Oct 8

Beyond Black Box Warnings: Choosing Antipsychotics in Dementia

In this episode, we explore a compelling comparison between olanzapine and risperidone for managing behavioral symptoms in dementia patients. Are the delusions we see in Alzheimer's disease actually true delusions, or something entirely different that requires a new treatment app ... Show More

11m 30s

Oct 3

SSRIs and Psychedelics: Drug Interactions

In this episode, we explore the complex drug-drug interactions between psychedelics and psychiatric medications. Do SSRIs really blunt psychedelic effects, or is this just clinical folklore? We'll examine surprising new research and discuss potentially dangerous combinations ever ... Show More

11m 14s

Sep 28

Standard vs. High Doses: Rethinking Bipolar Maintenance Treatment

In this episode, we challenge the conventional wisdom of “what gets them well keeps them well” by exploring groundbreaking Finnish research on bipolar disorder medication dosing. Does maintaining patients on high doses actually improve long-term outcomes, or could standard doses ... Show More

14m 6s

Dec 2024

Exercise Compared to Medications or Therapy for Depression

Can exercise truly rival medications and therapy for treating depression? In this episode, Dr. David Puder, Dr. Nicholas Fabiano, and Dr. Brendon Stubbs dive deep into the science of physical activity as a treatment for mental health. Discover the unique antidepressant mechanisms ... Show More

1h 49m

Oct 2024

186. The Power of Ketamine-Assisted Therapy with Mollie Volinsky

In this eye-opening episode, Alison and special guest Mollie Volinsky, explore the transformative potential of ketamine-assisted therapy for anxiety, depression, and overall mental health. Mollie, a skilled ketamine-assisted psychotherapy provider, shares her expertise and insigh ... Show More

48m 46s

Dec 2024

Bright Light Therapy for Depression: Useful in Any Season - Frankly Speaking Ep 409

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-409 Overview: Listen in as we discuss how bright light therapy extends beyond seasonal affective disorder, potentially offering be ... Show More

10m 23s

Jun 2024

"Depression and Psychedelic Therapy" with Charles Raison, M.D. - s2, e3

Dr. Raison is a professor of psychiatry and human ecology at University of Wisconsin-Madison, director of Clinical and Translational Research for Usona Institute, and Director of Research on Spiritual Health for Emory Healthcare. In addition, Dr Raison founded the Center for Comp ... Show More

1h 3m

Jul 2024

A Breakthrough Treatment for Depression | David Carreon, MD

Does depression feel like a prison keeping you disconnected from your true self? In this powerful episode, a pioneering psychiatrist shares groundbreaking brain treatments and profound spiritual insights that can help reignite your vital spark. David Carreon, MD, author of The Op ... Show More

1 h

May 2024

#287 - The scary truth about fish oil with Bryan Thomas

Back in my crazy diet days I used to take a tonne of fish oil and eat flaxseed oil with my tuna and green beans every day for morning tea.Ever wonder about the real story behind fish oil? 🐟💊 Today on the Podcast, we've brought back our wonderful friend Bryan Thomas from Per ... Show More

17m 20s

Mar 2025

The Serotonin Hypothesis: Controversies and Nuance with Awais Aftab, MD

Is depression really caused by low serotonin? Dr. Awais Aftab joins Dr. David Puder to explore the serotonin hypothesis, antidepressant efficacy, and the controversies surrounding SSRIs. They dive into the history of the serotonin deficiency theory, key research on antidepressant ... Show More

1h 16m

Apr 2025

Creatine and Mental Health

In this episode of Psychiatry & Psychotherapy, Dr. David Puder hosts a deep dive with experts Nicholas Fabiano, MD, Brandon Luu, MD, Joshua Mangunsong, MS3, and Liam Browning, MS4 into the exciting potential of creatine supplementation for mental health and cognitive enhancement. ... Show More

1h 26m

Feb 2025

# 173 The Real Truth About Anxiety Medication

I'm pulling back the curtain about anxiety medication. Drawing from 25 years of clinical experience, let's explore the science behind anti-anxiety medications, their effectiveness, and why the placebo effect might be more powerful than you think. Whether you're curren ... Show More

15m 18s

Feb 2025

Lasting Treatments for Anxiety vs. Coping Skills - Is THIS why Therapy isn't working?

Learn the skills to Regulate your Emotions, join the membership: https://courses.therapyinanutshell.com/membership Have you tried a bunch of stuff to manage anxiety and depression, but you’re still struggling? This might be why: Some strategies that work great for the short term, ... Show More

16m 8s

Enhancing Pediatric Depression Treatment...