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Improving Mental Health Care… Together
PsychU is a free community and online resource library for mental health. Our members share one simple belief: enhanced information, increased collaboration, and ongoing discussion will lead to improved mental health care and patient outcomes for individuals with mental illness.
The Effects Of Racism On The Mental Healthcare Community
[WEBINAR] July 21, 2022 | 12pm ET – Learn about barriers that healthcare professionals experience, including Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) and other marginalized groups; As well as strategies that health care & research communities are implementing to address some of these challenges.
Digital Health Tools: Combating Stigma & Healthcare Disparities
[WEBINAR] July 28, 2022 | 12pm ET – Have you ever wondered how digital health technology could combat healthcare disparities? If so, hear an overview of stigma and healthcare disparities in mental health treatment, and then discuss digital tools used in the treatment of mental illness. Finally, explore how digital health technology could combat healthcare disparities.
PsychU 2022 Annual Theme
Opportunities in Mental Health
This year, opportunities in mental health focuses on the positive changes that can come about as mental health care continues to evolve post-pandemic. Join in the dialogue as the industry seizes new opportunities in mental health. #JoinTheConversation this year as #PsychU focuses in on Opportunities in Mental Health with our campaign Innovative. Empowered. Integrated.
Featured Resources
Hot Topics: Clinical Questions In Bipolar Disorder (Part 5)
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Culturally-Sensitive Assessments Of Trauma
VideoJuly 1, 2022May is National Trauma Awareness Month and culturally-sensitive assessments of trauma is essential in providing proper support, validation and culturally… -
Agitation Flyer
Downloadable ResourceJune 27, 2022Download Flyer -
Disaster Psychiatry During Times Of Uncertainty: Perspectives From Drs. Joseph Goldberg & Richard Weisler
InterviewJune 22, 2022Interview with Dr. Joseph Goldberg and Dr. Richard Weisler to discuss mental health during times of political unrest in light…
Hot Topics: Clinical Questions In Bipolar Disorder (Part 5)
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California, Georgia, Indiana, New Jersey, Oklahoma & Virginia Saw Increase In Adolescent Suicides During COVID-19
ArticleJune 6, 2022Statistically significant increases in the number of adolescent deaths due to suicide during coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) occurred in California,… -
Mental Health Crisis Infographic
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Peer Support – The Next Generation
ArticleMay 2, 2022There are a number of new developments in the use of peer services spurring provider organization innovations. California is establishing…View COVID-19 Resource Library
Georgia Enacts Bill To Enforce Mental Health Parity
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HHS Mental Health Strategy Calls For Transforming Health & Social Services To Support Equitable & Holistic Care
ArticleApril 4, 2022On March 1, 2022, President Biden and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced a new national… -
The 12 Steps To Inclusivity In Mental Health Services Infographic
Downloadable ResourceJanuary 18, 2022Learn more about the aspects of inclusivity in mental health services by downloading this infographic that was based on “The… -
Getting Social Determinants Of Health Services Covered Under Medicaid & Chip
Downloadable ResourceOctober 29, 2021There are many resources available under Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) that can help providers address SDOH….View This Month's Spotlight
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California, Georgia, Indiana, New Jersey, Oklahoma & Virginia Saw Increase In Adolescent Suicides During COVID-19
ArticleJune 6, 2022Statistically significant increases in the number of adolescent deaths due to suicide during coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) occurred in California,… -
Mental Health Crisis Infographic
Downloadable ResourceMay 19, 2022Download Infographic -
Care Management Does Not Reduce Risk Of Self-Harm For Suicidal Ideation
ArticleMay 9, 2022Among adult outpatients with frequent suicidal ideation, offering care management to provide outreach and systematic suicide assessment did not significantly…View Resource Library
Hot Topics: Clinical Questions In Bipolar Disorder (Part 5)
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People With Dementia & Depression May Benefit From CBT
ArticleJune 27, 2022Cognitive behavioral therapies (CBT) to treat depression added to usual care for people with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) or dementia… -
Disaster Psychiatry During Times Of Uncertainty: Perspectives From Drs. Joseph Goldberg & Richard Weisler
InterviewJune 22, 2022Interview with Dr. Joseph Goldberg and Dr. Richard Weisler to discuss mental health during times of political unrest in light… -
Mental Health Challenges In Rural Populations
Downloadable ResourceJune 20, 2022Download ResourceView The Major Depressive Disorder Library
Hot Topics: Clinical Questions In Bipolar Disorder (Part 5)
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Hot Topics: Clinical Questions In Bipolar Disorder (Part 4)
InterviewJune 6, 2022Drs. Mauricio Tohen and Joseph Goldberg will address current and relevant clinical questions relating to bipolar disorder. These questions and… -
Chronic Health Care Better For People With SMI In Primary Care Medical Homes With Integrated Psychiatric Care
ArticleMay 16, 2022Among people with serious mental illness (SMI), those who received care through a specialized primary care medical home (PCMH) received… -
Hot Topics: Clinical Questions In Bipolar Disorder (Part 3)
InterviewMay 16, 2022Drs. Mauricio Tohen and Joseph Goldberg will address current and relevant clinical questions relating to bipolar disorder. These questions and…View The Bipolar Library
Prescribing Patterns For All Types Of Psychotropic Medications For Consumers With Schizophrenia Varied Across States
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Hot Topics: Clinical Questions In Schizophrenia (Part 3)
InterviewJune 15, 2022Dr. Christoph U. Correll will address current and relevant clinical questions relating to schizophrenia. These questions and Dr. Correll’s responses… -
Finding The Right Combination For Managing Serious Mental Illnesses
ArticleMay 30, 2022Earlier this year, Centene’s Chief Operating Officer of Behavioral Health, Indira Pahari, discussed how 10% of their population uses 70%… -
Re-Imagining The Dopamine Hypothesis Of Schizophrenia: How Can We Find A Balance?
On-Demand WebinarMay 24, 2022The dopamine hypothesis of schizophrenia has been foundational in elucidating the benefit of dopamine-blocking actions of antipsychotic medications over the…View The Schizophrenia Library
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Hot Topics: Clinical Questions In Bipolar Disorder (Part 5)
Interview July 4, 2022Drs. Mauricio Tohen and Joseph Goldberg will address current and relevant clinical questions relating to bipolar disorder. These questions and Dr. Tohen’s and Dr. Goldberg’s responses will be recorded and released as short videos every month. Mauricio Tohen, MD, DrPH, MBA is a paid consultant of Otsuka Pharmaceutical Development…
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Culturally-Sensitive Assessments Of Trauma
Video July 1, 2022May is National Trauma Awareness Month and culturally-sensitive assessments of trauma is essential in providing proper support, validation and culturally informed care. In this recording, Dr. Sierra Carter discusses trauma as a chronic stressor to be inclusive of racism-related trauma and share her insights on assessments of trauma exposure. Featuring:…
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Racial & Ethnic Diversity In Clinical Trials Infographic
Downloadable Resource June 30, 2022Download Infographic
Hot Topics: Clinical Questions In Bipolar Disorder (Part 5)
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“Lighting Your Way”: A Digital Tool For Caregivers Of Loved Ones With The Behavioral Symptoms Of Dementia
InterviewJune 16, 2022John Schall, Chief Executive Officer of Caregiver Action Network, chats with Dennis Sholler about “Lighting Your Way,” a new digital… -
CMS Sets New Reimbursement Code For FDA-Approved Prescription Digital Behavioral Therapeutics
ArticleMay 30, 2022On April 1, 2022, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) went live with a new reimbursement code for… -
The Tech For Success With “Whole Person” Care
ArticleMay 9, 2022Many payers and many health plans are finally embracing ‘whole person’ approaches to care and looking for integrated models for…View The Technology Library
Culturally-Sensitive Assessments Of Trauma
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Racial & Ethnic Diversity In Clinical Trials Infographic
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Recognizing the Inner Voice: Breaking the LGBTQIA+ Conversation Barrier
On-Demand WebinarJune 1, 2022The month of June is Pride Month and throughout the world the LGBTQIA+ communities come together to celebrate sexual and… -
New Florida Law Exempts Antipsychotics From Medicaid Step Therapy
ArticleMay 23, 2022On April 6, 2022, Florida enacted a bill to exempt Medicaid beneficiaries diagnosed with schizophrenia from step-therapy authorizations for antipsychotic…View The Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Library
Hot Topics: Clinical Questions In Bipolar Disorder (Part 5)
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Michigan Expands Medicaid Behavioral Health Home Initiative To Five New Counties
ArticleJune 27, 2022On May 1, 2022, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) expanded its Medicaid Behavioral Health Home (BHH)… -
Care For The Incarcerated – Better Or Worse?
ArticleJune 27, 2022There are almost two million individuals who are incarcerated in U.S. federal, state, and local jails and prisons. This makes… -
People With Dementia & Depression May Benefit From CBT
ArticleJune 27, 2022Cognitive behavioral therapies (CBT) to treat depression added to usual care for people with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) or dementia…View The Care Coordination Library
Hamilton Anxiety Rating Scale (HAM-A)
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Focus On Primary Care: Bipolar Disorder Update For Primary Care – The Rapid Mood Screener
InterviewMay 1, 2021May 2021 – Bipolar Disorder Update for Primary Care – the Rapid Mood Screener Roland Larkin, PhD, MBA interviews PsychU’s… -
The Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS)
Downloadable ResourceMarch 2, 2021Studies show that postpartum depression (PPD) affects at least 10 percent of women and that many depressed mothers do not… -
Tracking Pathophysiological Processes In Alzheimer’s Disease: An Updated Hypothetical Model Of Dynamic Biomarkers
ArticleNovember 23, 2020Key Messages Temporal and sequential pattern of Alzheimer’s disease (AD) biomarkers presents a framework for in-vivo staging of disease progression….View The Psychiatric Scales Collection
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State Of The Union: A Critical Look At The Policy & Legislation Impacting U.S. Behavioral Health Care
On-Demand WebinarDecember 13, 2018Changes in delivery and reimbursement for mental health services were abundant in 2018, spurred by a combination of state and… -
Tackling Behavioral Health Provider Shortages: Health Plan Strategies From Access To Engagement
On-Demand WebinarNovember 7, 2018Given the growing demand and shrinking availability of clinical professionals – both psychiatrists and allied health providers such as social workers… -
Where Can I Find Help For My Mental Health Condition?
Downloadable ResourceSeptember 19, 2018This resource provides a list of national organizations that support consumers with mental health conditions by providing resources, services, and…View Frameworks in Health & Quality Page
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Request a free educational program for your organization or region today! These customizable PsychU presentations are available both online and in-person, and cover a range of topics including: schizophrenia, major depressive disorder, bipolar disorder, care coordination, quality standards, and more.
Top Requested Presentations
The Neuropsychiatric Inventory: Development & Applications
Diagnostic & Statistical Manual Of Mental Disorders–Fifth Edition (DSM-5): Key Updates VS DSM-IV-TR
Distinguishing Sedation From Efficacy In Antipsychotic Treatment
Learning Tracks
Not sure where to start on the thousands of resources in the PsychU library? PsychU has created learning tracks to give community members a resource guide! Pick a learning track, review the materials outlined, and complete the Test Your Knowledge questions to participate in a resource ‘crash-course’ on one of the topics listed below.
Our Supporting Organizations
Through the exchange of information, experience, and ideas, PsychU aims to shift the current trajectory of mental health care and improve the future outlook for individuals with mental illnesses. The following organizations share this vision, and stand alongside PsychU as contributing partners and supporters.
