Balancing the Needs of Pain Management and Addiction Medicine
The opioid overdose epidemic and resulting focus on preventing opioid abuse and diversion could threaten access to effective medications for patients with legitimate medical needs.
Highlights from Posters Presented Today
Among the numerous posters presented on the last day of the conference, the three highlighted here stood out.
New CANMAT Guidelines for Depression and Bipolar Disorder
This session focused on the latest two sets of the CANMAT guidelines for bipolar disorder and major depressvive disorder.
Non-psychotic Issues of Schizophrenic Patients
New understanding and approaches in schizophrenia are emerging and may lead to useful interventions.
When the Most Common Depression Therapies Don't Work
New Non-invasive, Non-systemic Treatment Option Gaining Momentum - NeuroStar TMS Therapy Live Expert Demonstration
New Research Session Four: Focus on Ziprasidone
Nearly 90 posters were presented during the fourth New Research Session at the APA Annual Meeting, with many focused on ziprasidone.
Therapeutic Alliance Building During the Child Psychiatric Intake
How does video teleconferencing compare to face-to-face visits in the eyes of parents of psychiatric patients?
Scientific and Clinical Report Session 15: Information Technology
Two excellent presentations focusing on the Internet and telepsychiatry made up this session.
The Train has Left the Station: National EHR Incentives & Developments
The current status and major initiatives of the national EHR movement, considerations in EHR selection, and more were discussed.
Advances in the Treatment of Bipolar Disorder
This symposium included presentations of NNT and NNH analyses of approved pharmacotherapies for various phases of bipolar disorder
Interpersonal and Social Rhythm Therapy (IPSRT) for Bipolar Disorder
This symposium presented five novel applications of IPSRT.
Early Detection and Intervention in Schizophrenia
This symposium focused on presenting the most recent results of key projects conducted to evaluate the effects of early detection/intervention strategies.
New Research Session Three: Highlights from the Poster Presentation
During the third New Research session, 73 posters were presented. Here, those that were among the best are highlighted.
New Research Session Two: Highlights from the Poster Presentations
How race, ethnicity, and culture affect bipolar disorder; dental care and L-lysine treatment in schizophrenia.
New Research Session One: Highlights from the Poster Presentations
Ten of the latest investigations into schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.
Privacy in Electronic Medical Records
The speakers explained what privacy issues arise with the use of health IT, especially in the mental health arena.
APA Recognizes the Importance of Social Media
The presenters explain how psychiatrists can benefit from blogs, Twitter, Facebook, and Wikis.
Approaches to Schizophrenia Through Phases of the Illness
Various approaches for different stages of schizophrenia and intervention adjustments based on individual needs were discussed.
Key Information for Attendees of the APA 163rd Annual Meeting
This page offers links to the full scientific program, exhibitor and exhibit hall information, and more.
APA 2010 Meeting: At-A-Glance
APA attendees will find a few perks while in New Orleans.