Psychopharmacology and Psychiatry Updates

In this episode, we explore a compelling comparison between olanzapine and risperidone for managing behavioral symptoms in dementia patients. Are the delusions we see in Alzheimer's disease actually true delusions, or something entirely different that requires a new treatment approach? Faculty: Scott Beach, M.D. Host: Richard Seeber, M.D. Learn more about our membership here Earn 0.75 CME: Quick Take Vol. 73 Alzheimer’s Disease: Olanzapine vs. Risperidone for BPSD

In this episode, we explore the complex drug-drug interactions between psychedelics and psychiatric medications. Do SSRIs really blunt psychedelic effects, or is this just clinical folklore? We'll examine surprising new research and discuss potentially dangerous combinations every psychiatrist should know. 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 Examining the Combined Use of Psychedelics and Psychiatric Drugs

In this episode, we challenge the conventional wisdom of “what gets them well keeps them well” by exploring groundbreaking Finnish research on bipolar disorder medication dosing. Does maintaining patients on high doses actually improve long-term outcomes, or could standard doses be the optimal strategy for relapse prevention? Faculty: Kristin Raj, M.D. Host: Richard Seeber, M.D. Learn more about our memberships here Earn 0.75 CME: Quick Take Vol. 73 Bipolar Disorder Maintenance: What’s the Optimal Dose Range?

Franklin King, a director at the Massachusetts General Hospital Center for the Neuroscience of Psychedelics and a Harvard Medical School faculty member, dives deep into the impact of psychedelics on the brain. He discusses how substances like psilocybin disrupt the default mode network, fostering neuroplasticity and leading to therapeutic breakthroughs. The conversation also touches on the correlation between mystical experiences and treatment outcomes, as well as the significance of the claustrum and 5-HT2A receptors in these processes.

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?

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

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?

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

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?

In this episode, we explore pharmacotherapy for binge eating disorder, examining how antidepressants, anticonvulsants, and emerging treatments target different patient goals. Should your treatment focus on stopping binge episodes or achieving weight loss? We discuss evidence-based approaches to align medication choices with patient priorities for optimal outcomes. 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: Antidepressants and Anticonvulsants