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Featured Resources
The 12 Steps To Inclusivity In Mental Health Services (Part II)
Interview October 11, 2021
From the 2019 Pew Research Center survey of over 25 countries on people view of diversity in their country, most people around the world believe their country has become more diverse in the past two decades.1 As countries becoming more diverse, inclusivity is undeniably important in health care. In this…
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The 12 Steps to Inclusivity In Mental Health Services (Part I)
InterviewOctober 4, 2021From the 2019 Pew Research Center survey of over 25 countries on people view of diversity in their country, most… -
Let’s Talk About Inclusive Healthcare For The LGBTQIA+ Community
Downloadable ResourceOctober 1, 2021Join PsychU to celebrate and raise awareness of LGBT History Month in October! With 4.5-12% of the US adults identify… -
Decriminalizing Mental Illness
InterviewSeptember 30, 2021U.S. correctional institutions, local courts, and police officers frequently encounter people with untreated mental health disorders. Once incarcerated, individuals with… -
Psychedelics For The Treatment Of Depression: Focus On 5-HT2A
InterviewSeptember 21, 2021Dr. Dennis Sholler discusses the topic of psychedelics for the treatment of depression. Dr. Sholler describes the prevalence and burden…
During 2020, Overweight & Obesity Among Children Ages 5 Through 17 Rose To Over 40%
Article September 27, 2021
Between March 2020 and January 2021, the incidence of overweight and obesity among children ages 5 to 17 rose to over 40%. The increase was particularly pronounced among younger children, with a relative increase of almost 24%. Among children ages 5 to 11 years, the incidence of overweight and obesity…
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Children & Adolescents Experiencing Double The Rate Of Depression & Anxiety Due To COVID-19
ArticleSeptember 20, 2021During 2020, about 25.2% of youth globally experienced clinically elevated depression symptoms and 20.5% experienced anxiety. These rates are double… -
Managing Long Haul Burnout
ArticleSeptember 13, 2021In the midst of the current wave of COVID cases from the delta variant, there are many questions. Will the… -
Impact Of COVID-19 On The Mental Health Of Children: An Update
InterviewAugust 30, 2021Globally, we have been experiencing significant challenges as a result of the COVID pandemic across nearly all domains of life. …View COVID-19 Resource Library
Children & Adolescents Experiencing Double The Rate Of Depression & Anxiety Due To COVID-19
Article September 20, 2021
During 2020, about 25.2% of youth globally experienced clinically elevated depression symptoms and 20.5% experienced anxiety. These rates are double the estimates developed prior to the start of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, in which about 12.9% of youth experienced depression, and 11.6% experienced anxiety. These increases may have been…
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Behavioral Health Telehealth Visits Increased 6,500% During The COVID-19 Public Health Emergency; Total Claims Up Slightly
ArticleAugust 30, 2021Claims for behavioral health evaluation and management (E&M) telehealth visits increased by 6,500% from January 2020 to February 2021 in… -
Tired, Takeaways, & Transformation: The Impacts Of The COVID-19 Pandemic & Shifts In National Health Policy
On-Demand WebinarJuly 28, 2021The COVID-19 pandemic significantly impacted the mental health and well-being of many Americans. Studies have shown that nearly half of… -
Depression & Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA) With A Special Guest, Hannah Zeller, MSW
PodcastMay 26, 2021Listen to Amica Simmons-Yon, PharmD, PhD and Jacquelyn Canning, PharmD, BCPP as they spill the tea about this week’s hot…View This Month's Spotlight
Suicide Awareness & Prevention Infographic
Downloadable Resource September 23, 2021
If you or someone you know is in crisis, please contact the Suicide Prevention Hotline / Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255),or text the Crisis Text Line at 741-741 Download Resource
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Suicide & Black Americans: Statistics, Faith, & Contextual Competence
On-Demand WebinarSeptember 10, 2021September is National Suicide Prevention Month, with September 10th being World Suicide Prevention Day, and PsychU will be joining the… -
Suicide Awareness & Prevention: Pearl For Practice
VideoSeptember 3, 2021September is National Suicide Awareness and Prevention Month. Suicide is currently the second leading cause of death in young adults… -
NAMI: It’s Okay to Talk About Suicide
Downloadable ResourceSeptember 1, 2021In this fact sheet “It’s Okay to Talk About SUICIDE,” created by The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), provides…View Resource Library
The Next Crisis: Major Depressive Disorder – Pharmacist’s Corner Section Advisor Interview On PsychU’s Theme For October
Interview October 1, 2021
Depression is one of the most common psychiatric illnesses affecting approximately 8% of American adults in a given year. Despite the high prevalence of depression, it is often not adequately managed. In this interview, Dr. Megan Ehret, PsychU’s Pharmacist Corner Section Advisor, briefly discusses the role of the pharmacist in…
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Children & Adolescents Experiencing Double The Rate Of Depression & Anxiety Due To COVID-19
ArticleSeptember 20, 2021During 2020, about 25.2% of youth globally experienced clinically elevated depression symptoms and 20.5% experienced anxiety. These rates are double… -
Anxiety In Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) Fact Sheet
Downloadable ResourceJuly 12, 2021This infographic provides information on recognizing when anxiety becomes prominent in clinical depression and how to take steps toward getting… -
Mental Health Awareness Month 2021 Toolkit
Downloadable ResourceMay 7, 2021Mental Health America (MHA) started Mental Health Month in 1949 to communicate the importance of mental health to overall health. MHA…View The Major Depressive Disorder Library
Digital Technologies For Bipolar Disorder
Video July 22, 2021
Please join us for this discussion providing an overview of the use of digital technologies in bipolar disorder. Dr Goulding will discuss unmet needs in bipolar disorder, how digital technologies might help address these needs, and the quality and utility of available digital tools. Featuring: Evan H. Goulding, MD, PhDAssistant…
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Characterizing Mixed States & Mixed Features: Conceptual Matters In Treatment Direction
On-Demand WebinarMay 14, 2021This webinar reviews the history of mixed states and mixed features, focusing on conceptualization, phenomenology, diagnostic considerations and treatment options…. -
Webinar Summary – Mental Health Journey: Voices From Individuals With Lived Experience On Self-Disclosure, Recovery, & Hope
ArticleMay 13, 2021This summary was developed utilizing the full recorded presentation of this webinar. You can access the full sourcing, polling results,… -
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…View The Bipolar Library
PsychU Q&A: What Is The Difference Between Schizophrenia & Schizoaffective Disorder?
Article October 14, 2021
Submitted Question: What is the difference between schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder? Answer: Similarities exist in the presentation, diagnosis and treatment of schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder that may contribute to the confusion regarding key or subtle differences1,2. Both are defined as psychotic disorders in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental…
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Schizophrenia Cost The U.S. $281.6 Billion In 2020; $62 Billion In Direct Costs
ArticleSeptember 27, 2021During 2020, the costs of schizophrenia in the United States was estimated at $281.6 billion. About 22% ($62.0 billion) of… -
Long-Acting Injectable Antipsychotics Now Easier To Find Closer To Home
ArticleAugust 19, 2021During their 2021 legislative sessions, both Maryland and North Carolina enacted bills to allow pharmacists to administer long-acting injectable antipsychotics… -
63% Of People With Schizophrenia Take Medications Raising Risk Of Cognitive Impairment
ArticleJune 28, 2021About 63% of people with schizophrenia take medications with anticholinergic properties associated with cognitive impairment. Anticholinergics are substances that block…View The Schizophrenia Library
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PsychU Q&A: What Is The Difference Between Schizophrenia & Schizoaffective Disorder?
Article October 14, 2021Submitted Question: What is the difference between schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder? Answer: Similarities exist in the presentation, diagnosis and treatment of schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder that may contribute to the confusion regarding key or subtle differences1,2. Both are defined as psychotic disorders in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental…
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Youth Suicide Prevention – Jonathan Singer
Podcast October 12, 2021Listen to Amica Simmons-Yon, PharmD, PhD, Jacquelyn Canning, PharmD, BCPP, and Aneta Fornal, PharmD as they spill the tea about this week’s hot topic on the mission and insights around Youth Suicide Prevention with special guest, Jonathan Singer, PhD, LCSW. Dr. Singer is an Associate Professor in the School of…
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The 12 Steps To Inclusivity In Mental Health Services (Part II)
Interview October 11, 2021From the 2019 Pew Research Center survey of over 25 countries on people view of diversity in their country, most people around the world believe their country has become more diverse in the past two decades.1 As countries becoming more diverse, inclusivity is undeniably important in health care. In this…
Technology In Mental Health: Role Of The Treatment Team
On-Demand Webinar September 14, 2021
Digital health technology can be used in a variety of settings to increase adherence, engage patients, and measure outcomes. Many providers are adopting digital health solutions to increase their ability to provide efficient and effective care to the patients they serve. In this webinar, Dr. Dan Karlin, MD and Dr….
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What’s Next For Consumers & Therapists? Less Choice, Fewer Offices, More Tech…
ArticleAugust 30, 2021The pandemic has brought many changes that are top of mind for executive teams of health and human service organizations—new… -
Behavioral Health Telehealth Visits Increased 6,500% During The COVID-19 Public Health Emergency; Total Claims Up Slightly
ArticleAugust 30, 2021Claims for behavioral health evaluation and management (E&M) telehealth visits increased by 6,500% from January 2020 to February 2021 in… -
2021 Trends In Behavioral Health: A Reference Guide On The US Behavioral Health Financing & Delivery System, 3rd Edition
Downloadable ResourceAugust 23, 2021The Third Edition of Trends in Behavioral Health: A Reference Guide On The US Behavioral Health Financing & Delivery System…View The Technology Library
Helping Friends Understand Your Mental Health Condition
Interview April 29, 2021
This interview, developed by Depression & Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA), with Linea Johnson, highlights Ms. Johnson’s lived experience with friends who may or may not understand what you’re going through with a mood disorder. Listen To The Interview Provided by permission of the Depression & Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA). To…
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Social Cognitive Impairment Similar In Schizophrenia & Autism
ArticleApril 19, 2021Those with “schizophrenia spectrum disorders” (SSDs) and those with “autism spectrum disorder” (ASD) have similar levels of social cognitive impairment…. -
Frequent Psychiatric Hospitalization Is Highest Among Those With Schizophrenia
ArticleApril 19, 2021The odds of becoming a “high utilizer” of psychiatric hospital services are highest among those with schizophrenia, at 111% higher…. -
Perspectives On International Guidelines For Depression: Follow-Up Question & Answer Discussion With Dr. Sagar Parikh
InterviewMay 11, 2021In April, PsychU brought you our first global panel event focusing on perspectives surrounding international depression guidelines. As a follow-up…View The Care Coordination Library
The 12 Steps To Inclusivity In Mental Health Services (Part II)
Interview October 11, 2021
From the 2019 Pew Research Center survey of over 25 countries on people view of diversity in their country, most people around the world believe their country has become more diverse in the past two decades.1 As countries becoming more diverse, inclusivity is undeniably important in health care. In this…
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The 12 Steps to Inclusivity In Mental Health Services (Part I)
InterviewOctober 4, 2021From the 2019 Pew Research Center survey of over 25 countries on people view of diversity in their country, most… -
Let’s Talk About Inclusive Healthcare For The LGBTQIA+ Community
Downloadable ResourceOctober 1, 2021Join PsychU to celebrate and raise awareness of LGBT History Month in October! With 4.5-12% of the US adults identify… -
Suicide & Black Americans: Statistics, Faith, & Contextual Competence
On-Demand WebinarSeptember 10, 2021September is National Suicide Prevention Month, with September 10th being World Suicide Prevention Day, and PsychU will be joining the…View The Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Library
Hamilton Anxiety Rating Scale (HAM-A)
Downloadable Resource May 27, 2021
Administration time: 10–15 minutes Main purpose: To assess the severity of symptoms of anxiety Population Adults, adolescents and children The HAM-A was one of the first rating scales developed to measure the severity of anxiety symptoms, and is still widely used today in both clinical and research settings. The scale…
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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
The Frameworks in Health and Quality programs are born out of OPDC's dedication to provide leading insights in the diseases we treat and education about optimal management of these diseases. Each program provides a set of educational resources for payers, members of care teams, and patients and their caregivers. These resources emphasize patient wellness and educate about the disease and ways to manage it.
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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.
