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Psychopharmacology and Psychiatry Updates

Aug 30, 2023

In this episode, we delve into a new horizon in the management of acute agitation. We discuss dexmedetomidine, a drug that's been around since 1999, recently reformulated into a sublingual film and FDA approved for treating agitation associated with schizophrenia or bipolar I or II disorder. We explore the results from...


Aug 25, 2023

In this episode, we dive into rapid eye movement sleep behavior disorder (RBD). Did you know that RBD's prevalence is on par with schizophrenia in middle-aged and older adults? Tune in as we explore the prevalence, assessment, and management of RBD, a condition that is not only a sleep disorder but a potential harbinger...


Aug 20, 2023

In this episode, we dive deep into the effects of ADHD medication on anxiety and depressive symptoms in children and adolescents. Can these medications significantly exacerbate symptoms of anxiety or depression? Or do these symptoms arise more from the underlying condition of ADHD? We will delve into these critical...


Aug 15, 2023

In this episode, we delve deep into the diagnostic mysteries of RBD, the need for video polysomnography, and the mechanisms leading to RBD. Whether you are a veteran or new to the field, this episode promises to deepen your understanding of RBD.

Faculty: Carlos Schenck, M.D.
Host: Richard Seeber, M.D.


Aug 10, 2023

Are we missing a vital piece in the schizophrenia treatment puzzle? In this episode, we explore the intriguing and controversial role of N-acetylcysteine (NAC) in schizophrenia. We dive deep into the evidence, the theories, and the ongoing debates about this seemingly simple over-the-counter supplement. Could NAC be the...