Psychopharmacology

Learn more about how serum drug levels enhance psychiatric treatment by providing critical insights into medication efficacy and patient outcomes.

How can we teach psychopharmacology in a way that engages today's digital-native psychiatry residents and enhances real-world application?

GLP-1 receptor agonists emerge as potential game-changers in psychiatric treatment, targeting mental disorders and improving cognitive function.

Roger S. McIntyre, MD, FRCPC, shares the backstory and pharmacology of incretins to better understand the role of GLP-1 RAs in psychiatry.

Sara Robinson, DNP, RN, PMHNP-BC, provides insight on considerations surrounding prescribing psychiatric medications for perinatal patients.

Rebecca Barbee, PA-C, shares tips on addressing the heat wave and its implications when talking with patients.

Learn more about how to best assess and treat tardive dyskinesia.

Now more than ever, capturing and scaling the ingredients that make for compelling and impactful teaching for trainees is vital to our future.

The RECOVER open label trial demonstrated positive results for brilaroxazine for schizophrenia.

Recent research reveals dopamine partial agonists significantly reduce somnolence in major depressive disorder and schizophrenia compared with D2 receptor antagonists.

In this CME article, learn more about the essential role of MAOIs in treating resistant depression and anxiety.

Phillip R. Muskin, MD, discusses the complexities of prescribing antipsychotics, emphasizing patient collaboration and the importance of evaluating treatment strategies.

Dr Goldberg and Dr Anita share previews of the upcoming ASCP Annual Meeting in Scottsdale, Arizona.

Take a look at innovative GSK-3β inhibitors to enhance efficacy and reduce adverse effects seen in lithium with Jonathan M. Meyer, MD, DLFAPA, at the 2025 APA Annual Meeting.

Discover how insulin influences mood and cognition, revealing new therapeutic possibilities for depression and bipolar disorder, in this discussion with Roger McIntyre, MD, FRCPC, at the 2025 APA Annual Meeting.

Antipsychotic plasma levels play a critical role of in treatment decisions. Learn more in this conversation from the 2025 APA Annual Meeting.

Although there are topics in psychiatry that not exciting, Dr Ghaemi sees plenty of opportunities.

Poster presented at the APA Annual Meeting finds zuranolone effective for anhedonia associated with PPD.

Promising results from a phase 2 study of CPL'36, a novel PDE10A inhibitor, for acute schizophrenia exacerbation was presented at the APA annual meeting.

Research reveals that IV haloperidol and ziprasidone are safe for treating delirium in patients that are critically ill, showing minimal impact on QTc intervals.

In response to the threats associated with "DIY psychiatry," experts call for a renewed focus on collaboration and shared decision-making.

Deprescribing: a critical practice in medicine, emphasizing thoughtful medication management and patient-centered care for optimal health outcomes.

Transneural Therapeutics launches innovative neuroplastogens to revolutionize treatment for neuropsychiatric diseases, promising safer, effective alternatives to psychedelics.

New research reveals that discontinuing long-term benzodiazepine therapy may increase risks of mortality and other adverse outcomes, challenging common assumptions.

How can psychiatric professionals and pharmacists best work together to improve patient care? One pharmacist shares his thoughts.