Psych Congress Elevate 2024 faculty member Lucia Cheng, MD, discusses tips for improving patient engagement in telepsychiatry, misconceptions about virtual care, and advocates for a more nuanced understanding of video gaming's role in...
Psych Congress Elevate 2024 faculty member Lucia Cheng, MD, discusses tips for improving patient engagement in telepsychiatry, misconceptions about virtual care, and advocates for a more nuanced understanding of video gaming's role in...
Although in-person mental healthcare services returned to 75% of pre-pandemic levels by August 2022, telehealth usage for pediatric patients with commercial insurance was still 2300% higher than pre-pandemic, according to new research.
Although in-person mental healthcare services returned to 75% of pre-pandemic levels by August 2022, telehealth usage for pediatric patients with commercial insurance was still 2300% higher than pre-pandemic, according to new research.
Researchers from analytics firm Trilliant Health caution that their findings suggest the post-pandemic behavioral health market will likely increase the economic burden challenging the US healthcare system.
Researchers from analytics firm Trilliant Health caution that their findings suggest the post-pandemic behavioral health market will likely increase the economic burden challenging the US healthcare system.
A massive increase in the use of telehealth-based mental healthcare services more than made up for a 50% drop in in-person visits during the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a recent study from RAND Corporation.
A massive increase in the use of telehealth-based mental healthcare services more than made up for a 50% drop in in-person visits during the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a recent study from RAND Corporation.
Mental health concerns remain on the rise among Americans over the age of 18, but more individuals now feel more comfortable seeking support and using telehealth-based interventions, according to new research from CVS Health and Morning...
Mental health concerns remain on the rise among Americans over the age of 18, but more individuals now feel more comfortable seeking support and using telehealth-based interventions, according to new research from CVS Health and Morning...
A study looking at 2 models of telehealth found that both approaches offer an opportunity to treat patients with complex psychiatric conditions who otherwise have limited access to specialists.
A study looking at 2 models of telehealth found that both approaches offer an opportunity to treat patients with complex psychiatric conditions who otherwise have limited access to specialists.
SMI Adviser, in partnership with the NASMHPD and the NASMHPD Research Institute, has published a report on how to improve the availability, accessibility, and acceptability of mental health care in rural and remote areas.
SMI Adviser, in partnership with the NASMHPD and the NASMHPD Research Institute, has published a report on how to improve the availability, accessibility, and acceptability of mental health care in rural and remote areas.
Although in-person mental healthcare services returned to 75% of pre-pandemic levels by August 2022, telehealth usage for pediatric patients with commercial insurance was still 2300% higher than pre-pandemic, according to new research.
Although in-person mental healthcare services returned to 75% of pre-pandemic levels by August 2022, telehealth usage for pediatric patients with commercial insurance was still 2300% higher than pre-pandemic, according to new research.
Researchers from analytics firm Trilliant Health caution that their findings suggest the post-pandemic behavioral health market will likely increase the economic burden challenging the US healthcare system.
Researchers from analytics firm Trilliant Health caution that their findings suggest the post-pandemic behavioral health market will likely increase the economic burden challenging the US healthcare system.
A massive increase in the use of telehealth-based mental healthcare services more than made up for a 50% drop in in-person visits during the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a recent study from RAND Corporation.
A massive increase in the use of telehealth-based mental healthcare services more than made up for a 50% drop in in-person visits during the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a recent study from RAND Corporation.
Mental health concerns remain on the rise among Americans over the age of 18, but more individuals now feel more comfortable seeking support and using telehealth-based interventions, according to new research from CVS Health and Morning...
Mental health concerns remain on the rise among Americans over the age of 18, but more individuals now feel more comfortable seeking support and using telehealth-based interventions, according to new research from CVS Health and Morning...
A study looking at 2 models of telehealth found that both approaches offer an opportunity to treat patients with complex psychiatric conditions who otherwise have limited access to specialists.
A study looking at 2 models of telehealth found that both approaches offer an opportunity to treat patients with complex psychiatric conditions who otherwise have limited access to specialists.
SMI Adviser, in partnership with the NASMHPD and the NASMHPD Research Institute, has published a report on how to improve the availability, accessibility, and acceptability of mental health care in rural and remote areas.
SMI Adviser, in partnership with the NASMHPD and the NASMHPD Research Institute, has published a report on how to improve the availability, accessibility, and acceptability of mental health care in rural and remote areas.
A smartphone app designed to challenge dysfunctional beliefs in people with serious mental illness reduced symptoms of depression and anxiety as well as functional impairment.
A smartphone app designed to challenge dysfunctional beliefs in people with serious mental illness reduced symptoms of depression and anxiety as well as functional impairment.
New study reveals CBT delivered over the phone significantly improved sleeplessness and pain without increasing total health care costs in older adults with arthritis-related insomnia.
New study reveals CBT delivered over the phone significantly improved sleeplessness and pain without increasing total health care costs in older adults with arthritis-related insomnia.
Rakesh Jain, MD, MPH, responds to news that Eli Lilly and Company plans to acquire AtaiBeckley Inc, expanding its presence in the emerging field of psychedelic-based treatments for depression and other psychiatric conditions.
Rakesh Jain, MD, MPH, responds to news that Eli Lilly and Company plans to acquire AtaiBeckley Inc, expanding its presence in the emerging field of psychedelic-based treatments for depression and other psychiatric conditions.
Patients with MDD and favorable biobehavioral markers for sertraline and/or bupropion experienced higher antidepressant response rates than those with negative markers for both drugs.
Patients with MDD and favorable biobehavioral markers for sertraline and/or bupropion experienced higher antidepressant response rates than those with negative markers for both drugs.
A randomized clinical trial found that 10 once-daily sessions of iTBS produced short-term improvement compared to sham in clinician-rated depressive symptoms among adults with recurrent major depressive disorder (MDD).
A randomized clinical trial found that 10 once-daily sessions of iTBS produced short-term improvement compared to sham in clinician-rated depressive symptoms among adults with recurrent major depressive disorder (MDD).
Sodium-glucose cotransporter 2 (SGLT2) inhibitor use was associated with a lower risk of incident all-cause dementia among older US veterans with mood and psychotic disorders.
Sodium-glucose cotransporter 2 (SGLT2) inhibitor use was associated with a lower risk of incident all-cause dementia among older US veterans with mood and psychotic disorders.
A 3-year longitudinal study found that insomnia, excessive daytime sleepiness (EDS), and their co-occurrence were associated with increased risk of depression.
A 3-year longitudinal study found that insomnia, excessive daytime sleepiness (EDS), and their co-occurrence were associated with increased risk of depression.
Navacaprant, a kappa opioid receptor antagonist for major depressive disorder treatment, failed to show statistically significant efficacy in two phase 3 trials.
Navacaprant, a kappa opioid receptor antagonist for major depressive disorder treatment, failed to show statistically significant efficacy in two phase 3 trials.
Evaluating reduced stimulant use rather than complete abstinence outcomes in patients with stimulant use disorder could provide additional insight into treatment efficacy.
Evaluating reduced stimulant use rather than complete abstinence outcomes in patients with stimulant use disorder could provide additional insight into treatment efficacy.
New research further characterizes viloxazine’s pharmacologic profile, supporting a multimodal mechanism involving norepinephrine transporters and serotonin receptors.
New research further characterizes viloxazine’s pharmacologic profile, supporting a multimodal mechanism involving norepinephrine transporters and serotonin receptors.
A retrospective cohort study examined the association between pediatric ADHD, methylphenidate exposure, and adult BMI and height outcomes. The findings suggest that ADHD—particularly when treated with methylphenidate—may be associated with...
A retrospective cohort study examined the association between pediatric ADHD, methylphenidate exposure, and adult BMI and height outcomes. The findings suggest that ADHD—particularly when treated with methylphenidate—may be associated with...
According to the results published from a 5-year trial that compared the effectiveness of 2 telepsychiatry approaches, what was seen as a significant improvement? Take the quiz to find out!
According to the results published from a 5-year trial that compared the effectiveness of 2 telepsychiatry approaches, what was seen as a significant improvement? Take the quiz to find out!
True or False: Patients with psychiatric symptoms who received care in the ED were discharged home, rather than transferred to a psychiatric facility, more often when the North Carolina Statewide Telepsychiatry Program was available.
True or False: Patients with psychiatric symptoms who received care in the ED were discharged home, rather than transferred to a psychiatric facility, more often when the North Carolina Statewide Telepsychiatry Program was available.
How well do you understand the relationship between pediatric attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, methylphenidate use in childhood, and growth outcomes in adulthood? Test your knowledge with this short, multiple-choice quiz.
How well do you understand the relationship between pediatric attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, methylphenidate use in childhood, and growth outcomes in adulthood? Test your knowledge with this short, multiple-choice quiz.
Why does Desiree Matthews, PMHNP-BC, recommend careful consideration of metabolic pathways when selecting a vesicular monoamine transporter 2 (VMAT2) inhibitor for tardive dyskinesia (TD) treatment?
Why does Desiree Matthews, PMHNP-BC, recommend careful consideration of metabolic pathways when selecting a vesicular monoamine transporter 2 (VMAT2) inhibitor for tardive dyskinesia (TD) treatment?
Why does Desiree Matthews, PMHNP-BC, recommend careful consideration of metabolic pathways when selecting a vesicular monoamine transporter 2 (VMAT2) inhibitor for tardive dyskinesia (TD) treatment?
Why does Desiree Matthews, PMHNP-BC, recommend careful consideration of metabolic pathways when selecting a vesicular monoamine transporter 2 (VMAT2) inhibitor for tardive dyskinesia (TD) treatment?
Differences in ADHD presentation between males and females may affect diagnosis and outcomes. Evaluate your understanding of key clinical distinctions with this short quiz.
Differences in ADHD presentation between males and females may affect diagnosis and outcomes. Evaluate your understanding of key clinical distinctions with this short quiz.
What is the recommended first step to confirm whether a patient is experiencing excessive daytime sleepiness? Take this quick quiz to test your knowledge!
What is the recommended first step to confirm whether a patient is experiencing excessive daytime sleepiness? Take this quick quiz to test your knowledge!
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.
In a world where change is often reactionary rather than anticipatory, many forward-thinking professionals are dismayed that telehealth is taking so long to be accepted. After all, the evidence base supporting telehealth started building in...
In a world where change is often reactionary rather than anticipatory, many forward-thinking professionals are dismayed that telehealth is taking so long to be accepted. After all, the evidence base supporting telehealth started building in...
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.
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.
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.
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: "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."
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.
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.
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...
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...
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.