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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.
In this presentation, the objectives are to: To recognize the symptoms of acute agitation in an emergency department setting To understand the potential importance of minimizing sedation in the treatment of acute agitation in patients with schizophrenia To distinguish sedation from efficacy in antipsychotic treatment To understand the physiologic mechanisms...Live Event – Importance Of Adherence To Outcomes In Schizophrenia & Bipolar Disorder
Live Event June 14, 2022 6:30pm to 7:30pm PDTThis is a Live Event for PsychU members in the Las Vegas, NV area. Nonadherence is a serious problem that can compromise treatment effectiveness in psychiatry. This presentation will review the multidimensional factors that contribute to adherence, discuss consequences of poor adherence, and bring to light implementation strategies to address...Virtual Event – Importance of Adherence to Outcomes in Schizophrenia & Bipolar Disorder
Regional/Local June 16, 2022 12:00pm to 1:00pm EDTThis is a Virtual Event for PsychU members in Maryland, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, and Washington DC. Nonadherence is a serious problem that can compromise treatment effectiveness in psychiatry. This presentation will review the multidimensional factors that contribute to adherence, discuss consequences of poor adherence, and bring to light...Managing Partial Response: Augmentation Strategies In MDD
Webinar June 27, 2022 12:00pm to 1:00pm EDTPersistent residual symptoms (e.g., sleep disturbances, cognitive symptoms) have known interference on quality of life and functioning of individuals with major depressive disorder (MDD) who respond to or remit from antidepressant treatment.1 Understanding the inherent challenges in symptom recognition and subsequent treatment, clinicians are tasked with finding optimal symptom relief...Virtual Event – Proposed Role Of Modulating Norepinephrine In Psychiatry Illnesses
Regional/Local June 28, 2022 12:00pm to 1:00pm PDTThis is a Virtual Event for PsychU members in Arizona; Las Vegas, NV and San Diego, Imperial, Riverside and San Bernardino Counties, CA. This 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...Joint Live Event – Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) in Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
Live Event July 12, 2022 6:30pm to 8:30pm PDTThis is a Joint Live Event, sponsored by PsychU and NephU, for Primary Care/Internal Medicine, Psychiatrists and Nephrologists in the Palm Springs, CA area. There is a high prevalence of depression among patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD). This presentation will examine the clinical overlap between CKD and major depressive...Live Event – Importance Of Adherence To Outcomes In Schizophrenia & Bipolar Disorder
Live Event July 13, 2022 6:00pm to 9:00pm PDTThis is a Live Event for PsychU members in Western Washington state. Nonadherence is a serious problem that can compromise treatment effectiveness in psychiatry. This presentation will review the multidimensional factors that contribute to adherence, discuss consequences of poor adherence, and bring to light implementation strategies to address adherence.Live Event – Mental Health Wellness: Addressing Health Care Professional Burnout During Uncertain Times
Live Event July 19, 2022 6:00pm to 8:30pm EDTThis is a Live Private Event for LifeStream Behavioral Center. The COVID-19 pandemic has exerted substantial effects on mental health. The speakers will discuss the dynamics of mental health and the potential impacts of a pandemic or other extreme stressors that may result in healthcare professional burnout. Speakers will also...The Effects Of Racism On The Mental Healthcare Community: How Marginalized Patients & Providers Are Impacted
Webinar July 21, 2022 12:00pm to 1:00pm EDTAs a community, we know that the effects of racism are not confined to patients alone--but can impact mental health professionals. This webinar will highlight some of the barriers that healthcare professionals experience, including Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) and other marginalized groups. Our presenters will also discuss the...Virtual Event – Inadequately Treated Major Depressive Disorder
National July 27, 2022 12:00pm to 1:00pm CDTThis is a Virtual Event for all PsychU members. In this presentation, the objectives are to: Describe the prevalence of depression in the US Highlight the burden of MDD Identify inadequately treated MDD and understand how it impacts patients Understand which patients are at risk for inadequately treated MDD Explain...Live Event – Mental Health Wellness: Addressing Health Care Professional Burnout During Uncertain Times
Live Event July 27, 2022 6:00pm to 7:00pm EDTThis is a Live Event for PsychU members in Bradford County PA, Tioga County PA, Chemung County NY, Broome County NY, and Steuben County NY. The COVID-19 pandemic has exerted substantial effects on mental health. The speaker will discuss the dynamics of mental health and the potential impacts of a...Digital Health Tools: Combating Stigma & Healthcare Disparities
Webinar July 28, 2022 12:00pm to 1:00pm EDTDr. Velligan and Dr. Pederson will share their expertise in the areas of digital tools, stigma, and healthcare disparities. Together, they will provide an overview of stigma and healthcare disparities in mental health treatment, and then discuss digital tools used in the treatment of mental illness. Finally, we will explore...A Conversation With An Expert In Agitation In Alzheimer’s Dementia, A Person With Lived Experience, & A Care Partner
Webinar August 02, 2022 12:00pm to 1:00pm EDTAlzheimer’s dementia is highly prevalent, under-diagnosed, and predicted to increase significantly in the coming decades due to an aging population. Unfortunately, a large proportion of individuals with Alzheimer’s disease (AD) also experience neuropsychiatric symptoms, such as agitation, depression, apathy, and hallucinations. In this webinar, our panelist will be reviewing the...Virtual Event – Evolving Psychopharmacology Of Depression: Beyond The Monoamine Hypothesis
Regional/Local August 09, 2022 12:00pm to 1:00pm PDTThis is a Virtual Event for PsychU members in the San Diego, Imperial, Riverside, San Bernardino, Long Beach, Los Angeles, and Bakersfield Counties, CA. In this presentation, the objectives are to: Provide a brief overview of depression prevalence and current standard treatments Review the monoamine hypothesis of depression Discuss alternative...Virtual Event – Evolving Psychopharmacology Of Depression: Beyond The Monoamine Hypothesis
Regional/Local August 09, 2022 6:30pm to 7:30pm PDTThis is a Virtual Event for PsychU members in the San Diego, Imperial, Riverside, San Bernardino, Long Beach, Los Angeles, and Bakersfield Counties, CA. In this presentation, the objectives are to: Provide a brief overview of depression prevalence and current standard treatments Review the monoamine hypothesis of depression Discuss alternative...Virtual Event – Implementing Technology Into The Management Of Patients With Mental Health Disorder
National August 16, 2022 1:00pm to 2:00pm EDTThis is a Virtual Event for all PsychU members. In this presentation, the objectives are to: Review current digital health developments in psychiatry and areas in which technology can be used in clinical practice Consider advantages and challenges of using digital tools in mental health care Discuss approaches and challenges...Virtual Event – Distinguishing Sedation From Efficacy In Antipsychotic Treatment
Regional/Local August 18, 2022 12:00pm to 1:00pm PDTThis is a Virtual Event for PsychU members in Arizona; Las Vegas, Nevada; and San Diego, Imperial, Riverside and San Bernardino Counties, CA. In this presentation, the objectives are to: Recognize the symptoms of acute agitation in an emergency department setting Understand the potential importance of minimizing sedation in the...Virtual Event – Distinguishing Sedation From Efficacy In Antipsychotic Treatment
Regional/Local August 18, 2022 9:30pm to 10:30pm EDTThis is a Virtual Event for PsychU members in Arizona; Las Vegas, Nevada; and San Diego, Imperial, Riverside and San Bernardino Counties, CA. In this presentation, the objectives are to: Recognize the symptoms of acute agitation in an emergency department setting Understand the potential importance of minimizing sedation in the...Panel Discussion On The Role Of Psychotherapy, Cognitive Training, & Digital Platforms For Treatment Of Major Depressive Disorder
Webinar August 30, 2022 12:00pm to 1:00pm EDTPsychotherapy, particularly cognitive behavioral therapy, is a widely accepted and effective treatment approach for major depressive disorder.1 Cognitive training represents a promising and novel therapeutic intervention to address cognitive and affective symptoms of depression.2 Individual and systematic barriers may limit initiation and adherence to psychological interventions.3 Digital platforms may be...Virtual Event – Strategies To Optimize Patient Outcomes In Bipolar I Disorder: The Role Of Long-Acting Injectable Antipsychotics
Regional/Local September 07, 2022 12:00pm to 1:00pm EDTThis is a Virtual Event for PsychU members in D.C., Maryland, North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia. In “Strategies To Optimize Patient Outcomes In Bipolar I Disorder: The Role Of Long-Acting Injectable Antipsychotics,” the objectives of this presentation are to understand the impact of mood episode recurrence in bipolar I...Live Event – Suicide Awareness, Assessment, & Prevention Strategies
Live Event September 12, 2022 6:30pm to 8:00pm CDTThis is a Live Event for PsychU members in the Birmingham, AL area. This presentation will look at multiple aspects pertaining to suicide awareness, assessment, and prevention strategies. We will start by discussing common terminology used in suicidology, move to the prevalence globally and within the US, transition to the...988: What’s The Scoop? A Discussion With Experts In Suicide Prevention & Mental Health
Webinar September 13, 2022 12:00pm to 1:00pm EDT988, the three-digit dialing code developed and designed as a suicide and crisis lifeline, went live on July 16, 2022. Since Congress designated 988 in 2020, there has been a lot of excitement, confusion, and buzz around exactly what this new number means for individuals in crisis, healthcare providers, and...Virtual Event – Strategies To Optimize Patient Outcomes In Bipolar I Disorder: The Role Of Long-Acting Injectable Antipsychotics
National September 14, 2022 2:00pm to 3:00pm EDTThis is a National Virtual Event for all PsychU members. In “Strategies to Optimize Patient Outcomes in Bipolar I Disorder: the Role of Long-Acting Injectable Antipsychotics,” the objectives of this presentation are to understand the impact of mood episode recurrence in bipolar I disorder on patient functioning and clinical outcomes,...Live Event – Strategies to Optimize Patient Outcomes in Bipolar Disorder 1
Live Event September 14, 2022 6:30pm to 8:30pm EDTThis is a Live Private Event for Healthcare Professionals in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, NY. Bipolar I Disorder is characterized by mood episode recurrence, which impacts patient functioning and clinical outcomes.1,2 During our discussion, Drs. Erika Modh and Jehan Marino will discuss risk factors for mood recurrence including non-adherence. They will...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…
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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
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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