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Events
PsychU events are designed to provide a platform for discussion and a place to share knowledge and ideas about the latest information on mental health treatment. From online web briefings, to live events taking place throughout the country, PsychU events provide opportunities to learn about best practices in treatment, innovative ideas from other clinicians, management and operations advice, and the latest industry trends effecting the delivery of mental health services.
Virtual Live Event – Exploring Nonpharmacological Anti-inflammatory Strategies In Mental Health: Connecting Science To Clinical Practice
Virtual & Live Events March 05, 2021 1:00pm to 2:00pm ESTA Virtual Live Event for PsychU members in Texas. Inflammation has effects on physical and mental health. This presentation will carefully review the mechanistic roles of inflammatory signals on physiology, followed by an exploration of non-pharmacological interventions to improve overall wellness. The discussion will conclude with practical approaches to the daily implementation of these interventions.
Virtual Learning Session – Evolving Pharmacology Of Depression: Beyond The Monoamine Hypothesis
National March 10, 2021 6:00pm to 7:00pm ESTThe monoamine hypothesis has been the prevailing theory underlying depression. This presentation will examine the alternative and emerging hypothesis of depression pathophysiology, including non-monoamine neurotransmitters, genetic influences, hormonal effects, immunology, and neurotrophic factors.
Virtual Live Event – The Role Of Glutamate In Mood Disorders & Schizophrenia
Regional/Local March 15, 2021 1:00pm to 2:00pm EDTVirtual Live Event – The Role Of Glutamate In Mood Disorders & Schizophrenia
Regional/Local March 15, 2021 3:00pm to 4:00pm EDTVirtual Live Event – Inadequately Treated Major Depressive Disorder
Virtual & Live Events March 16, 2021 12:00pm to 1:00pm EDTA Virtual Live Event for PsychU members in Texas. The presentation highlights the importance of addressing inadequately treated major depressive disorder (MDD). The discussion will feature the prevalence and burden of inadequately treated MDD in the U.S., how inadequate treatment impacts long-term outcomes of MDD and possible treatment strategies.
Virtual Live Event – Inadequately Treated Major Depressive Disorder
Virtual & Live Events March 16, 2021 12:00pm to 1:00pm EDTA Virtual Live Event for PsychU members in Texas. The presentation highlights the importance of addressing inadequately treated major depressive disorder (MDD). The discussion will feature the prevalence and burden of inadequately treated MDD in the U.S., how inadequate treatment impacts long-term outcomes of MDD and possible treatment strategies.
Virtual Event – The Role Of Glutamate In Mood Disorders & Schizophrenia
Regional/Local March 18, 2021 12:00pm to 1:00pm EDTA Virtual Live Event for PsychU members in Maryland, Washington D.C., Virginia, and eastern New York. Glutamate is the predominant excitatory neurotransmitter in the nervous system, and glutamatergic dysregulation has been implicated in the pathophysiology of both mood disorders and schizophrenia. This presentation will examine current research in this area, provide an overview of ionotropic […]
Virtual Event – Battle Of The Section Advisors – Rethinking Depression & Bipolar Disorders: A Spectrum Or Distinct Categories?
National March 23, 2021 12:00pm to 1:00pm EDTPsychU members are invited to tune into a lively Point-Counterpoint between two experts in the field of bipolar disorders. There has been much discussion about depression and bipolar disorder being spectrum rather than discrete disorders. Dr. Fatima Sadat will moderate this debate between PsychU bipolar section advisors Dr. Terence Ketter and Dr. Joseph Goldberg as […]
Virtual Event – Distinguishing Sedation From Efficacy In Antipsychotic Treatment
Regional/Local March 23, 2021 1:00pm to 2:00pm EDTA Virtual Live Event for PsychU members in Texas. This presentation will highlight the importance of distinguishing sedation from antipsychotic treatment efficacy. Symptomatology of acute agitation, neurobiological mechanisms for sedation, and potential consequences of long-term sedation will be discussed to review pharmacologic considerations when selecting an antipsychotic.
Virtual Event – Cannabis: Potential Risks & Benefits In Mental Health
Regional/Local March 24, 2021 12:00pm to 1:00pm EDTVirtual Event - Cannabis: Potential Risks & Benefits In Mental Health A Virtual Live Event for PsychU members in Eastern NY state; Rockland County, NY; and Upper Manhattan, NY. The presentation will address the increasing relevance of cannabis in the U.S. and the importance for care providers to communicate with patients on cannabis use. The […]
Virtual Live Event – Managing The Patient With Schizophrenia: Striking A Balance Between Symptoms Control & Tolerability
Virtual & Live Events March 24, 2021 12:00pm to 1:00pm EDTVirtual Live Event – Managing The Patient With Schizophrenia: Striking A Balance Between Symptoms Control & Tolerability A Virtual Live Event for PsychU members in Florida. This presentation addresses the importance of optimizing therapy toward long-term symptomatic improvement for patients with schizophrenia. The discussion will examine the schizophrenia disease course and the impact of persistent […]
Virtual Live Event – Managing The Patient With Schizophrenia: Striking A Balance Between Symptoms Control & Tolerability
Virtual & Live Events March 24, 2021 12:00pm to 1:00pm EDTPrivate Event – Introduction To PsychU
Live Event March 24, 2021 3:00pm to 4:00pm EDTPrivate Event - Introduction To PsychU A Private Event for Partners Health Management.
Private Event – Introduction To PsychU
Live Event March 24, 2021 3:00pm to 4:00pm EDTA Shot For Bipolar I Disorder? Identifying Appropriate Patient Profiles For Maintenance Therapy With Long Acting Injectable Medications
Webinar March 30, 2021 12:00pm to 1:00pm EDTA Shot For Bipolar I Disorder? Identifying Appropriate Patient Profiles For Maintenance Therapy With Long Acting Injectable Medications
Webinar March 30, 2021 6:00pm to 7:00pm EDTVirtual Live Event – Neuroinflammation & Neuroprotection In Schizophrenia
Virtual & Live Events March 31, 2021 12:00pm to 1:00pm EDTVirtual Live Event - Neuroinflammation & Neuroprotection In Schizophrenia A Virtual Live Event for PsychU members in Georgia. This presentation explores how inflammatory mechanisms may contribute to the pathophysiology of schizophrenia and disease progression. The discussion will take a deep dive into the dynamic role of inflammation in neuroprotection and brain toxicity, its impact on […]
Virtual Live Event – Neuroinflammation & Neuroprotection In Schizophrenia
Virtual & Live Events March 31, 2021 12:00pm to 1:00pm EDTThis online session examines the relationship between norepinephrine and psychiatric illnesses by investigating an overlap between monoaminergic pathways and circuitry, and demonstrating how malfunctioning cortical circuits can influence emotions, arousal, and cognition.Virtual Live Event – Social Determinants Of Health
Virtual & Live Events April 01, 2021 12:00pm to 1:00pm EDTVirtual Live Event - Social Determinants Of Health A Virtual Live Event for PsychU members in Maryland, Virginia, Washington DC, Connecticut, and Rhode Island. This presentation serves as an introduction and overview to Social Determinants of Health and why it’s important to consider for payers. The objectives of the presentation are to review SDOH, discuss […]
Virtual Live Event – Social Determinants Of Health
Virtual & Live Events April 01, 2021 12:00pm to 1:00pm EDTVirtual Live Event – Considerations & Factors For Initiating & Switching Antipsychotic Medications In Schizophrenia
Regional/Local April 07, 2021 1:00pm to 2:00pm EDTVirtual Event – Considerations & Factors For Initiating & Switching Antipsychotic Medications In Schizophrenia
Regional/Local April 07, 2021 1:00pm to 2:00pm EDTVirtual Event – Considerations & Factors For Initiating & Switching Antipsychotic Medications In Schizophrenia A Virtual Event for PsychU members in Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri, & Oklahoma. This presentation will examine the essential factors for consideration when initiating and/or switching antipsychotic treatments in schizophrenia. Both general and specific factors unique to patient and medication are implemented […]
Neuropsychiatric Symptoms in Alzheimer’s Disease: A Focus on Agitation
Webinar April 08, 2021 12:00pm to 1:00pm EDTNeuropsychiatric Symptoms in Alzheimer’s Disease: A Focus on Agitation Click here to register for the 3:00 pm ET rebroadcast. Please note: Due to high levels of interest, please access this webinar via your computer. Please join us for this discussion on neuropsychiatric symptoms in Alzheimer’s disease, with a focus on agitation. Drs. Jeffrey Cummings, George […]
On-Demand Webinars
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Pseudobulbar Affect (PBA) in Patients with Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
- The Agitation in Alzheimer’s Screener for Caregivers (AASC™): How Caregivers Can Use This New Screener to Recognize the Breadth of Agitation Symptoms & Facilitate Conversations With Healthcare Professionals
- Improving Quality Of Life, Functioning & Well-Being In Individuals Living With Bipolar Disorder
- Practical Application of Wellness Strategies for Individuals in Underserved Communities with Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) & Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Join us as Michelle Lavagnino and Dr. Heidi Fusco discuss an overview of Pseudobulbar Affect (PBA) in Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) patients. This webinar will discuss the prevalence and burden…
REQUEST A PRESENTATION
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
Agitation Associated With Alzheimer’s Dementia Disease State Education
The Importance Of Population Health: A Mental Health Perspective
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.
Learning Tracks Topics
- Adherence
- Agitation In Dementia Associated With Alzheimers Disease
- Care Coordination & Integration
- Decriminalization Of Mental Illness
- Early Intervention In Psychosis
- Fundamentals of Pseudobulbar-Affect (PBA)
- Fundamentals of Schizophrenia
- Introduction To Neurobiology & Psychopharmacology
- Measurement-Based Care
- Metabolic Considerations In Depression
- PCP/Integrated Care
- PCP/Measurement Based Care
- Pharmacist
- Suicide Awareness & Prevention
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