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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.
Re-Imagining The Dopamine Hypothesis Of Schizophrenia
[WEBINAR] May 24, 2022 | 12pm ET – The dopamine hypothesis of schizophrenia has been foundational in elucidating the benefit of dopamine-blocking actions of antipsychotic medications over the past 60 years. Hear from two experts in the field of schizophrenia, who will speak to opportunities and challenges of currently available antipsychotics with a glimpse of the future.
What’s New, Going Away, & Here To Stay: A Look Forward…
[WEBINAR] May 31, 2022 | 12pm ET – Join OPEN MINDS and Otsuka in a conversation about the impacts and the future of behavioral health. Hear results from the 2021 payer survey & explore how much the learnings from those are playing out today. Finally, the speakers will predict the future for 2022 and 2023 while seeking discussion with the audience.
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
May Mental Health Awareness Month: An Interview With Salvatore Savatta, MD
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May Mental Health Awareness Month: An Interview With John Budin, MD
InterviewMay 23, 2022May has been recognized and celebrated as Mental Health Awareness month within the United States since 1949. During the month of… -
Mental Health Crisis Infographic
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Mental Health America (MHA) Mental Health Month 2022 Toolkit
Downloadable ResourceMay 5, 2022Since 1949, Mental Health America (MHA) and their affiliates across the country have observed May is Mental Health Month by…
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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… -
Staff Shortages & Professional Burnout Are Key Impediments To Quality Health Care In 2022
ArticleMay 2, 2022Health care staffing shortages and the mental health of health care workers are key impediments to quality health care in… -
The Largest Share Of Telehealth Visits During COVID-19 Were For Behavioral Health Issues
ArticleApril 11, 2022Between March 1, 2020 and November 30, 2021, telehealth visits for behavioral health diagnoses accounted for about 57.9% of all…View COVID-19 Resource Library
May Mental Health Awareness Month: An Interview With Reza Moghadam, PharmD, MBA, Executive Director, Head Of Field Medical Affairs
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Call To Action: The Need For Stigma Awareness In Healthcare Professional Education
On-Demand WebinarMarch 9, 2022Recognizing the need for awareness of mental health stigma in healthcare professional education programs can be challenging. In this webinar,… -
Depression Stigma Drops For First Time In U.S.
ArticleFebruary 7, 2022A recent survey found the first evidence of significant decreases in public stigma toward depression in the U.S. Between 1996… -
The Role Of The Pharmacist In Managing Patients With Opioid Use Disorders (OUD): Focus On Stigma
InterviewDecember 10, 2021In this interview, Bethany DiPaula, PharmD, BCPP, FASHP addresses the issue of stigmatization of patients with OUD, steps pharmacists can…View This Month's Spotlight
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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… -
May Mental Health Awareness Month: An Interview With Christine Yu Moutier, MD.
InterviewMay 2, 2022May has been recognized and celebrated as Mental Health Awareness month within the United States since 1949. During the month… -
Planning For 988
ArticleMay 2, 2022Widespread concerns about suicide led to the passage of the National Suicide Hotline Designation Act in 2020, which will make…View Resource Library
Depression – Increasing Prevalence, New Science
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Acquiring A Medical Marijuana Card Linked To Development Of Cannabis Use Disorder Within 12 Weeks
ArticleMay 16, 2022About 17% of adults ages 18 to 65 diagnosed with insomnia, pain, or anxiety who obtained medical marijuana cards immediately… -
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… -
May Mental Health Awareness Month: An Interview With Jonathan Singer, PhD
InterviewMay 16, 2022May has been recognized and celebrated as Mental Health Awareness month within the United States since 1949. During the month…View The Major Depressive Disorder Library
Depression – Increasing Prevalence, New Science
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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… -
May Mental Health Awareness Month: An Interview With Michael Townsend
InterviewMay 9, 2022May has been recognized and celebrated as Mental Health Awareness month within the United States since 1949. During the month…View The Bipolar Library
New Florida Law Exempts Antipsychotics From Medicaid Step Therapy
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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… -
May Mental Health Awareness Month: An Interview With Michael Townsend
InterviewMay 9, 2022May has been recognized and celebrated as Mental Health Awareness month within the United States since 1949. During the month… -
Hot Topics: Clinical Questions In Schizophrenia (Part 2)
InterviewApril 15, 2022Dr. Christoph U. Correll will address current and relevant clinical questions relating to schizophrenia. These questions and Dr. Correll’s responses…View The Schizophrenia Library
Popular Posts
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New Florida Law Exempts Antipsychotics From Medicaid Step Therapy
Article May 23, 2022On April 6, 2022, Florida enacted a bill to exempt Medicaid beneficiaries diagnosed with schizophrenia from step-therapy authorizations for antipsychotic medications. Under the new law, the beneficiary can be exempted if the physician documents medical necessity for a specific antipsychotic medication. The law is due to Florida Senate Bill (SB)…
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Depression – Increasing Prevalence, New Science
Article May 23, 2022Depression is no small matter in the United States. Approximately one in six Americans are on psychiatric medication (many of them antidepressants), including more than a quarter of those as long-term users. And the prevalence of depression took a big upswing during the pandemic with 24.0% of people worldwide experiencing…
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May Mental Health Awareness Month: An Interview With John Budin, MD
Interview May 23, 2022May has been recognized and celebrated as Mental Health Awareness month within the United States since 1949. During the month of May, efforts are made to reach millions across the nation through media, local events, screenings, and other various platforms to raise awareness on the importance of mental health to our…
The Tech For Success With “Whole Person” Care
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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… -
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… -
AMA Recommends Using Telehealth & Digital Tools To Accelerate Behavioral Health Integration
ArticleMay 2, 2022To accelerate behavioral health integration (BHI) in provider organizations, the American Medical Association (AMA) recommended the use of virtual care…View The Technology Library
The Definition Of Insanity: Behind The Scenes With Judge Leifman
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Impact Of Trauma On Women With Children
InterviewMay 8, 2022Pregnant women from marginalized communities are at high risk for problematic birth experiences due to historical trauma and exposure to… -
Staff Shortages & Professional Burnout Are Key Impediments To Quality Health Care In 2022
ArticleMay 2, 2022Health care staffing shortages and the mental health of health care workers are key impediments to quality health care in… -
Having The Snooze Blues? State Of The Science On Sleep In Mood Disorders
On-Demand WebinarMarch 23, 2022Sleep disturbance is a predominant symptom associated with depression, impacting ~75% of those diagnosed with depression. Insomnia, hypersomnia, and obstructive…View The Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Library
Depression – Increasing Prevalence, New Science
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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… -
16% Of Community Mental Health Centers Use Measurement-Based Care, Despite Knowledge Of Value
ArticleMay 23, 2022As of October 2021, 83% of community mental health center (CMHC) executives said that “their organization is familiar with the… -
Acquiring A Medical Marijuana Card Linked To Development Of Cannabis Use Disorder Within 12 Weeks
ArticleMay 16, 2022About 17% of adults ages 18 to 65 diagnosed with insomnia, pain, or anxiety who obtained medical marijuana cards immediately…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.
