Opinion|Videos|October 23, 2024 (Updated: October 16, 2024)
From Neuroplasticity to Patient Conversations: Managing Affective Disorders Effectively
Experts in affective disorders discuss the pathophysiology, genetic components, and neurocircuitry involved in these conditions. They delve into treatment nomenclature and patient conversations, focusing on how to target specific brain areas, assess responses, and manage treatments to improve quality of life and hedonic tone
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