Mental Health

Kelan Thomas, PharmD, MS, discussed potential adverse effects and drug-drug interactions that pharmacists should be aware of with psychedelic medicines.

When states legalize marijuana, the volume of prescriptions within the drug classes that align with the medical indications for pain, depression, anxiety, sleep, psychosis, and seizures significantly decline.

Haloperidol (Haldol) is indicated for use in the treatment of schizophrenia and to control the symptoms of Tourette's disorder, as well as severe behavioral problems or hyperactivity in children.

Invega Hafyera is an atypical antipsychotic indicated for the treatment of schizophrenia in adults.

Analysis indicates that factors associated with psychological flourishing include being married and physically active, as well as free from chronic pain and anxiety and depression.

Technology clears the way to offer clinical-focused tasks, ultimately improving job satisfaction and minimizing burnout.

BioXcel plans to launch Igalmi sublingual film in the United States in the second quarter of 2022.

Lumateperone (Caplyta) is used for the treatment of schizophrenia and bipolar depression.

Evidence indicates that low-dose tramadol is a generally safe, effective, and fast-acting antidepressant for a substantial number of individuals suffering from depression.

Ten quiz questions to assess your knowledge on antipsychotic medications.

George MacKinnon, PhD, MS, RPh, FASHP, FNAP, discussed how a multi-pronged approach to burnout is necessary in the pharmacy environment.

George MacKinnon, founding dean of the Medical College of Wisconsin School of Pharmacy and a professor there, discusses burnout in the pharmacy and how it can ultimately impact patients.

Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy helps change feelings and thoughts about experiences, minimizing depressive episodes, analysis indicates.

Analysis to be presented at the American College of Cardiology’s 71st Annual Scientific Session is based on the health records of 495,386 patients.

New study results focus on blood pressure, blood sugar, and cholesterol levels; body mass index; and smoking status when individuals have bipolar or schizoaffective disorder or schizophrenia.

Thirty minutes of day of movement, such as walking, can help break the cycle of inflammation that causes symptoms even 6 months later.

Pharmacy Times spoke with Meagen Rosenthal, PhD, about her session at the APhA 2022 Annual Meeting and Exposition, titled "Heal Thyself: Burnout Recovery for Front-Line Heroes."

Adequate training will help them recognize signs of misuse and assist with preventive measures.

Prevalence is also linked to mental health conditions and substance use disorders, according to analysis.

The commission “Time for United Action on Depression,” authored by 25 experts from 11 countries, seeks to unify global efforts among governments, health care providers, researchers, people living with depression, and their families to improve care and prevention, fill knowledge gaps, and increase awareness.

David Drapkin, director of operations and strategic growth at Psychedelics Today, discussed the new Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Training Fund for clinicians and practitioners in psychedelic medicine.

There are a few options that can help with the current mental health epidemic, although more studies are recommended to perfect these treatments.

Although biologic changes may occur in the body that affect the brain, nonbiologic changes, such as social isolation, can also be a part of it but the reasons are not completely clear, according to the study.

During spring to fall 2020 related visits to emergency departments declined compared with a year earlier, study results show.

Rachel Rubin, MD, an assistant clinical professor in urology at Georgetown University and a urologic surgeon, discusses how hypoactive sexual desire disorder in women was defined and treated historically.