The Carlat Psychiatry Podcast

Stephan Jackman, developer of a new formulation of lithium, discusses the use of lithium in different populations, potential benefits in reducing dementia and suicide rates, lifestyle factors impacting lithium levels, and a new formulation called LiPerSAL aiming to improve treatment with minimized side effects.

The podcast discusses the latest research on lithium, including its efficacy in treating bipolar disorder and unipolar depression, its impact on suicide rates and psychosocial functioning, and its role in augmenting antidepressants. It also explores the side effects and patient experiences of lithium compared to quatypine, the effectiveness of different lithium treatments for tremor in bipolar disorder, and renal risk factors associated with lithium use.

Dr. Jonathan Shedler, an expert in psychodynamic therapy, discusses the misconceptions and importance of evidence in psychotherapy. Topics include the limitations of evidence-based therapy, therapist flexibility, psychiatric diagnoses, psychological understanding, and misunderstandings of therapy concepts.

Learn about callous unemotional behaviors in children and adolescents, including prevalence rates and environmental factors. Explore assessment methods, parenting interventions, and adaptations for treatment. Discover the debate over positive reinforcement and the importance of evidence-based interventions. Find out about treatment options and the significance of addressing comorbid conditions and moral development.

Sigmund Freud’s theories are challenged by his granddaughter, Sophie Freud.CME: Take the CME Post-Test for this EpisodePublished On: 12/11/2023Duration: 17 minutes, 53 secondChris Aiken, MD, and Kellie Newsome, PMHNP have disclosed no relevant financial or other interests in any commercial companies pertaining to this educational activity.

Sophie Freud, granddaughter of Sigmund Freud, challenges her grandfather's views on women and conducts survey research to prove him wrong. Explore the conflicts she faced within her family, her parents' challenging marriage and escape from the Nazis, and the horrific experiences of the Jewish community during the Nazi invasion.

Richard Brown, MD, discusses natural therapies for ADHD including Pycnoginol, Rhodiola rosea, Racetams, and American Ginseng. The podcast explores the use of adaptogens, medications for cognition and working memory, the benefits of American Ginseng for memory improvement, and the importance of therapy in patient care.

ADHD cognitive problems discussed: working memory, slow processing speed, and dyslexia. Importance of neuropsych testing. Case examples of misdiagnosed patients. Visual processing deficit in photographer. Executive dysfunction in ADHD. Cognitive Disengagement Syndrome and slow processing impact. Potential benefits of vitamin D supplementation for seasonal ADHD.

New research on ketamine explores its efficacy compared to ECT and antipsychotics, placebo effects, and the effectiveness of ketamine versus esketamine. The podcast also discusses sustaining the benefits of ketamine, incorporating psychotherapy, and using subliminal messages during treatment. Additionally, conflicts of interest in a psychotherapy study and the belief of weight gain on lithium are analyzed in this informative episode.

New research on ketamine addresses its effectiveness compared to ECT and antipsychotics, the impact of placebo, and the benefits of combining ketamine with psychotherapy. The podcast also discusses studies comparing esketamine to quatypine and explores the confusing results of a ketamine trial. Additionally, a study on rapid fentanyl test strips and harm reduction approach is mentioned.