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Conference Coverage
Experts Highlight the Role of Sleep in Mental Health at Psych Congress NP Institute 2026
03/20/2026
Maria Mantas
Experts highlighted the clinical and neurobiological overlap between sleep disturbances and psychiatric conditions at the 2026 NP Institute in Nashville.
Experts highlighted the clinical and neurobiological overlap between sleep disturbances and psychiatric conditions at the 2026 NP Institute in Nashville.
Experts highlighted the clinical...
03/20/2026
Psych Congress Network
A woman with insomnia lying in bed trying to sleep
News
Sleep and Psychiatric Disorders: Shared Mechanisms and Clinical Relevance
01/02/2026
Sarah Fleming
A narrative review in PLOS Mental Health synthesizes evidence on the bidirectional relationship between sleep and psychiatric disorders and highlights shared neurobiological mechanisms that span major depression, bipolar disorder (BD),...
A narrative review in PLOS Mental Health synthesizes evidence on the bidirectional relationship between sleep and psychiatric disorders and highlights shared neurobiological mechanisms that span major depression, bipolar disorder (BD),...
A narrative review in PLOS...
01/02/2026
Psych Congress Network
a woman with OSA sleeps in bed wearing CPAP machine
Conference Coverage
Solriamfetol May Reduce Cognitive Impairment in OSA Patients
10/02/2025
Brionna Mendoza
In an observational study, solriamfetol was found to reduce cognitive impairment associated with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), independently of improvements in excessive daytime sleepiness (EDS)
In an observational study, solriamfetol was found to reduce cognitive impairment associated with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), independently of improvements in excessive daytime sleepiness (EDS)
In an observational study,...
10/02/2025
Psych Congress Network
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Conference Coverage
Added Seltorexant Shows Robust Response With Fewer Adverse Events in MDD With Insomnia
09/19/2025
Jolynn Tumolo
In patients with major depressive disorder with insomnia symptoms (MDDIS), response rates were similarly robust with adjunctive seltorexant and quetiapine extended-release (XR).
In patients with major depressive disorder with insomnia symptoms (MDDIS), response rates were similarly robust with adjunctive seltorexant and quetiapine extended-release (XR).
In patients with major...
09/19/2025
Psych Congress Network
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News
Vulnerability to Inflammation-Related Depression Exaggerated in Older Adults With Insomnia
08/18/2025
Jolynn Tumolo
Compared with older adults without insomnia, older adults with the sleep disorder experienced a 3-fold greater increase in depressed mood and depressive symptoms after exposure to an inflammatory challenge, according to study findings.
Compared with older adults without insomnia, older adults with the sleep disorder experienced a 3-fold greater increase in depressed mood and depressive symptoms after exposure to an inflammatory challenge, according to study findings.
Compared with older adults...
08/18/2025
Psych Congress Network
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News
Cannabinoids Produce Worse Sleep Outcomes in Small Pilot Study
08/15/2025
Brionna Mendoza
A single dose of tetrahydrocannabinol/cannabidiol (THC/CBD) resulted in worse sleep for study participants with insomnia.
A single dose of tetrahydrocannabinol/cannabidiol (THC/CBD) resulted in worse sleep for study participants with insomnia.
A single dose of...
08/15/2025
Neurology
From Neurology
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News
Loudness of Snoring May Indicate Greater Hyperactivity in Children and Adolescents
01/16/2025
Brionna Mendoza
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
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News
New Restless Leg Syndrome Guidance Reverses Some Previous Recommendations
12/18/2024
Jolynn Tumolo
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
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News
Daytime Sleepiness Linked With Predementia Syndrome in Older Adults
12/10/2024
Jolynn Tumolo
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
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News
Targeted Lucidity Reactivation May Help Ease Narcolepsy-Related Nightmares
11/18/2024
Jolynn Tumolo
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
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News
Masked Taper Plus CBT for Insomnia Effective in Benzodiazepine Discontinuation
10/10/2024
Brionna Mendoza
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

News Articles

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News
Sleep and Psychiatric Disorders: Shared Mechanisms and Clinical Relevance
01/02/2026
Sarah Fleming
A narrative review in PLOS Mental Health synthesizes evidence on the bidirectional relationship between sleep and psychiatric disorders and highlights shared neurobiological mechanisms that span major depression, bipolar disorder (BD),...
A narrative review in PLOS Mental Health synthesizes evidence on the bidirectional relationship between sleep and psychiatric disorders and highlights shared neurobiological mechanisms that span major depression, bipolar disorder (BD),...
A narrative review in PLOS...
01/02/2026
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
A child sleeps in bed on her stomach with her mouth hanging open
News
Loudness of Snoring May Indicate Greater Hyperactivity in Children and Adolescents
01/16/2025
Brionna Mendoza
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
New Restless Leg Syndrome Guidance Reverses Some Previous Recommendations
12/18/2024
Jolynn Tumolo
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
Daytime Sleepiness Linked With Predementia Syndrome in Older Adults
12/10/2024
Jolynn Tumolo
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
Targeted Lucidity Reactivation May Help Ease Narcolepsy-Related Nightmares
11/18/2024
Jolynn Tumolo
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
Masked Taper Plus CBT for Insomnia Effective in Benzodiazepine Discontinuation
10/10/2024
Brionna Mendoza
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
Suvorexant Associated With Lower Delirium Rates in Some Hospitalized Older Adults
08/29/2024
Jolynn Tumolo
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
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News
Adolescents With Higher Adiposity More Vulnerable to Cognitive Impairments From Poor Sleep
06/13/2024
Meagan Thistle
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
A boy's hand holding a pill that says ADHD
News
Open-Label Extension Trial Supports Long-Term Use of Viloxazine ER in Children and Adolescents
04/13/2026
A phase 3 open-label extension trial found viloxazine ER to be safe and effective for the long-term treatment of pediatric ADHD.
A phase 3 open-label extension trial found viloxazine ER to be safe and effective for the long-term treatment of pediatric ADHD.
A phase 3 open-label extension...
04/13/2026
Psych Congress Network
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News

ADHD Incidence Trends Accelerated After DSM-5 Changes and COVID-19 Disruptions
04/10/2026
Brionna Mendoza
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) diagnosis rates in people younger than 30 years in British Columbia, Canada, rose steadily from 2003 to 2023 and appeared to accelerate after both DSM-5 implementation and the COVID-19 pandemic.
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) diagnosis rates in people younger than 30 years in British Columbia, Canada, rose steadily from 2003 to 2023 and appeared to accelerate after both DSM-5 implementation and the COVID-19 pandemic.
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity...
04/10/2026
Psych Congress Network
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News
Higher Risk of Premature Death Found in Bipolar II Disorder
04/07/2026
Brionna Mendoza
Bipolar II disorder (BD-II) is associated with significantly increased mortality, according to a large population-based cohort study published in JAMA Network Open.
Bipolar II disorder (BD-II) is associated with significantly increased mortality, according to a large population-based cohort study published in JAMA Network Open.
Bipolar II disorder (BD-II) is...
04/07/2026
Psych Congress Network
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News
Psilocybin Produces Mixed Outcomes in Phase 2b MDD Study
04/01/2026
Brionna Mendoza
A Phase 2b randomized clinical trial published in JAMA Psychiatry found nonsignificant differences in response rate between psilocybin 25 mg, psilocybin 5 mg, and placebo with supporting psychotherapy in treatment-resistant major depressive...
A Phase 2b randomized clinical trial published in JAMA Psychiatry found nonsignificant differences in response rate between psilocybin 25 mg, psilocybin 5 mg, and placebo with supporting psychotherapy in treatment-resistant major depressive...
A Phase 2b randomized clinical...
04/01/2026
Psych Congress Network
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News
Tazbentetol Demonstrates Early Symptom Improvement in Phase 2 Schizophrenia Trial
04/01/2026
Maria Mantas
Interim results from a phase 2 randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial of tazbentetol demonstrated early signals of efficacy across schizophrenia symptom domains.
Interim results from a phase 2 randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial of tazbentetol demonstrated early signals of efficacy across schizophrenia symptom domains.
Interim results from a phase 2...
04/01/2026
Psych Congress Network
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News
Inhaled Psychedelic Therapy Shows Rapid TRD Relief in Phase 2b Trial
03/27/2026
Brionna Mendoza
A phase 2b randomized clinical trial found that inhaled GH001, a synthetic formulation of mebufotenin, produced rapid antidepressant effects in adults with treatment-resistant depression (TRD). 
A phase 2b randomized clinical trial found that inhaled GH001, a synthetic formulation of mebufotenin, produced rapid antidepressant effects in adults with treatment-resistant depression (TRD). 
A phase 2b randomized clinical...
03/27/2026
Psych Congress Network
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News
Enhanced Prenatal Care Models Improve Perinatal Depression Scores
03/25/2026
Maria Mantas
Perinatal depression symptoms improved significantly during pregnancy and early postpartum regardless of enhanced prenatal care format, according to recent study findings.
Perinatal depression symptoms improved significantly during pregnancy and early postpartum regardless of enhanced prenatal care format, according to recent study findings.
Perinatal depression symptoms...
03/25/2026
Psych Congress Network
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News
AMPA Receptor Modulation Shows Promise in Major Depressive Disorder Treatment
03/24/2026
Brionna Mendoza
Research presented at NP Institute highlights α-Amino-3-hydroxy-5-methyl-4-isoxazolepropionic acid (AMPA) receptor modulation as a promising therapeutic target.
Research presented at NP Institute highlights α-Amino-3-hydroxy-5-methyl-4-isoxazolepropionic acid (AMPA) receptor modulation as a promising therapeutic target.
Research presented at NP...
03/24/2026
Psych Congress Network
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News
Grip Strength Lower in Schizophrenia and Depression, Study Finds
03/24/2026
Brionna Mendoza
A research letter published in JAMA Psychiatry reports that reduced grip strength may represent a transdiagnostic marker across schizophrenia and depression, including remitted depression.
A research letter published in JAMA Psychiatry reports that reduced grip strength may represent a transdiagnostic marker across schizophrenia and depression, including remitted depression.
A research letter published in...
03/24/2026
Psych Congress Network
spilled bottle of white pills
News
Clozapine Shows Superior Response After First Antipsychotic Failure
03/20/2026
Maria Mantas
Clozapine was more effective than olanzapine and amisulpride in first-episode psychosis (FEP) patients with schizophrenia, schizophreniform, or schizoaffective disorder who did not respond to an initial antipsychotic.
Clozapine was more effective than olanzapine and amisulpride in first-episode psychosis (FEP) patients with schizophrenia, schizophreniform, or schizoaffective disorder who did not respond to an initial antipsychotic.
Clozapine was more effective...
03/20/2026
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Blogs

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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
Psych Congress Network

Practice Tools

Saundra's Corner
WHO (Five) Well-Being Index (WHO-5)
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
Sleep Apps
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
Mental Health Apps
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
Psych Congress Network
Saundra's Corner
Medication Adherence Rating Scale (MARS)
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
Psych Congress Network
Saundra's Corner
Sheehan Disability Scale (SDS)
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
Psych Congress Network
Saundra's Corner
Brief Psychiatric Rating Scale (BPRS)
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
Psych Congress Network
Saundra's Corner
The Mini International Neuropsychiatric Interview
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
MINI Screen
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
Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9)
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
WHO (Five) Well-Being Index (WHO-5)
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
Beck Depression Inventory-II (BDI-II)
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
Mood Disorder Questionnaire (MDQ)
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
Hamilton Anxiety Rating Scale (HAM-A)
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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NEW FROM THE NP INSTITUTE ONLINE LEARNING HUB

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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...
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
Psych Congress NP Institute
Amber Hoberg
Rapid Refresh
Long-Acting Injectables for Adolescents With Schizophrenia and Schizoaffective Disorder
04/10/2024
Amber Hoberg, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC
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
Psych Congress NP Institute
Hoberg and Matthews
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
Psych Congress NP Institute

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