What are some of the difficulties that Muslim Americans face today, and what was the reason behind the creation of the Muslim Wellness Foundation? How does stigma about mental health problems uniquely impact the Muslim American community? What are some of the psychosocial issues and challenges that Black Muslim American's experience? In this important and timely episode, psychiatrist Dr. Mona Masood answers these questions and so much more! As a member of the Board of Directors at the Muslim Wel...
Jul 15, 2020•20 min
The years 2019-2020 brought to us coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), resulting in an unprecedented global pandemic. Emerging data, historical studies, and expert opinion point to a tremendous impact of COVID-19 on the development and exacerbation of psychiatric issues. This issue is compounded by the fact that access to mental health care services may be limited during this time of crisis. There is a critical need for mental health care providers to be prepared and educated to best serve the p...
Jul 09, 2020•38 min
What exactly is brain-derived neurotrophic factor, or BDNF? What is the relationship between neuroinflammation, BDNF, and depression? What are ways that we can naturally stimulate increases in BDNF? In this exciting interview, psychiatric nurse practitioner, Michelle Novella answers all these questions and more! Michele Novella, PMHNP-BC, PMHCNS-BC, is the owner and medical director of Star Psychiatric Healthcare, LLC, in Danbury, CT. She was educated at Fairfield University in Fairfield, CT, an...
Jul 01, 2020•41 min
Healthcare workers on the frontline, working to save patients with the COVID-19 virus, during this pandemic have been especially vulnerable to mental health consequences and trauma. In the early stages of the global shut-down, Dr. Mona Masood launched the Physician Support Line, a volunteer hotline to support physicians and healthcare providers who were on the frontlines, battling the virus, and the traumatic consequences of doing so, simultaneously. Doctors, nurses, EMTs and other health care w...
Jun 17, 2020•23 min
Methamphetamine is an extremely serious problem in the United States, and it remains one of the most commonly misused stimulant drugs in the world. There are severe psychological, and medical consequences from methamphetamine misuse and abuse. This poses a particular challenge for clinicians treating patients for mental health conditions that are comorbid with substance use disorder (SUD). This is especially challenging when there are also interactions that can alter or influence psychiatric med...
Jun 08, 2020•33 min
What is the prevalence of bipolar disorder in the pediatric population and does this change, depending on age? What are important tips for recognizing hypomania in children, and diagnosing children with mixed depression? In this episode, we address these questions and more with pediatric psychiatrist, Dr. Manpreet Singh. Dr. Singh is Associate Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Stanford University, and leads a program aimed to accelerate understanding and treatment in youth with ...
Jun 03, 2020•38 min
Healthcare disparities occur around the world, due to a complex, multifaceted situation that results from socioeconomic hardships, psychosocial stress, and cultural differences. In the United States, these disparities are often seen in minority communities, such as Hispanics and Black Americans. When a pandemic, such as COVID-19 occurs, it can expose these disparities in the most tragic ways. Current statistics surrounding healthcare disparities during the pandemic are staggering, suggesting tha...
May 20, 2020•36 min
Food and beverages interact with certain psychiatric medications to alter their pharmacokinetic properties, resulting in potentially unintended health outcomes. In this podcast episode, Dr. Rajnish Mago describes common food and beverages that interact with psychiatric medication and provides recommendations for avoiding unintended food-drug interactions. Optional CME credits / certificate instructions: After listening to the podcast, to take the optional posttest and receive CME credit, click H...
May 11, 2020•33 min
With the recent COVID-19 pandemic, mental health concerns are on the rise. What do we know about the relationship between suicide risk and previous pandemics or natural disasters? How do we distinguish between behavior that seems like appropriate coping during this time and behavior that should raise a red flag? What are some protective factors against suicide, and how can we capitalize on these, especially during this challenging time? Join us, as we interview the Chief Medical Officer of the A...
May 06, 2020•40 min
What is the evidence that exercise is at least as effective as medications for the treatment of mental health disorders, such as depression? Can you share any research findings on the effects of exercise for patients with traumatic brain injury? If you have questions like these, you won't want to miss this episode with psychiatrist and renowed author, Dr. John Ratey! Best selling author, John J. Ratey, MD, is an Associate Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School and an internat...
Apr 29, 2020•27 min
Given the recent COVID-19 virus pandemic, how is pediatric anxiety influenced by things like the media, parental attitudes, and the family environment? How effective is telepsychiatry for pediatric patients? If you have these types of questions you won't want to miss this timely and important interview with psychiatrist Dr. Jeffrey Strawn! In this episode, we discuss issues like effective communication strategies for parents during this time, and how to best meet the needs of pediatric patients ...
Apr 15, 2020•30 min
What is our current understanding of the gut-brain connection? What is the difference between the microbiome and microbiota? How is dysbyosis of the gut associated with certain psychiatric disorders? In this CME podcast, we address these questions and more in this captivating interview between Dr. Andrew J. Cutler and Dr. Roger S. McIntyre! Optional CME credits / certificate instructions: After listening to the podcast, to take the optional posttest and receive CME credit, click HERE . Learning ...
Apr 13, 2020•47 min
How do you manage billing and insurance for telepsychiatry? What are some challenges to treating patients who may not be tech saavy? In part 2 of this episode, we address these questions and more, providing you with the most current information on the practical implications of telepsychiatry in our interview with psychiatric nurse practitioner, Michele Novella. Michele Novella, PMHNP-BC, PMHCNS-BC, is the owner and medical director of Star Psychiatric Healthcare, LLC, in Danbury, CT. She was edu...
Apr 03, 2020•26 min
In this episode, we discuss the importance and practical implications of telepsychiatry in the field of mental health, with psychiatric nurse practioner, Michele Novella. Has your practice been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic? In part 1 of this episode, Michele takes you step-by-step through the process of implementing telepsychiatry into your practice. Learn about the "do's" and "don'ts", and important information that you will need to know to better treat your patients during this challengin...
Apr 01, 2020•31 min
In this episode, we raise awareness about a forgotten, yet extremely vulnerable population at high risk for traumatic brain injury (TBI). What are ways that we can better screen for patients who have experienced intimate partner violence (IPV)? How are types of brain injuries unique in this population? Are there neuroimaging techniques that can more accurately detect IPV-related TBIs? Deb York is a board certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner practicing in Colorado Springs, CO. S...
Mar 18, 2020•28 min
What are ketones and how are they related to mental health? What is the relationship between mitochondrial dysfunction and the ketogenic diet? What is the carnivore diet? If these are some of your questions when it comes to nutrition and mental health, you won't want to miss Part II of this exciting interview with Dr. William Sauve'!
Mar 04, 2020•24 min
Are carbohydrates bad for me? Is the ketogenic diet good for the brain? What is the carnivore diet? These are questions that concern many people today, especially if you're interested in nutrition and the brain. In Part I of this episode we dive into this hot topic with Dr. William Sauve', where we discuss many of these questions and more! Dr. William M. Sauve' is a psychiatrist in Virginia. He received his medical degree from Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences and has been in ...
Feb 19, 2020•27 min
In Part II of this interview with Dr. Rona Hu, we discuss the most effective ways of assessing and preventing violence in the healthcare setting. Learn how to protect yourself, how to cope with such experiences, and how to support one another in the aftermath.
Feb 05, 2020•26 min
In this episode, we dive into a topic that is not talked about enough, yet many clinicians experience assault by patients. Here, we address how to identify risks, how to decrease escalation from agitation to aggression, and how to cope after a violent event has occurred with a patient. Dr. Rona Hu is the Associate Dean of Academic Affairs at Stanford University School of Medicine. She is a Clinical Professor at Stanford University, and she was the formal Medical Director of the Acute Psychiatric...
Jan 15, 2020•19 min
In Part II of this episode, we continue to take a look back at 2019 with Dr. Andrew Cutler, as we reflect on the most FDA approvals, exciting research findings and all the important updates in psychopharmacology that could impact your practice. Dr. Andrew Cutler is Chief Medical Officer (CMO) at the Neuroscience Education Institute (NEI). He has deeply rooted knowledge in clinical practice, academic experience, and emerging science in psychiatry through clinical trials. He is Clinical Associate ...
Jan 01, 2020•14 min
In this episode, we take a look back at 2019 with Dr. Andrew Cutler, as we reflect on the most FDA approvals, exciting research findings and all the important updates in psychopharmacology that could impact your practice. Dr. Andrew Cutler is Chief Medical Officer (CMO) at the Neuroscience Education Institute (NEI). He has deeply rooted knowledge in clinical practice, academic experience, and emerging science in psychiatry through clinical trials. He is Clinical Associate Professor of Psychiatry...
Dec 18, 2019•31 min
Join Dr. Andy Cutler through this lightning-speed review of how to manage antipsychotic medications and treat psychosis. Tune in for the latest information from this year's Congress!
Dec 04, 2019•9 min
In this episode, we interview Dr. Donna Wilcock, about her cutting-edge research on the role of inflammation, vascular impairment, and cerebrovascular disease on Alzheimer's disease! Dr. Donna Wilcock is a Professor of Physiology at the University of Kentucky and the Sanders-Brown Center on Aging.
Nov 20, 2019•19 min
In this fascinating extended Q&A session with Dr. Rona Hu, join us as she answers important questions about her presentation on the assessment and management of agitation!
Nov 12, 2019•25 min
Join us for this exciting extended Q&A session with Dr. Kari Franson, as she addresses your questions from her presentation on the legislation and legalization of marijuana and protecting your patients!
Nov 10, 2019•14 min
In this extended Q&A session with Dr. Andrew Cutler, we discuss your most important questions from his presentation on antipsychotic treatment approaches beyond the D2 receptor!
Nov 10, 2019•17 min
Join us for a fascinating extended Q&A with Dr. Leslie Citrome, where he answers your most pressing questions from his presentation on the assessment and treatment of eating disorders!
Nov 09, 2019•9 min
In this exciting extended Q&A session, Dr. William Sauve’ addresses some of your unanswered questions about his presentation on the current applications for the treatment of neuropsychiatric conditions with brain stimulation techniques!
Nov 08, 2019•19 min
In this episode, listen in for an extended Q&A session with Dr. Roger McIntyre as he answers some fascinating questions about his presentation on inflammation and depression: the gut-brain interaction!
Nov 08, 2019•17 min
Join us for this exciting extended Q&A session where Dr. Timothy Wilens addresses your most pressing questions from his presentation on transitioning from adolescence to adulthood with ADHD!
Nov 07, 2019•22 min
