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The New England Journal of Medicine
In this NEJM Double Take episode, experts discuss the critical role of neuroplasticity in depression and examine advanced treatment options for patients who do not respond to traditional therapies. Topics include the efficacy of ECT and TMS, as well as emerging evidence for ketamine, esketamine, and psilocybin.
Psychiatry June 4th 2024
The FDA’s guidance on psychedelic medicine is a landmark in mental health treatment. With the potential to treat PTSD, addiction, and treatment-resistant depression, psychedelics could heighten the field. However, the guidance also highlights the need for rigorous study of these substances, particularly regarding their subjective effects and the role of psychological support.
Psychiatry November 14th 2023
Psych Congress Network
The use of psychedelics in treating substance use disorder (SUD) is showing promise. A 2012 meta-analysis suggests a favorable probability of reduced alcohol use upon administration of LSD in a controlled context.
Psychiatry November 7th 2023
A Phase 2B study found that a 25mg dose of psilocybin, combined with psychotherapy, produced a significant drop in patients’ scores on the Montgomery Asberg Depression Rating Scale (MADRS) after 12 weeks. This finding underscores the potential of psilocybin-assisted therapy as a promising treatment for depression.
Discover how MDMA-assisted therapy is setting new benchmarks in PTSD treatment, offering clinically meaningful improvements and a strong safety profile.
Neurology October 3rd 2023
Psychiatrist.com
Discover the advancements in MDD pharmacotherapy that promise to expand treatment options and address unmet needs.
Psychiatry August 30th 2023