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A child sleeps in bed on her stomach with her mouth hanging open
News
01/16/2025
Loudness of snoring, regardless of hypoxic burden and obstructive sleep apnea syndrome severity (OSAS), may contribute to hyperactivity in pediatric patients, according to an observational prospective study published in Sleep Medicine.
Loudness of snoring, regardless of hypoxic burden and obstructive sleep apnea syndrome severity (OSAS), may contribute to hyperactivity in pediatric patients, according to an observational prospective study published in Sleep Medicine.
Loudness of snoring, regardless...
01/16/2025
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a person with restless leg syndrome lies in bed
News
12/18/2024
A new clinical practice guideline from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine recommends significant changes in the treatment of patients with restless leg syndrome (RLS), and updates the academy’s previous guidance from 2012.
A new clinical practice guideline from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine recommends significant changes in the treatment of patients with restless leg syndrome (RLS), and updates the academy’s previous guidance from 2012.
A new clinical practice...
12/18/2024
Neurology
From Neurology
a neurologist reviews a brain model with a patient
News
12/10/2024
Older adults with sleep-related daytime dysfunction, consisting of excessive sleepiness and lower enthusiasm, are at increased risk of developing a predementia syndrome called motoric cognitive risk syndrome, according to a study published in...
Older adults with sleep-related daytime dysfunction, consisting of excessive sleepiness and lower enthusiasm, are at increased risk of developing a predementia syndrome called motoric cognitive risk syndrome, according to a study published in...
Older adults with sleep-related...
12/10/2024
Neurology
From Neurology
neurology brain stress
News
11/18/2024
Results from a pilot study of patients with narcolepsy provide proof-of-concept evidence that a procedure called targeted lucidity reactivation can be adapted for narcolepsy-related nightmares.
Results from a pilot study of patients with narcolepsy provide proof-of-concept evidence that a procedure called targeted lucidity reactivation can be adapted for narcolepsy-related nightmares.
Results from a pilot study of...
11/18/2024
Neurology
From Neurology
An orange prescription container with generic pills spilling out in front of it
News
10/10/2024
A masked drug taper combined with cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBTI) were associated with improved benzodiazepine receptor agonist discontinuation in patients receiving treatment for insomnia
A masked drug taper combined with cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBTI) were associated with improved benzodiazepine receptor agonist discontinuation in patients receiving treatment for insomnia
A masked drug taper combined...
10/10/2024
Psych Congress Network
an older adult lies in a hospital bed with head turned looking out of a window
News
08/29/2024
Suvorexant, a sleep-promoting orexin receptor antagonist, was associated with lower rates of delirium than placebo in hospitalized older adults at high risk of delirium, but the difference was not statistically significant.
Suvorexant, a sleep-promoting orexin receptor antagonist, was associated with lower rates of delirium than placebo in hospitalized older adults at high risk of delirium, but the difference was not statistically significant.
Suvorexant, a sleep-promoting...
08/29/2024
Psych Congress Network
Young woman sleeping
News
06/13/2024
Adolescents with higher levels of adiposity may be more susceptible to the cognitive effects of sleep restriction than those with lower adiposity, according to a recent single-blind randomized crossover trial.
Adolescents with higher levels of adiposity may be more susceptible to the cognitive effects of sleep restriction than those with lower adiposity, according to a recent single-blind randomized crossover trial.
Adolescents with higher levels...
06/13/2024
Neurology
From Neurology
Sleep apnea during REM cycle
News
05/20/2024
The severity of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) events during REM sleep is associated with worse verbal memory impairment in older adults at risk for Alzheimer disease (AD), according to a study published online in the journal Alzheimer’s...
The severity of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) events during REM sleep is associated with worse verbal memory impairment in older adults at risk for Alzheimer disease (AD), according to a study published online in the journal Alzheimer’s...
The severity of obstructive...
05/20/2024
Neurology
From Neurology
A man lies in bed awake due to insomnia
News
04/18/2024
Insomnia symptoms, even if mild, were found to be associated with increased drinking over time, according to findings from the “first study to examine if objective circadian measures can predict future alcohol use in adults.”
Insomnia symptoms, even if mild, were found to be associated with increased drinking over time, according to findings from the “first study to examine if objective circadian measures can predict future alcohol use in adults.”
Insomnia symptoms, even if mild,...
04/18/2024
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Quiz
03/12/2024
In contrast with those with hypersomnolence disorder, individuals with narcolepsy tend to display which of the following symptoms? Take the quiz!
In contrast with those with hypersomnolence disorder, individuals with narcolepsy tend to display which of the following symptoms? Take the quiz!
In contrast with those with...
03/12/2024
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Kristen P. Perrett, PhD, and Gillian M. Nixon, PhD.
Q&As
03/08/2024
Specialty treatment is often called upon for pediatric sleep-disordered breathing, but there may be a more accessible option available through primary care.
Specialty treatment is often called upon for pediatric sleep-disordered breathing, but there may be a more accessible option available through primary care.
Specialty treatment is often...
03/08/2024
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Blogs

Blog
04/30/2015
How aggressive are you in treating insomnia in your patients, and how do you choose which agent to use?
How aggressive are you in treating insomnia in your patients, and how do you choose which agent to use?
How aggressive are you in...
04/30/2015
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Blog
09/09/2013
Sleep apnea is one of the most common and most important sleep disorders in psychiatry. Clinicians should understand when and why to screen for this disorder.
Sleep apnea is one of the most common and most important sleep disorders in psychiatry. Clinicians should understand when and why to screen for this disorder.
Sleep apnea is one of the most...
09/09/2013
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Blog
08/21/2013
My interest in sleep is clinically selfish: Knowing a little about sleep makes me a better psychiatrist.
My interest in sleep is clinically selfish: Knowing a little about sleep makes me a better psychiatrist.
My interest in sleep is...
08/21/2013
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Blog
09/07/2012
Question:"I have noticed that my patients suffering from chronic insomnia, pain, and depression all have similar symptoms. Is this more than a coincidence?"
Question:"I have noticed that my patients suffering from chronic insomnia, pain, and depression all have similar symptoms. Is this more than a coincidence?"
Question:"I have noticed that my...
09/07/2012
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Blog
09/07/2012
Question:"Could you please comment further on the quote you cited by Dr. Charles Mayo and how the concept of the progressive nature of neuropsychiatric illnesses bridges the brain to the body?"
Question:"Could you please comment further on the quote you cited by Dr. Charles Mayo and how the concept of the progressive nature of neuropsychiatric illnesses bridges the brain to the body?"
Question:"Could you please...
09/07/2012
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Blog
03/10/2011
Question: "How are sleep and immune function connected?"
Question: "How are sleep and immune function connected?"
Question: "How are sleep and...
03/10/2011
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marc agronin md
Blog
07/29/2024
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
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Rakesh Amin, MD.
Blog
06/13/2023
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
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Marc Agronin, MD.
Blog
08/30/2022
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
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Ed Jones, PhD
Blog
07/28/2022
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
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Ed Jones, PhD
Perspective
07/21/2022
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
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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, 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
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Julie Bailey
Blog
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
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major depressive disorder
Blog
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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Practice Tools

Saundra's Corner
01/28/2019
How to Use Five items rated on 6-point Likert scale Subjective quality of life based on positive mood (good spirits, relaxation), vitality (being active and waking up fresh and rested), and general interest (being interested in...
How to Use Five items rated on 6-point Likert scale Subjective quality of life based on positive mood (good spirits, relaxation), vitality (being active and waking up fresh and rested), and general interest (being interested in...
How to Use Five items rated...
01/28/2019
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Saundra's Corner
01/25/2017
CBT-i Coach Click image for app site This app is the result of a collaborative effort between the US Department of Veterans Affairs’ National Center for PTSD, Stanford School of Medicine, and the US Department of Defense’s National...
CBT-i Coach Click image for app site This app is the result of a collaborative effort between the US Department of Veterans Affairs’ National Center for PTSD, Stanford School of Medicine, and the US Department of Defense’s National...
CBT-i Coach Click image for...
01/25/2017
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Saundra's Corner
01/23/2017
T2 Mood Tracker Click image for app site Originally developed as a tool for service members to easily record and review behavior changes particularly after combat deployments, it has now become very popular with many civilian users...
T2 Mood Tracker Click image for app site Originally developed as a tool for service members to easily record and review behavior changes particularly after combat deployments, it has now become very popular with many civilian users...
T2 Mood Tracker Click image...
01/23/2017
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Saundra's Corner
01/29/2019
  Click here for Medication Adherence Rating Scale (MARS) - page 7      The total score ranges from 0-10 with a higher score indicating better adherence   Strengths Self-report...
  Click here for Medication Adherence Rating Scale (MARS) - page 7      The total score ranges from 0-10 with a higher score indicating better adherence   Strengths Self-report...
  Click here for...
01/29/2019
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Saundra's Corner
01/28/2019
Click here for website for SDS How to Use The SDS is a brief, 5-item self-report tool that assesses functional impairment in work/school, social life, and family life.  How to Score Total score 0-30 (0 unimpaired, 30 highly...
Click here for website for SDS How to Use The SDS is a brief, 5-item self-report tool that assesses functional impairment in work/school, social life, and family life.  How to Score Total score 0-30 (0 unimpaired, 30 highly...
Click here for website for SDS...
01/28/2019
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Saundra's Corner
01/28/2019
  How to Use The Brief Psychiatric Rating Scale (BPRS) is a comprehensive 24-item symptom scale. The BPRS is used as part of a clinical interview in which the clinician makes...
  How to Use The Brief Psychiatric Rating Scale (BPRS) is a comprehensive 24-item symptom scale. The BPRS is used as part of a clinical interview in which the clinician makes...
...
01/28/2019
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Saundra's Corner
01/28/2019
How to Use The MINI is a widely used psychiatric structured diagnostic interview instrument.  To keep the interview brief, tell the patient the interview is structured and requires only “yes” or “no” answers.   The MINI...
How to Use The MINI is a widely used psychiatric structured diagnostic interview instrument.  To keep the interview brief, tell the patient the interview is structured and requires only “yes” or “no” answers.   The MINI...
How to Use The MINI is...
01/28/2019
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Saundra's Corner
01/28/2019
How to Use The MINI Screen is a subset (2 pages) of the complete MINI and acts as a tool to refer healthcare providers to the complete MINI.   Click here for the website for the MINI Screen     How to...
How to Use The MINI Screen is a subset (2 pages) of the complete MINI and acts as a tool to refer healthcare providers to the complete MINI.   Click here for the website for the MINI Screen     How to...
How to Use The MINI Screen...
01/28/2019
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Saundra's Corner
01/28/2019
How to Use The Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9) is a brief, 9-item self-report screening tool that may help identify symptoms that could relate to depression. The PHQ-9 was developed for use in primary care...
How to Use The Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9) is a brief, 9-item self-report screening tool that may help identify symptoms that could relate to depression. The PHQ-9 was developed for use in primary care...
How to Use The Patient Health...
01/28/2019
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Saundra's Corner
01/28/2019
How to Use Five items rated on 6-point Likert scale Subjective quality of life based on positive mood (good spirits, relaxation), vitality (being active and waking up fresh and rested), and general interest (being interested in...
How to Use Five items rated on 6-point Likert scale Subjective quality of life based on positive mood (good spirits, relaxation), vitality (being active and waking up fresh and rested), and general interest (being interested in...
How to Use Five items rated...
01/28/2019
Psych Congress Network
Saundra's Corner
01/28/2019
How to Use The Beck Depression Inventory-II (BDI-II): 1996 revision of the BDI 21-item self-report multiple-choice inventory ~ 10 minutes to...
How to Use The Beck Depression Inventory-II (BDI-II): 1996 revision of the BDI 21-item self-report multiple-choice inventory ~ 10 minutes to...
How to...
01/28/2019
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Saundra's Corner
01/28/2019
How to Use The Mood Disorder Questionnaire (MDQ) can be administered either by the clinician or self-administered by the patient.   The MDQ consists of 15 questions and takes about 5 minutes to complete. The first 13 questions about...
How to Use The Mood Disorder Questionnaire (MDQ) can be administered either by the clinician or self-administered by the patient.   The MDQ consists of 15 questions and takes about 5 minutes to complete. The first 13 questions about...
How to Use The Mood Disorder...
01/28/2019
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Saundra's Corner
01/28/2019
  Click here for a PDF of the HAM-A     Developed in 1959 by Dr. M. Hamilton, the scale has proven useful not only in following individual patients but also in...
  Click here for a PDF of the HAM-A     Developed in 1959 by Dr. M. Hamilton, the scale has proven useful not only in following individual patients but also in...
...
01/28/2019
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News Articles

A child sleeps in bed on her stomach with her mouth hanging open
News
01/16/2025
Loudness of snoring, regardless of hypoxic burden and obstructive sleep apnea syndrome severity (OSAS), may contribute to hyperactivity in pediatric patients, according to an observational prospective study published in Sleep Medicine.
Loudness of snoring, regardless of hypoxic burden and obstructive sleep apnea syndrome severity (OSAS), may contribute to hyperactivity in pediatric patients, according to an observational prospective study published in Sleep Medicine.
Loudness of snoring, regardless...
01/16/2025
Psych Congress Network
a person with restless leg syndrome lies in bed
News
12/18/2024
A new clinical practice guideline from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine recommends significant changes in the treatment of patients with restless leg syndrome (RLS), and updates the academy’s previous guidance from 2012.
A new clinical practice guideline from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine recommends significant changes in the treatment of patients with restless leg syndrome (RLS), and updates the academy’s previous guidance from 2012.
A new clinical practice...
12/18/2024
Neurology
a neurologist reviews a brain model with a patient
News
12/10/2024
Older adults with sleep-related daytime dysfunction, consisting of excessive sleepiness and lower enthusiasm, are at increased risk of developing a predementia syndrome called motoric cognitive risk syndrome, according to a study published in...
Older adults with sleep-related daytime dysfunction, consisting of excessive sleepiness and lower enthusiasm, are at increased risk of developing a predementia syndrome called motoric cognitive risk syndrome, according to a study published in...
Older adults with sleep-related...
12/10/2024
Neurology
neurology brain stress
News
11/18/2024
Results from a pilot study of patients with narcolepsy provide proof-of-concept evidence that a procedure called targeted lucidity reactivation can be adapted for narcolepsy-related nightmares.
Results from a pilot study of patients with narcolepsy provide proof-of-concept evidence that a procedure called targeted lucidity reactivation can be adapted for narcolepsy-related nightmares.
Results from a pilot study of...
11/18/2024
Neurology
An orange prescription container with generic pills spilling out in front of it
News
10/10/2024
A masked drug taper combined with cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBTI) were associated with improved benzodiazepine receptor agonist discontinuation in patients receiving treatment for insomnia
A masked drug taper combined with cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBTI) were associated with improved benzodiazepine receptor agonist discontinuation in patients receiving treatment for insomnia
A masked drug taper combined...
10/10/2024
Psych Congress Network
an older adult lies in a hospital bed with head turned looking out of a window
News
08/29/2024
Suvorexant, a sleep-promoting orexin receptor antagonist, was associated with lower rates of delirium than placebo in hospitalized older adults at high risk of delirium, but the difference was not statistically significant.
Suvorexant, a sleep-promoting orexin receptor antagonist, was associated with lower rates of delirium than placebo in hospitalized older adults at high risk of delirium, but the difference was not statistically significant.
Suvorexant, a sleep-promoting...
08/29/2024
Psych Congress Network
Young woman sleeping
News
06/13/2024
Adolescents with higher levels of adiposity may be more susceptible to the cognitive effects of sleep restriction than those with lower adiposity, according to a recent single-blind randomized crossover trial.
Adolescents with higher levels of adiposity may be more susceptible to the cognitive effects of sleep restriction than those with lower adiposity, according to a recent single-blind randomized crossover trial.
Adolescents with higher levels...
06/13/2024
Neurology
Sleep apnea during REM cycle
News
05/20/2024
The severity of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) events during REM sleep is associated with worse verbal memory impairment in older adults at risk for Alzheimer disease (AD), according to a study published online in the journal Alzheimer’s...
The severity of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) events during REM sleep is associated with worse verbal memory impairment in older adults at risk for Alzheimer disease (AD), according to a study published online in the journal Alzheimer’s...
The severity of obstructive...
05/20/2024
Neurology
A man lies in bed awake due to insomnia
News
04/18/2024
Insomnia symptoms, even if mild, were found to be associated with increased drinking over time, according to findings from the “first study to examine if objective circadian measures can predict future alcohol use in adults.”
Insomnia symptoms, even if mild, were found to be associated with increased drinking over time, according to findings from the “first study to examine if objective circadian measures can predict future alcohol use in adults.”
Insomnia symptoms, even if mild,...
04/18/2024
Psych Congress Network
a doctor holds a generic orange pill bottle
News
01/29/2024
zurity Pharmaceuticals, Inc. has issued a voluntary recall of 1 lot of Zenzedi CII 30 mg tablets after a Nebraska pharmacist discovered carbinoxamine maleate, an antihistamine, in a bottle labeled as Zenzedi 30 mg.
zurity Pharmaceuticals, Inc. has issued a voluntary recall of 1 lot of Zenzedi CII 30 mg tablets after a Nebraska pharmacist discovered carbinoxamine maleate, an antihistamine, in a bottle labeled as Zenzedi 30 mg.
zurity Pharmaceuticals, Inc. has...
01/29/2024
Neurology
A person holds a cannabis joint in their hands
News
02/11/2025
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
02/10/2025
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
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News
02/07/2025
A recent study published in JAMA Network Open highlights the financial benefits of employer-sponsored behavioral health programs, demonstrating that these programs can result in significant net medical costs savings.
A recent study published in JAMA Network Open highlights the financial benefits of employer-sponsored behavioral health programs, demonstrating that these programs can result in significant net medical costs savings.
A recent study published in JAMA...
02/07/2025
First Report Managed Care
A woman holds her forehead looking stressed
News
02/03/2025
Elevated translocator protein (TSPO) binding, a marker of neuroinflammatory processes, was associated with more pronounced daily suicidal ideation and negative affect during real-world stress in patients with major depressive disorder (MDD).
Elevated translocator protein (TSPO) binding, a marker of neuroinflammatory processes, was associated with more pronounced daily suicidal ideation and negative affect during real-world stress in patients with major depressive disorder (MDD).
Elevated translocator protein...
02/03/2025
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Drug Overdose Deaths Overall Decrease from 2022 to 2023
News
01/31/2025
A recent report from the National Center for Health Statistics found many decreases in drug overdose deaths between 2022 and 2023, though certain subsections remained stable or increased year over year, according to the CDC and the National...
A recent report from the National Center for Health Statistics found many decreases in drug overdose deaths between 2022 and 2023, though certain subsections remained stable or increased year over year, according to the CDC and the National...
A recent report from the...
01/31/2025
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FDA building
News
01/28/2025
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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Brexpiprazole and Sertraline Combination Treatment Improves PTSD Symptoms
News
01/27/2025
Combining brexpiprazole and sertraline in treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) significantly improved PTSD symptoms when compared with sertraline and placebo treatment, according to results from a randomized clinical trial...
Combining brexpiprazole and sertraline in treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) significantly improved PTSD symptoms when compared with sertraline and placebo treatment, according to results from a randomized clinical trial...
Combining brexpiprazole and...
01/27/2025
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IED Linked With Multiple Psychiatric, Neurologic Comorbidities
News
01/24/2025
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
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ADHD Symptoms Associated With Lower Academic Performance in College Students
News
01/23/2025
Symptoms of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) were associated with a lower academic performance in college students, especially those with inattention symptoms, according to a recent systematic review published in the Journal of...
Symptoms of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) were associated with a lower academic performance in college students, especially those with inattention symptoms, according to a recent systematic review published in the Journal of...
Symptoms of...
01/23/2025
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Some Psychedelics Could Hold Promise for OUD Treatment
News
01/23/2025
Psychedelics could be a promising treatment option for patients with opioid use disorder (OUD), according to a recent systematic review of preclinical animal studies published in Cellular and Molecular Life Sciences.
Psychedelics could be a promising treatment option for patients with opioid use disorder (OUD), according to a recent systematic review of preclinical animal studies published in Cellular and Molecular Life Sciences.
Psychedelics could be a...
01/23/2025
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Posters

BACKGROUND: Clinical trials for esketamine nasal spray in treatment resistant depression (TRD) often assess efficacy using Montgomery-Asberg Depression Rating Scale (MADRS)-based primary ...
11/26/2024
BACKGROUND: Both esketamine nasal spray and transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) are indicated for treatment-resistant depression (TRD), but there are no guidelines on the sequence of...
11/26/2024
BACKGROUND: Esketamine nasal spray and second-generation antipsychotic augmentation (SGA) are approved therapies for treatment-resistant depression (TRD). Prospective randomized ESCAPE-TR...
11/26/2024
Hypothesis/Objective: To evaluate the impact of centanafadine (CTN)—a norepinephrine, dopamine, serotonin reuptake inhibitor—on patient-reported assessment of the frequency of core sympto...
11/26/2024
Background: We report secondary/exploratory endpoints assessing patient-reported depressive symptoms, insomnia symptoms, and health-related quality of life (HRQoL) from a phase 3, double-...
11/26/2024
Depression treatment remains a significant clinical challenge due to the variability in patient responses to antidepressant medications. Outside of pharmacogenetic testing, established mo...
11/26/2024
BACKGROUND: Esketamine nasal spray and transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) are used for treatment-resistant depression (TRD), but little is known about the sequence in which these the...
11/26/2024
Background: This study evaluated the dose-response relationship of efficacy, safety, and tolerability for single-dose MM120 (lysergide D-tartrate) vs placebo in participants with generali...
11/26/2024
Risperidone, an atypical antipsychotic, is known to be the most likely of its class of medication to cause hyperprolactinemia. We present a case of a 33 year old female with no known psyc...
11/26/2024