will we reenact a simulacrum of how things were before, or will we find, deep within ourselves, the capacity for reimagination of what could be?
BLOG: How much energy will it take to overcome the inertia that has befallen our daily lives? Will we reenact a simulacrum of how things were before, or will we find, deep within ourselves, the capacity for reimagination of what could be?
BLOG: How much energy will it...
04/19/2021
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