Psychopharmacology and Psychiatry Updates

In this episode, we focus on the challenges faced in metabolic monitoring of youth receiving second-generation antipsychotics (SGAs), including the strategies to overcome these barriers and ensure the long-term health of young patients on SGAs. Faculty: David Rosenberg, M.D. Host ...  Afficher plus

In this episode, we delve into the potential outcomes after the first SSRI trial for OCD. With SSRIs being a first-line treatment, understanding response patterns is crucial. What course of action should be taken when patients exhibit significant symptom improvement, partial reli ...  Afficher plus

Are there any particular situations where nonstimulant medications may be especially effective for ADHD? In this episode, we discuss nonstimulant treatments for ADHD. Although stimulants are commonly used for ADHD, nonstimulant options like atomoxetine, viloxazine, clonidine, and ...  Afficher plus

In this episode, we explore pharmacologic treatment for postpartum depression in breastfeeding mothers. Can psychiatric medications be safely used while nursing? Dr. Lauren Osborne explains how nearly all antidepressants are compatible with breastfeeding, why postpartum women may ...  Afficher plus

In this episode, we explore a new study examining whether antidepressants and antipsychotics truly increase the risk of torsades de pointes, a potentially fatal cardiac arrhythmia. What does the evidence say about using multiple psychiatric medications together, and when should w ...  Afficher plus