In this episode, Dr. David Goodman addresses your unanswered questions from his presentation, Setting the Mood: Strategies for Diagnosing and Treating ADHD in the Context of Bipolar Disorder, delivered at 2024 NEI Synapse in Las Vegas, Nevada.

In this episode, Dr. Manpreet Singh addresses your unanswered questions from her joint presentation, Don’t Get Mixed Up! Recognizing and Treating Mixed Features Across the Lifespan, delivered at 2024 NEI Synapse in Las Vegas, Nevada.

In this episode, Dr. Dani Cabral addresses your unanswered questions from her presentation, Memories in the Future: An Update on the Diagnosis and Treatment of Alzheimer’s Disease, delivered at 2024 NEI Synapse in Las Vegas, Nevada.

In this episode, Dr. Sarah Vinson addresses your unanswered questions from her panel presentation, Serious Mental Illness: A Collaborative Approach, delivered at 2024 NEI Synapse in Las Vegas, Nevada.

How does dysfunction in cognition affect overall treatment outcomes for psychiatric disorders? What are the challenges in treating cognitive deficits in psychiatric conditions? What treatments are in development for cognitive dysfunction? Brought to you by the NEI Podcast, the PsychopharmaStahlogy Show tackles the most novel, exciting, and controversial topics in psychopharmacology in a series of themes. This theme is on the “untreatable” dimensions of psychopathology. Today, Dr. Andy...

What are some common challenges faced by caregivers of individuals with dementia? What is comprehensive dementia care and how does it improve quality of life of individuals with dementia and their caregivers? What is the GUIDE Model and why is it needed?  Carolyn Clevenger, DNP, RN, GNP-BC, AGPCNP-BC, FAANP, FGSA is a Professor at the Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing at Emory University. Dr. Clevenger is a nationally recognized educational leader in advanced practice nursing and in...

What is the role of mindfulness techniques in the treatment of anxiety disorders and how is it evolving? How does mindfulness-based stress reduction compare to pharmacological treatment for anxiety disorders? What are the hypotheses that have been made about why mindfulness-based treatments work for anxiety? Elizabeth Hoge, MD is a Professor and Director of the Anxiety Disorders Research Program in the Department of Psychiatry at Georgetown University School of Medicine. Dr. Hoge completed...

What are the cultural factors that should be considered when providing mental health care to migrant and refugee populations? What challenges and opportunities exist in providing mental health care to these communities? How can mental health professionals collaborate with other disciplines to create a holistic approach to address the mental health needs of migrant and refugee populations?  Lisa Fortuna, MD, MPH is the Chief of Psychiatry and Neurosciences at the Riverside School of...

How does anhedonia impact the overall treatment plan for patients with major depressive disorder and other psychiatric conditions? What are some of the most challenging aspects of treating anhedonia in patients? Are there any new treatments in development that may be helpful for treating anhedonia? Brought to you by the NEI Podcast, the PsychopharmaStahlogy Show tackles the most novel, exciting, and controversial topics in psychopharmacology in a series of themes. This theme is on the...

During Black History Month, we revisit an enlightening conversation with Dr. Sarah Vinson about the impact of structural racism on Black mental health and how mental healthcare providers can make a difference in the lives of patients by leveraging their privilege and skillsets.  Dr. Sarah Y. Vinson is a physician who is triple-board certified in adult, child & adolescent, and forensic psychiatry. She is the founder of the Lorio Psych Group, an Atlanta, GA based mental health practice...

Can the therapeutic benefits of psilocybin be achieved without a psychedelic trip? What is the role of psychological support in the therapeutic effect of psilocybin? What is microdosing and what are its potential benefits and risks? What is the path to FDA approval and commercialization of psilocybin and other psychedelics?  Brought to you by the NEI Podcast, the PsychopharmaStahlogy Show tackles the most novel, exciting, and controversial topics in psychopharmacology in a series of...

The climate crisis has a wide-reaching impact that negatively affects both acute and long-lasting mental health outcomes. Are there specific populations that are more vulnerable to mental health issues related to the climate crisis? What is the role of mental health professional to combat the negative influence of climate change on mental health? Robin Cooper, MD, is a psychiatrist who has had a private practice in San Francisco for 40 years, is Associate Clinical Professor in the...

In this CME episode, Dr. Andrew Cutler interviews Dr. Dani Cabral about current and novel diagnostic tools and treatments for Alzheimer’s disease. Optional CE Credits and Certificate Instructions: After listening to the podcast, to take the optional posttest and receive CE credit, click nei.global/POD23-MDD Learning Objectives: After completing this educational activity, you should be better able to: Describe the potential role of multimodal imaging and biomarker strategies in the...

What do the clinical trials of psilocybin and other psychedelics show in terms of efficacy and safety? How much of the benefit with psychedelic treatment is attributable to psychological support? Is the psychedelic trip important for the therapeutic benefits of psychedelic treatments? Brought to you by the NEI Podcast, the PsychopharmaStahlogy Show tackles the most novel, exciting, and controversial topics in psychopharmacology in a series of themes. This theme is on the role of...

In this CME episode, Dr. Andrew Cutler interviews Dr. Jeffrey Strawn about the role of pharmacogenomic testing in guiding treatment of major depressive disorder (MDD). They discuss how pharmacogenomic testing works, the impact of failed treatments and side effects on patients with MDD, and the clinical applications and future directions of pharmacogenomic testing. Optional CME/CE Credits and Certificate Instructions: After listening to the podcast, to take the optional posttest and receive...

What were some new treatments approved by the FDA? What did we learn about the long-term safety of methylphenidate in childhood ADHD? Are there benefits to long-term maintenance treatment with antidepressants in bipolar disorder? What did we learn about the safety and efficacy of subcutaneous racemic ketamine for treatment-resistant depression and MDMA for PTSD? In this episode, Dr. Andrew Cutler and Dr. Roger McIntyre address these questions and so much more about this past year in...

In this CME episode, Dr. Andrew Cutler interviews Dr. Vladimir Maletic about the impact of residual symptoms on patients with major depressive disorder, as well as treatment modifications to address residual symptoms in these individuals. Optional CME/CE Credits and Certificate Instructions: After listening to the podcast, to take the optional posttest and receive CME/CE credit, click: https://nei.global/POD23-MDD Learning Objectives: After completing this educational activity, you should...

In this episode, Dr. Vladimir Maletic addresses your unanswered questions from his presentations, “From Despair to Delight: Advances in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Anhedonia” and “Ho Hum to Aha! Treating Anhedonia and Emotional Blunting.”

In this episode, Dr. Leslie Citrome addresses your unanswered questions from his presentation, There’s No Place Like Home: Addressing Agitation in Dementia.

What is the role of the 5HT2A receptor in the therapeutic actions of psychedelics? What additional mechanisms may be involved in the therapeutic benefits of classic psychedelics? Is the psychedelic trip necessary for the therapeutic benefit of psychedelics?  Brought to you by the NEI Podcast, the PsychopharmaStahlogy Show tackles the most novel, exciting, and controversial topics in psychopharmacology in a series of themes. This theme is on the role of psychedelics in modern psychiatry.  ...

In this episode, Dr. Laxman Bahroo addresses your unanswered questions from his presentation, Neurology for Psychiatrists.

In this episode, Dr. Roger McIntyre addresses your unanswered questions from his presentation, Unveiling the Therapeutic Potential: Evidence Supporting the Use of Psychedelics for PTSD, SUD, and Other Indications, at the Pre-Conference Psychedelics Workshop.

In this episode, Dr. Timothy Wilens addresses your unanswered questions from his presentation, Double Trouble: Diagnosis and Pharmacotherapy of ADHD and Juvenile Bipolar Disorder, at the Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Academy.