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.
Employer Role in Employee Mental Health and Wellness Employers are a driving force in the healthcare system, with nearly half of Americans receiving their benefits through employer-sponsored health plans. One in five adults experiences a mental illness in any given year, and high rates of depression, which can lead to disability and unemployment, and are […]
Employer Role in Employee Mental Health and Wellness Employers are a driving force in the healthcare system, with nearly half of Americans receiving their benefits through employer-sponsored health plans. One in five adults experiences a mental illness in any given year, and high rates of depression, which can lead to disability and unemployment, and are […]
Managing Mental Health During and in the Aftermath of Pandemic This is a private event for the UAPRN-Gwinnett Forsyth Chapter members only. The presentation brings to light the dynamic impact of a pandemic on mental health on healthcare professionals. The discussion examines the dynamic emotional phases of disaster response and the multifaceted contributors to stress […]
Sleep Impairment in Psychiatric Disorders This is a private event for members of Ohio Association of Advanced Practices Nurses (OAAPN). This presentation provides an overview of sleep impairment in psychiatric disorders. During this event, attendees will learn about: Chronobiology of SleepSleep Pathology & Economic ImpactDiagnostic MeasurementsSleep Impairment in Psychiatric Disorders:Sleep Medicine Therapeutics
Virtual Event - Management Of Major Depressive Disorder: Breaking Through The Barrier An estimated 1 in 10 US adults report depression, with major depressive disorder (MDD) as common as diabetes or coronary artery disease. During this virtual event, Sanjai Rao, MD, Associate Clinical Professor and Associate Residency Training Director, University of California, San Diego, CA; […]
Virtual Event - Mental Illness & Substance Use Disorder A regional virtual event for PsychU members in CT, DE, MA, ME, NH, RI, VT, Lower Manhattan, Long Island, & Eastern […]
Test Event Only This is a test event only. The sole purpose of this event is to use it for testing emails and other issues which need to be addressed on real events. Thank you for your patience. PSYCHU PROGRAM ATTENDANCE ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS PsychU is supported by Otsuka Pharmaceutical Developmental & Commercialization Inc., Otsuka America […]
Transforming Mental Health Care In The US: A Discussion On The RAND Corporation Report The United States is at a time of promise for historic transformation in mental health care. For decades, systemic problems have persisted — including high levels of unmet need, underdevelopment of community-based supports, and inequities in access and quality of care. […]
Virtual Event - Do Inflammation & Metabolic Disturbances Metastasize To The Brain? Implications For Disease Modeling & Novel Approaches In Psychiatry During this webinar, Dr. David Block, MD, MMM and Sucharita Somkuwar, PhD will discuss the effects of inflammation and metabolic disturbances on mood disorders in a national Virtual Event. The objectives of the presentation […]
Importance of Adherence to Outcomes in Schizophrenia & Bipolar Disorder 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.
Virtual Event - Mindfulness Meditation In Mental Health This is a Virtual Event for PsychU members in DC, MD, NC, and VA. In this presentation, the objectives are to: -Provide […]
Behavioral Health HEDIS® Measures: An Annual Update From NCQA© The National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) collects information on the performance of health care service delivery from health plans covering more than 191 million people using its proprietary Healthcare Effectiveness Data and Information Set, or HEDIS. One of health care’s most widely used performance improvement […]
Virtual Event - Inadequately Treated Major Depressive Disorder This is a Virtual Event for PsychU members in Alabama, Mississippi, and Tennessee. The presentation highlights the importance of addressing inadequately treated […]
Mental Health Awareness: A Focus on Suicide & Stigma This is a Virtual Event for PsychU members in NJ, Upper Manhattan and Rockland County, NY. The presentation aims to raise […]
Proposed Roles Of Modulating Norepinephrine In Psychiatric Illnesses Modulation of norepinephrine (NE) has become commonplace in understanding psychiatric illnesses and in therapeutic approaches. This presentation will investigate the complex overlap of monoamines and the role of NE in neuronal circuitry. The discussion will dive deep into the relationship between local NE concentration and receptor activation, […]
Suicide & Black Americans: Statistics, Faith, & Contextual Competence September is National Suicide Prevention Month, with September 10th being World Suicide Prevention Day, and PsychU will be joining the awareness efforts. Mental health challenges exist across racial/ethnic and cultural lines, impacting individuals from all walks of life. Unfortunately, these challenges impact communities disproportionally. Specifically, it’s […]
Technology in Mental Health: Role of the Treatment Team 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 […]
Major Depressive Disorder In Chronic Kidney Disease This is a joint virtual live event for NephU & PsychU members in Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and Connecticut. 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 […]
Do Inflammation and Metabolic Disturbances Metastasize to the Brain? Implications for Disease Modeling and Novel Approaches in Psychiatry This is a Virtual Event for PsychU members in Florida. During this […]
Decriminalizing Mental Illness This is a virtual event for PsychU members in Arizona, California, Florida, Iowa, Michigan, North Carolina, and Ohio. U.S. correctional institutions, local courts, and police officers frequently […]
This is a Virtual Event for PsychU members in Texas. The presentation will focus on the impact of suicide on mental health. Upon reviewing the prevalence and suicide statistics in […]
Role of Pharmacogenetic Testing in Psychiatry This is a Virtual Event for PsychU members in Missouri, Oklahoma, and Kansas. Pharmacogenetics allows for treatment customization based on an individual’s genetic profile. […]
Addressing the Transition of Care For Patients with Schizophrenia: A Case Study Approach This is a Virtual Event for PsychU members in New York City, Upper/Lower Manhattan, and Rockland County, […]
Cannabis: Potential Risks & Benefits in Mental Health This is a Live Event for memebers of PsychU in Dallas, Texas. 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 discussion will examine the changing U.S. regulatory landscape, detail […]
Addressing Caregiver Burden & Identifying Agitation in Alzheimer’s Dementia
Come and join us for this webinar, as our speaker and moderator highlight the impact of caregiver burden, discuss challenges in recognizing agitation in Alzheimer’s dementia, and share tools that…
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.
Agitation Associated With Alzheimer’s Dementia Disease State Education
The Importance Of Population Health: A Mental Health Perspective
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