The Carlat Psychiatry Podcast

The podcast discusses the evolution of psychiatry, from early treatments for nervous illnesses to modern psychopharmacology. It explores the dominance of psychoanalysis in psychiatry until the 1970s and the concept of neurosthenia. The introduction of therapies like ECT and anti-psychotics for nonpsychotic distress patients is also explored.

Discussing the increasing misuse of medications like bupropion, quatypine, and gabapentinoids, and the need to address this national crisis. Exploring the misuse of prescription medications, addiction as a chronic brain disease, and the criteria for defining addiction. Focusing on the misuse and abuse potential of commonly prescribed medications, including bupropion. Exploring the differences in anticholinergic effects, the abuse potential of certain drugs, and the spectrum of altered mental states.

Sexuality is a broad term that encompasses sexual identity, activity, attitude toward sex, intimacy, partnership, and pleasure. In this podcast, we cover the basics of sexual function and the effects of aging, medical comorbidities, and mental health on sexuality. We discuss sexual health in long-term care settings and in older adults with cognitive disorders and suggest an approach to commonly encountered sexual health issues. CME: Take the CME Post-Test for this episodePublished On: 10/16/23Duration: 27 minutes, 42 seconds Collier, MD, and Neha Jain, MD, and Rehan Aziz, MD, have disclosed no relevant financial or other interests in any commercial companies pertaining to this educational activity.

Learn how to distinguish between depression, dementia, and delirium in older adults. Explore treatment options including medication, psychotherapy, and exercise. Discover the effectiveness of TMS and ECT in treating depression and get an overview of dementia. Find out about non-pharmacological treatments for dementia and delirium, and the cautious use of antipsychotics. Explore management options for sleep, delirium, depression, and dementia in geriatric psychiatry.

This podcast explores the impact of social stressors on depression, the components and benefits of Interpersonal and Social Rhythm Therapy (IPSRT) for bipolar disorder, the role of daily rhythms and light exposure in maintaining well-being, the theory behind IPSRT and its impact on sleep patterns, and potential lifestyle techniques like the ketogenic diet for bipolar disorder.

Exploring self-injurious behavior and suicidality in autistic children, highlighting the link between co-occurring conditions and suicide risk, discussing factors contributing to suicidality in autistic youth, assessing and addressing suicidality using specialized tools and resources, and involving schools in suicide risk prevention.

Chris Aiken, MD and Kellie Newsome, PMHNP discuss the impact of untreated mental illness on a child's identity, the consequences of ADHD on individuals who have received treatment compared to those who haven't, the role of shame and avoidance in ADHD, and the latest research findings related to ADHD and therapy options.

Child and adolescent psychiatrists discuss gender-affirming care in this podcast. They cover topics such as interventions like social transitions, hormone treatments, and surgeries. They also address the availability and effectiveness of gender-affirming care. Additionally, they explore care for children and adolescents with gender dysphoria, including puberty blockers and hormone replacement therapy. The podcast also discusses a study on gender affirmation, detransition, and the importance of individualized care.

Join the hosts as they discuss behavioral interventions for adult ADHD with psychiatrist Dr. Scott Shapiro. They explore the importance of prioritizing ADHD treatment in adults with other psychiatric disorders. The chapter also delves into managing ADHD symptoms with a combination of medication, therapy, and behavior strategies. Furthermore, the relationship between exercise and executive function in ADHD is explored, including different types of exercise interventions.

Discussion on dark therapy for mania in patients with bipolar disorder, including updates, effectiveness, and the use of blue light blockers. Also explores the benefits of bright light therapy for medical illness recovery and prevention of postpartum depression.