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Walking The Tight Rope: A Discussion Of Striking The Right Balance In Depression, With A Focus On Norepinephrine

Join us for a PsychU webinar with Drs. Vladimir Maletic, Craig Chepke, and Jason Carter as they discuss the potential role of norepinephrine in Major Depressive Disorder, as part of the monoaminergic theory of depression.

Despite the efficacy of first-line anti-depressant treatments in MDD, many individuals continue to experience unresolved symptoms that may impair their daily functioning and increase the healthcare burden. In fact, the STAR*D study demonstrated approximately one third of patients with MDD achieved remission following treatment with first-line antidepressants, highlighting the need to address unresolved and persistent symptoms of depression.1 Recent studies have shown that norepinephrine, a neurotransmitter which regulates concentration, energy levels, and arousal, may play a crucial role in the persistence of depression symptoms.2

Our webinar aims to provide valuable insights into the complex nature of depression and the potential role of norepinephrine in the pathophysiology of depression.

  References:
  1. Rush AJ et al. Am J Psychiatry. 2006;163:1905-1917
  2. Maletic V, et al. Front Psychiatry. 2017;8:42.

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Vladimir-Maletic

Vladimir Maletic, MD

Serves as Clinical Professor, Psychiatry/Behavioral Science, University of South Carolina School of Medicine Greenville, SC

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Vladimir Maletic, MD serves as Clinical Professor, Psychiatry/Behavioral Science, School of Medicine Greenville, SC and has been rated as Best Doctors of the America Registry and Psychiatrist of the year.  Dr. Maletic received the Upjohn Achievement Award and Student Council teaching award and faculty award for teaching achievement.  He also has received the Medical School Award for Academic Achievement.
Craig-Chepke

Craig Chepke, MD, FAPA

Board-Certified Psychiatrist, Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association, Private practice at Excel Psychiatric Associates in Huntersville, NC, Adjunct Associate Professor of Psychiatry for Atrium Health and University of North Carolina School of Medicine

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Excel Psychiatric Associates, Atrium Health, and University of North Carolina School of Medicine Dr. Chepke is a Board-Certified psychiatrist and a Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association. He has a private practice at Excel Psychiatric Associates in Huntersville, NC and serves as an Adjunct Associate Professor of Psychiatry for Atrium Health and an Adjunct Assistant Professor of Psychiatry for the University of North Carolina School of Medicine. He has special interests in treatment-resistant and severe mental illness, movement disorders, ADHD, and sleep medicine. Dr. Chepke is a member of the Huntington Study Group and serves on the board of directors for the CURESZ foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of people living with Schizophrenia
Jason-Carter

Jason Carter, PharmD (OPDC)

Senior Medical Science Liaison, Neuroscience Field Medical Affairs

Vladimir Maletic and Craig Chepke are paid consultants of Otsuka Pharmaceutical Development & Commercialization, Inc. (OPDC)
Jason Carter is an employee of Otsuka Pharmaceutical Development & Commercialization, Inc. (OPDC) 

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