LAIs vs Oral Antipsychotics: Mortality Data and Clinical Impact
In this episode, we explore groundbreaking research showing how long-acting injectable antipsychotics can literally save lives in schizophrenia treatment. Could choosing the right medication delivery method be the difference between a patient thriving or facing premature death by 15-20 years? Faculty: Oliver Freudenreich, M.D. Host: Richard Seeber, M.D. Learn more about our memberships here Earn 0.75 CME: Quick Take Vol. 73 Long-Acting Injectables: Superior for Reducing Mortality in Schizophrenia?
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The Science Behind Psychedelic Therapy
In this episode, we explore the fascinating mechanisms behind psychedelic drugs in psychiatry, examining how substances like psilocybin and LSD work through 5-HT2A receptors to promote neuroplasticity. What if these compounds are hijacking an ancient stress response system designed to help us rapidly adapt to survive? Faculty: Franklin King, M.D. Host: Richard Seeber, M.D. Learn more about our memberships here Earn 1.25 CME: Use of Psychedelic Drugs in Psychiatry The Mechanisms and Effects of Psychedelics
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Which Antidepressant Causes the Most Weight Gain?
In this episode, we explore groundbreaking research comparing weight gain across eight common antidepressants. Using data from 183,000 patients, this study finally provides concrete numbers to answer the question patients ask most: How much weight will I gain on this medication? Faculty: Paul Zarkowski, M.D. Host: Richard Seeber, M.D. Learn more about our membership here Earn 0.5 CME: Quick Take Vol. 72 Which Antidepressants Cause the Most Weight Gain?
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Lisdexamfetamine for Binge Eating Disorder
In this episode, we explore lisdexamfetamine as the first FDA-approved medication for binge eating disorder. Can one medication effectively treat both ADHD and binge eating simultaneously? We examine the evidence, duration of treatment, and strategies for addressing patient ambivalence in eating disorder pharmacotherapy. Faculty: Scott Crow, M.D. Host: Richard Seeber, M.D. Learn more about our memberships here Earn 0.75 CME: Pharmacotherapy of Eating Disorders: An Update Binge Eating Disorder Pharmacotherapy: Lisdexamfetamine
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Beyond Weight Loss: GLP-1 Agonists and Alcohol Use Disorder
In this episode, we explore groundbreaking Swedish research on GLP-1 receptor agonists as a potential new treatment for alcohol use disorder. Could diabetes medications like semaglutide revolutionize addiction treatment where traditional therapies have fallen short? Faculty: David Gorelick, M.D. Host: Richard Seeber, M.D. Learn more about our membership here Earn 0.5 CME: Quick Take Vol. 72 Which Antidepressants Cause the Most Weight Gain?
Practical psychopharmacology updates for mental health clinicians. Useful for psychiatry / mental health professionals. Expert interviews and soundbites from CME presentations. Practical and free of commercial bias. Not sponsored by any pharmaceutical company.
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