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Psychopharmacology and Psychiatry Updates

Oct 28, 2025

In this episode, we explore a provocative argument for reconsidering disulfiram as a first-line treatment for alcohol use disorder. Could this decades-old medication, often dismissed as outdated and dangerous, actually be more effective than newer alternatives when used in appropriately selected patients?

Faculty: David...


Oct 23, 2025

In this episode, we explore the complex pharmacological management of mixed mania, a challenging bipolar presentation affecting up to 40% of manic episodes. Why do traditional mood stabilizers like lithium fall short, and which second-generation antipsychotics emerge as first-line treatments for this dual-symptom...


Oct 18, 2025

In this episode, we explore psychedelic-assisted therapy in clinical practice, examining how these treatments differ fundamentally from traditional pharmacotherapy. Can psychiatrists reconcile mystical experiences with evidence-based medicine while navigating the complex therapeutic paradigm of preparation,...


Oct 13, 2025

In this episode, we explore groundbreaking research revealing that lower doses of lurasidone (40-60mg) may be more effective for bipolar depression than higher doses. Could we be over-medicating our patients when the sweet spot for both efficacy and tolerability lies in this unexpected lower range?

Faculty: Kristin Raj,...


Oct 8, 2025

In this episode, we explore a compelling comparison between olanzapine and risperidone for managing behavioral symptoms in dementia patients. Are the delusions we see in Alzheimer's disease actually true delusions, or something entirely different that requires a new treatment approach?

Faculty: Scott Beach, M.D.
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