Psychiatry

Depression A new study discovers a dual pathway framework where antidepressants are concomitantly negatively and positively linked to alcohol use.

A study found wearable devices alerting irregular heart rhythms amplified anxiety in 1 in 5 participants with atrial fibrillation, which led people to be more likely to seek care.

A new study found claims for services of opioid treatment programs rose among Medicare beneficiaries after Medicare started covering them.

A new study found probable PTSD was prevalent among adults in the community after a mass shooting, with greater prevalence among those previously assaulted.

In this part of our 5-part series, Gus Alva, MD discusses the next steps in research for long-term effects and broader applications of MDMA-assisted therapy.

In this part of our 5-part series, Gus Alva, MD explores MDMA’s neurochemical impact and the need for ongoing research.

In this part of our 5-part series, Gus Alva, MD highlights the importance of education and overcoming skepticism about MDMA-assisted therapy.

In this part of our 5-part series, Gus Alva, MD talks about MDMA's efficacy in controlled settings and addresses misconceptions.

In this part of our 5-part series, Gus Alva, MD discusses the unmet need in PTSD treatment and the potential of MDMA-assisted therapy.

A study demonstrated a smartphone app provides comparable benefits to cognitive behavior or mindfulness-based therapy, widening the supply gap for mental health care.

A new study found a high adherence to a healthy prenatal dietary pattern was associated with a 22% reduced likelihood of an offspring autism diagnosis.

Schizophrenia experts discuss the stigma and misconceptions surrounding schizophrenia as well as current treatment options.

A study found children and young adults with cerebral palsy have more anxiety and less depression than those with a chronic condition or who are typically developed.

A study shows it is safer for nursing home residents on CYP2D6 opioids to take CYP2D6-neutral antidepressants than CYP2D6-inhibiting antidepressants.

Johnson & Johnson submits a supplemental New Drug Application to the FDA for the approval of esketamine as a monotherapy for adults with treatment-resistant depression.

A new study found individuals with depression and anxiety have a high prevalence of medical debt.

A new study confirms GLP-1RAs do not increase the risk for suicidal thoughts or behaviors, aligning with the FDA findings.

After a busy first half to 2024, a number of high-impact FDA decisions await the healthcare industry through December.

Dunlop discusses what the next steps for MDMA-assisted therapy would be if approved.

Dunlop provided his opinions on the committee’s comments regarding functional unblinding and cardiovascular implicative risks when it comes to studying MDMA.

HCPLive spoke with Joshua M. Cohen, MD, MPH, to discuss a post-hoc analysis of a phase 3 study that showed buprenorphine may be effective at reducing fentanyl use.

Family physician Scuderi shares how he helps patients manage PTSD symptoms ahead of Fourth of July fireworks.

This month in review captures the top FDA updates, including the first FDA Advisory Committee meeting to discuss the NDA for a psychedelic-assisted therapy.

FDA accepts a supplemental New Drug Application for brexpiprazole in combination with sertraline for the treatment of adults with PTSD, with a PDUFA date of February 8, 2025.

The study APEX-002-B01-02 will evaluate how APEX-52, a microdose psilocybin, can impact safe driving.