Best Carlat Psychiatry Report Podcasts (2025)

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How to Find SAINT TMS 16:04

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SAINT TMS is now available. We take a closer look at its record-breaking effect size. CME: Take the CME Post-Test for this Episode Published On: 12/01/2025 Duration: 16 minutes, 04 seconds Chris Aiken, MD and Kellie Newsome, PMHNP have disclosed no relevant financial or other interests in any commercial companies pertaining to this educational acti…

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A More Powerful Antidepressant 9:53

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SAINT TMS is now available. We take a closer look at its record-breaking effect size. CME: Take the CME Post-Test for this Episode Published On: 11/24/2025 Duration: 09 minutes, 53 seconds Chris Aiken, MD and Kellie Newsome, PMHNP have disclosed no relevant financial or other interests in any commercial companies pertaining to this educational acti…

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Crossing the Alphabet Divide: An Integrative Overview of BPD Treatments with Dr. Kenneth Levy 48:12

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Dr. Kenneth Levy provides an overview of the major evidence-based treatments for Borderline Personality Disorder and explains why clinicians shouldn’t limit themselves to just one model. Despite their different styles, these treatments share core elements and similar effectiveness, and Dr. Levy makes the case that therapists best serve patients whe…

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AACAP Policy Statement – Expanding Access to Care for the Autism Community 24:08

12d ago24:08

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For years, autism care has centered on one model, but that’s changing. The American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry just redefined what evidence-based care really means. This shift could transform how we support children and families. CME: Take the CME Post-Test for this Episode Published On: 11/17/2025 Duration: 24 minutes, 07 seconds J…

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TMS, Teens, and Antidepressants 13:40

14d ago13:40

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Owen Muir, MD, believes TMS ought to come before antidepressants for many teens with depression, but does the FDA agree with him? CME: Take the CME Post-Test for this Episode Published On: 11/10/2025 Duration: 13 minutes, 39 seconds Chris Aiken, MD and Kellie Newsome, PMHNP have disclosed no relevant financial or other interests in any commercial c…

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How to Explain TMS 18:43

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Do TMS and psychotherapy share a common mechanism? We talk with Owen Muir about how to engage patients with this magnetic therapy. CME: Take the CME Post-Test for this Episode Published On: 11/03/2025 Duration: 18 minutes, 43 seconds Chris Aiken, MD and Kellie Newsome, PMHNP have disclosed no relevant financial or other interests in any commercial …

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ADHD in Young Adults: Assessment, Daily Functioning, and Support That Fits 16:15

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Working with young adults who are navigating ADHD is rarely straightforward. They’re often dealing with more than just distractibility or missed deadlines. There’s anxiety, identity shifts, life transitions, and sometimes a long history of feeling misunderstood. This isn’t about checking boxes on a symptom list, it’s about understanding how their b…

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When Your Schedule Is Full: Managing Referrals in Child Psychiatry 14:07

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More teens are saying they can’t sleep because they’re worried about the environment. Today, we’re asking: How do we respond to climate anxiety without pathologizing it? CME: Take the CME Post-Test for this Episode Published On: 10/20/2025 Duration: 14 minutes, 06 seconds Joshua Feder, MD, and Mara Goverman, LCSW, have disclosed no relevant financi…

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Psychedelics and Addiction Psychiatry 23:38

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Today, we'll be talking about psychedelics and addiction psychiatry, what they are, how they work, and what the research actually tells us. CME: Take the CME Post-Test for this Episode Published On: 10/13/2025 Duration: 23 minutes, 38 seconds Noah Capurso, MD, MHS, and Snehal Bhatt, MD, have disclosed no relevant financial or other interests in any…

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Understanding Climate Anxiety in Youth 15:56

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More teens are saying they can’t sleep because they’re worried about the environment. Today, we’re asking: How do we respond to climate anxiety without pathologizing it? CME: Take the CME Post-Test for this Episode Published On: 10/06/2025 Duration: 15 minutes, 56 seconds Joshua Feder, MD, and Mara Goverman, LCSW, have disclosed no relevant financi…

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The Rise of Long-Acting Buprenorphine 9:02

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There are two variations of long-acting injectable buprenorphine on the market. But what differentiates them, who might benefit, and how well do they work? Find out in today’s podcast. CME: Take the CME Post-Test for this Episode Published On: 09/29/2025 Duration: 11 minutes, 36 seconds Noah Capurso, MD, MHS, and Geneva Valeska have disclosed no re…

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How to Start a Psych Medication VI 17:27

2M ago17:27

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Lithium, pramipexole, bupropion, carbamazepine, valproate, and trazodone. Meds that require special skill to start: CME: Take the CME Post-Test for this Episode Published On: 09/15/2025 Duration: 17 minutes, 27 seconds Chris Aiken, MD and Kellie Newsome, PMHNP have disclosed no relevant financial or other interests in any commercial companies perta…

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How to Start a Psych Medication V 10:19

2M ago10:19

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Meds that require special skill to start: Clozapine and lamotrigine. CME: Take the CME Post-Test for this Episode Published On: 09/15/2025 Duration: 10 minutes, 19 seconds Chris Aiken, MD and Kellie Newsome, PMHNP have disclosed no relevant financial or other interests in any commercial companies pertaining to this educational activity.…

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Helping Kids Feel Safe: Talking About School Shootings 4:04

2M ago4:04

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Dr. Josh Feder shares how to talk with kids about school shootings and help them feel safe. CME: Take the CME Post-Test for this Episode Published On: 09/12/2025 Duration: 04 minutes, 04 seconds Joshua Feder, MD, and Geneva Valeska have disclosed no relevant financial or other interests in any commercial companies pertaining to this educational act…

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How to Start a Psych Medication IV 13:48

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Ziprasidone and quetiapine. One goes better fast, one slow. Also the mystery of ghost pills, and a research update on pramipexole. CME: Take the CME Post-Test for this Episode Published On: 09/08/2025 Duration: 13 minutes, 47 seconds Chris Aiken, MD and Kellie Newsome, PMHNP have disclosed no relevant financial or other interests in any commercial …

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A New FDA Approval Brings New Psychiatric Risks 16:43

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The FDA just approved the cyclobenzaprine (Tonmya, Flexeril) for fibromyalgia. We look at three risks that medication raises in psychiatry. CME: Take the CME Post-Test for this Episode Published On: 09/01/2025 Duration: 16 minutes, 42 seconds Chris Aiken, MD and Kellie Newsome, PMHNP have disclosed no relevant financial or other interests in any co…

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A New Ketamine 18:31

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The FDA just approved Ketarx for surgical pain, but the company has its eyes on depression. CME: Take the CME Post-Test for this Episode Published On: 08/15/2025 Duration: 18 minutes, 30 seconds Chris Aiken, MD and Kellie Newsome, PMHNP have disclosed no relevant financial or other interests in any commercial companies pertaining to this educationa…

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How to Start a Psych Medication III 8:28

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Meds that require special skill to start: Atomoxetine and prazosin, plus a new FDA warning on stimulants. CME: Take the CME Post-Test for this Episode Published On: 08/18/2028 Duration: 08 minutes, 28 seconds Chris Aiken, MD and Kellie Newsome, PMHNP have disclosed no relevant financial or other interests in any commercial companies pertaining to t…

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How to Start a Psych Medication II 12:19

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Meds that require special skill to start: Antipsychotics, Cobenfy, and a research update on antidepressant metabolism in Asians. CME: Take the CME Post-Test for this Episode Published On: 08/11/2025 Duration: 12 minutes, 19 seconds Chris Aiken, MD and Kellie Newsome, PMHNP have disclosed no relevant financial or other interests in any commercial co…

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How to Start a Psych Medication 13:18

4M ago13:18

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Before you cook, oil the pan; before you plant that spring lawn, aerate the soil. Before you start a psych med, these are six things you need to have in place. CME: Take the CME Post-Test for this Episode Published On: 08/04/2025 Duration: 13 minutes, 18 seconds Chris Aiken, MD and Kellie Newsome, PMHNP have disclosed no relevant financial or other…

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Therapy for Postpartum Depression 14:19

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We interview psychoanalyst William Meyer on a therapeutic approach to postpartum depression. CME: Take the CME Post-Test for this Episode Published On: 07/28/2025 Duration: 14 minutes, 18 seconds Chris Aiken, MD and Kellie Newsome, PMHNP have disclosed no relevant financial or other interests in any commercial companies pertaining to this education…

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Bipolar in the Postpartum 10:27

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We look at how often postpartum depression converts to bipolar, and what that means for treatment. CME: Take the CME Post-Test for this Episode Published On: 07/21/2025 Duration: 10 minutes, 27 seconds Chris Aiken, MD and Kellie Newsome, PMHNP have disclosed no relevant financial or other interests in any commercial companies pertaining to this edu…

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Grief, Parenting, and Recovery After a Disaster 19:48

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Today, we are focusing on how families are responding mentally and emotionally to disaster, and how children process loss when a parent or caregiver dies. CME: Take the CME Post-Test for this Episode Published On: 07/17/2025 Duration: 19 minutes, 48 seconds Joshua Feder, MD, and Mara Goverman, LCSW, have disclosed no relevant financial or other int…

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So Long, Brexanolone 12:50

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Brexanolone has quietly exited the pharmaceutical stage, and we look at what that means for its stand-in, zuranolone (Zurzuvae), in postpartum depression. CME: Take the CME Post-Test for this Episode Published On: 07/14/2025 Duration: 12 minutes, 50 seconds Chris Aiken, MD and Kellie Newsome, PMHNP have disclosed no relevant financial or other inte…

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Environmentally Induced Narcissism 11:44

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We explore the DSM-style criteria for Hubris Syndrome, a variation of narcissism that can be induced by too much power and adoration. CME: Take the CME Post-Test for this Episode Published On: 07/07/2025 Duration: 11 minutes, 44 seconds Chris Aiken, MD and Kellie Newsome, PMHNP have disclosed no relevant financial or other interests in any commerci…

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Narcissism 10:44

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Two ways to approach narcissism in therapy, and how AI can ramp up the problem. CME: Take the CME Post-Test for this Episode Published On: 06/30/2025 Duration: 10 minutes, 44 seconds Chris Aiken, MD and Kellie Newsome, PMHNP have disclosed no relevant financial or other interests in any commercial companies pertaining to this educational activity.…

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Psychopharm Secrets: Coming Off Meds 13:44

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There’s a hidden placebo response to watch for when patients stop meds on their own. CME: Take the CME Post-Test for this Episode Published On: 06/23/2025 Duration: 13 minutes, 43 seconds Chris Aiken, MD and Kellie Newsome, PMHNP have disclosed no relevant financial or other interests in any commercial companies pertaining to this educational activ…

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Psychopharm Secrets: Starting Meds 13:22

6M ago13:22

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We look at a hidden placebo effect that can confuse the picture when starting a medication. CME: Take the CME Post-Test for this Episode Published On: 06/16/2025 Duration: 13 minutes, 22 seconds Chris Aiken, MD and Kellie Newsome, PMHNP have disclosed no relevant financial or other interests in any commercial companies pertaining to this educationa…

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AI in Practice 18:49

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Artificial Intelligence is full of medical information. Here’s how to use it wisely. CME: Take the CME Post-Test for this Episode Published On: 06/09/2025 Duration: 18 minutes, 48 seconds Chris Aiken, MD and Kellie Newsome, PMHNP have disclosed no relevant financial or other interests in any commercial companies pertaining to this educational activ…

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Teen Substance Use: Choosing the Right Care 20:08

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A teen is using substances—how do you decide what kind of treatment makes sense? Outpatient therapy? A more structured program? We’re breaking it down. CME: Take the CME Post-Test for this Episode Published On: 06/02/2025 Duration: 20 minutes, 08 seconds Joshua Feder, MD, and Mara Goverman, LCSW, have disclosed no relevant financial or other intere…

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Empowering Decision-Making in Developmental Disabilities 13:06

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Imagine turning 18 and suddenly being responsible for every major life decision. Yikes. That includes medical, financial, and personal, without guidance. For many young adults with developmental disabilities, these transitions can be overwhelming. How can clinicians and families provide the right level of support while respecting autonomy or at lea…

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Expanding Access to OCD Treatment 11:23

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Many families struggle to find OCD treatment for their children. Specialty-trained therapists are limited, and wait lists are usually long. Online therapy is an option, but how well does it work? Today, we discuss a study that examines online cognitive behavioral therapy with exposure and response prevention for kids with OCD. CME: Take the CME Pos…

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Preschoolers and Stimulants: When Is Medication the Right Call for ADHD? 14:36

6M ago14:36

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Today, we’re tackling a big question: How young is too young to treat children with medication for ADHD? CME: Take the CME Post-Test for this Episode Published On: 05/12/2025 Duration: 14 minutes, 36 seconds Joshua Feder, MD, and Mara Goverman, LCSW, have disclosed no relevant financial or other interests in any commercial companies pertaining to t…

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Should You Test MTHFR? 18:53

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MTHFR is a genetic test that aims to clarify who will respond to methylfolate in depression. But is it worth testing for? CME: Take the CME Post-Test for this Episode Published On: 05/05/2025 Duration: 18 minutes, 52 seconds Chris Aiken, MD, Victor Hoffbrand, DM, DSc, and Kellie Newsome, PMHNP have disclosed no relevant financial or other interests…

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Folate and Depression 8:30

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We learn how psychiatrists figured out that low folate causes depression, and how the vitamin can treat depression even when serum levels are normal. CME: Take the CME Post-Test for this Episode Published On: 04/28/2025 Duration: 08 minutes, 29 seconds Chris Aiken, MD, Victor Hoffbrand, DM, DSc, and Kellie Newsome, PMHNP have disclosed no relevant …

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Folate, Valproate, and Lamotrigine 16:40

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We interview Victor Hoffbrand on the discovery of folate and look at how this vitamin can help or harm the action of anticonvulsants in bipolar disorder. CME: Take the CME Post-Test for this Episode Published On: 04/21/2025 Duration: 16 minutes, 40 seconds Chris Aiken, MD, Victor Hoffbrand, DM, DSc, and Kellie Newsome, PMHNP have disclosed no relev…

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A Scam for Every Woman, Child, and Man: Part 2 11:27

8M ago11:27

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1 in 3 Americans were victims of online scams in the past year. Even when you know your patient is being scammed, it is hard to pull them out. We speak with Cathy Wilson about the therapeutic techniques to break psychological trap. CME: Take the CME Post-Test for this Episode Published On: 04/14/2025 Duration: 11 minutes, 27 seconds Chris Aiken, MD…

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A Scam for Every Woman, Child, and Man: Part 1 13:14

7M ago13:14

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1 in 3 Americans were victims of online scams in the past year. Learn the signs, and the psychological traps that can make people lose everything. How to help patients build fulfilling lives even in the face of unremitted illness. CME: Take the CME Post-Test for this Episode Published On: 04/07/2025 Duration: 13 minutes, 13 seconds Chris Aiken, MD,…

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Hidden Dangers: The Fentanyl Crisis and Teen Overdose Prevention 15:41

7M ago15:41

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The Fentanyl overdose crisis is now one of the leading causes of death among adolescents, and it is happening in every corner of the country. Stay with us as we talk about the state of the crisis and the steps we can take to save lives. CME: Take the CME Post-Test for this Episode Published On: 03/31/2025 Duration: 15 minutes, 41 seconds Joshua Fed…

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Navigating the Digital Generation: Social Media & Mental Health 12:58

8M ago12:58

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In today's podcast, we explore the connection between social media, mental health, and today's youth. CME: Take the CME Post-Test for this Episode Published On: 03/24/2025 Duration: 12 minutes, 58 seconds Joshua Feder, MD, and Mara Goverman, LCSW, have disclosed no relevant financial or other interests in any commercial companies pertaining to this…

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Flourishing with Mental Illness 15:19

8M ago15:19

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How to help patients build fulfilling lives even in the face of unremitted illness. CME: Take the CME Post-Test for this Episode Published On: 03/17/2025 Duration: 15 minutes, 19 seconds Chris Aiken, MD, Margaret Chislom, MD, and Kellie Newsome, PMHNP have disclosed no relevant financial or other interests in any commercial companies pertaining to …

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TIMING: Postpartum Depression 16:32

9M ago16:32

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How post is postpartum? And how fast do you need to intervene? CME: Take the CME Post-Test for this Episode Published On: 03/10/2025 Duration: 16 minutes, 31 seconds Chris Aiken, MD and Kellie Newsome, PMHNP have disclosed no relevant financial or other interests in any commercial companies pertaining to this educational activity.…

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TIMING: Weight Gain and Panic 12:50

9M ago12:50

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We look at the ideal times to intervene for antipsychotic weight gain and panic attacks. CME: Take the CME Post-Test for this Episode Published On: 03/03/2025 Duration: 12 minutes, 50 seconds Chris Aiken, MD and Kellie Newsome, PMHNP have disclosed no relevant financial or other interests in any commercial companies pertaining to this educational a…

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TIMING: Clozapine’s Sweet Spot 11:53

9M ago11:53

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Sometimes we have a window of opportunity to make a difference. In this series we discuss time-frames where panic, clozapine, and metformin have the greatest benefits. CME: Take the CME Post-Test for this Episode Published On: 02/24/2025 Duration: 11 minutes, 53 seconds Chris Aiken, MD and Kellie Newsome, PMHNP have disclosed no relevant financial …

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TIMING: When Lithium Comes First 19:29

9M ago19:29

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Sometimes we have a window of opportunity to make a difference. In this series we discuss time-frames where lithium, clozapine, and metformin have the greatest benefits. CME: Take the CME Post-Test for this Episode Published On: 02/17/2025 Duration: 19 minutes, 28 seconds Chris Aiken, MD and Kellie Newsome, PMHNP have disclosed no relevant financia…

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TIMING: A Better Bipolar Diagnosis 17:24

10M ago17:24

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Sometimes we have a window of opportunity to make a difference. Here, we discuss time-frames where lithium, clozapine, and metformin have the greatest benefits. CME: Take the CME Post-Test for this Episode Published On: 02/10/2025 Duration: 17 minutes, 23 seconds Chris Aiken, MD and Kellie Newsome, PMHNP have disclosed no relevant financial or othe…

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Meaning and the Patient’s Story 16:42

10M ago16:42

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Learn how your patient’s life story can unlock psychotherapeutic avenues of treatment on our interview with Margaret Chisolm. CME: Take the CME Post-Test for this Episode Published On: 02/03/2025 Duration: 16 minutes, 41 seconds Chris Aiken, MD, Margaret Chisolm, MD, and Kellie Newsome, PMHNP have disclosed no relevant financial or other interests …

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Temperament and Diagnosis 18:12

10M ago18:12

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Learn how an understanding of patient’s temperament and the meaning of their life story can unlock psychotherapeutic avenues of treatment on our interview with Margaret Chisolm. CME: Take the CME Post-Test for this Episode Published On: 01/27/2025 Duration: 18 minutes, 12 seconds Chris Aiken, MD, Margaret Chisolm, MD, and Kellie Newsome, PMHNP have…

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The Missing Perspectives in DSM 22:23

10M ago22:23

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Margaret Chisolm shares the Perspectives model, a way of assessing patients that builds on the DSM takes the famous manual a few steps further. CME: Take the CME Post-Test for this Episode Published On: 01/20/2025 Duration: 22 minutes, 23 seconds Chris Aiken, MD, Margaret Chisolm, MD, and Kellie Newsome, PMHNP have disclosed no relevant financial o…

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Psychopharm Secrets: Side Effects 7:41

11M ago7:41

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Depression and cognitive impairment on benzos, tardive dyskinesia, anticholinergics, and neurotoxicity from high dose stimulants. These are the side effects that patients aren’t likely to notice until it’s too late. CME: Take the CME Post-Test for this Episode Published On: 01/13/2025 Duration: 07 minutes, 41 seconds Chris Aiken and Kellie Newsome,…