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Join Drs. Andy Cutler and Roger McIntyre as they discuss the most significant advancements in psychopharmacology over the past year. Their conversation highlights groundbreaking developments and innovations in the field of psychiatry.   Roger McIntyre, MD, FRCPC, is a globally recognized psychiatrist and psychopharmacologist who holds pivotal roles in academia, research, and leadership. His research primarily focuses on the phenomenology, neurobiology, and development of novel therapeutics for mood disorders. Dr. McIntyre is currently a Professor of Psychiatry and Pharmacology at the University of Toronto.   Andrew J. Cutler, MD, is a distinguished psychiatrist and researcher with extensive experience in clinical trials and psychopharmacology. He currently serves as the Chief Medical Officer of Neuroscience Education Institute and holds the position of Clinical Associate Professor of Psychiatry at SUNY Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, New York.  Resources  Thanarajah ES et al. Soft drink consumption and depression mediated by gut microbiome alterations. JAMA Psychiatry 2025;82(11):1095–1102. doi:10.1001/jamapsychiatry.2025.2579  Durgam S et al. Lumateperone as adjunctive therapy in patients with major depressive disorder: results from a randomized, double-blind, phase 3 trial. J Clin Psychiatry 2025;86(4):25m15848. doi: 10.4088/JCP.25m15848  Hendershot CS et al. Once-weekly semaglutide in adults with alcohol use disorder: a randomized clinical trial. JAMA Psychiatry 2025;82(4):395–405. doi: 10.1001/jamapsychiatry.2024.4789  Aron L et al. Lithium deficiency and the onset of Alzheimer's disease. Nature 2025;645:712–21. doi: 10.1038/s41586-025-09335-x  Never miss an episode!🎙SUBSCRIBE to the NEI Podcast– available on all your favorite platforms: https://nei.global/podcast  Interested in Psychopharmacology?  Learn about the NEI Master Psychopharmacology Program: https://nei.global/mpp   Stay updated with email alerts and join our conversations on social. Follow us on:  YouTube: https://nei.global/youtube  Instagram: https://nei.global/instagram  LinkedIn: https://nei.global/linkedin  Facebook: https://nei.global/facebook  X: https://nei.global/twitter 

In this CME episode, Dr. Andy Cutler talks with Drs. Stephen Stahl and Roger McIntyre about recognizing and managing complex depression, particularly major depressive episodes with mixed or anxious features. They discuss how these specifiers affect diagnosis, symptom severity, and treatment response, and explore evidence-based strategies for optimizing outcomes through individualized and adjunctive approaches. Create a free NEI guest account and obtain CME/CE by participating in this activity here: https://nei.global/e270-cme Never miss an episode!🎙SUBSCRIBE to the NEI Podcast– available on all your favorite platforms: https://nei.global/podcast  Interested in Psychopharmacology?  Learn about the NEI Master Psychopharmacology Program: https://nei.global/mpp   Stay updated with email alerts and join our conversations on social. Follow us on:  YouTube: https://nei.global/youtube  Instagram: https://nei.global/instagram  LinkedIn: https://nei.global/linkedin  Facebook: https://nei.global/facebook  X: https://nei.global/twitter 

In this CME episode, Dr. Andy Cutler and Dr. Christoph Correll discuss the complexities of managing bipolar disorder, with a focus on recognizing and treating mixed states. They address overlapping manic and depressive symptoms, comorbidities, and the importance of shared decision-making, family involvement, and patient education. The conversation also explores strategies to improve adherence, the impact of substance use, and the value of a collaborative, individualized approach to long-term stability and recovery. Create a free NEI guest account and obtain CME/CE by participating in this activity here: https://nei.global/e269-cme Never miss an episode!🎙SUBSCRIBE to the NEI Podcast– available on all your favorite platforms: https://nei.global/podcast  Interested in Psychopharmacology?  Learn about the NEI Master Psychopharmacology Program: https://nei.global/mpp   Stay updated with email alerts and join our conversations on social. Follow us on:  YouTube: https://nei.global/youtube  Instagram: https://nei.global/instagram  LinkedIn: https://nei.global/linkedin  Facebook: https://nei.global/facebook  X: https://nei.global/twitter 

This episode includes extended Q&A sessions that address your unanswered questions from the following presentations delivered at the 2025 Fall Congress in Colorado Springs, Colorado:  (00:22) A Discussion of Substance: Supporting Meaningful Improvements in the Lives of Patients Struggling With Substance Use Disorders by Brittany Albright, MD, MPH and Hara Oyedeji, DNP, PMHNP-BC (Q&A with Dr. Albright)  (34:08) Nightmares and Brainscapes: Emerging Therapeutic Avenues in the Treatment of PTSD by Lori Davis, MD and Andrew Cutler, MD (Q&A with Dr. Davis)  (47:43) Sex, Pudge, and Eyes That Close: Strategies to Address Common Psychotropic–Induced Tolerability Issues by Leslie Citrome, MD, MPH and Andrew Cutler, MD (Q&A with Dr. Citrome)   (55:00) When Less Is More: Strategies for Deprescribing Psychotropic Medications by Jeffrey Strawn, MD and Kari Franson, PharmD, PhD, BCPP (Q&A with Dr. Strawn)  Never miss an episode!🎙SUBSCRIBE to the NEI Podcast – available on all your favorite platforms: https://nei.global/podcast  Interested in Psychopharmacology? Learn about the NEI Master Psychopharmacology Program: https://nei.global/mpp   Stay updated with email alerts and join our conversations on social. Follow us on:  YouTube: https://nei.global/youtube  Instagram: https://nei.global/instagram  LinkedIn: https://nei.global/linkedin  Facebook: https://nei.global/facebook  X: https://nei.global/twitter 

In recognition of Stress Awareness Week, the NEI Podcast revisits a vital conversation with Dr. Joan Striebel about the syndrome of catatonia—a condition that can emerge from profound psychological or physiological stress. Dr. Andy Cutler and Dr. Striebel discuss its dynamic presentation, the importance of treating underlying causes, and why clinicians should maintain a high index of suspicion when evaluating complex or unexplained psychiatric symptoms. This re-release highlights key insights to help clinicians recognize and manage catatonia more effectively in practice.  Never miss an episode!🎙SUBSCRIBE to the NEI Podcast– available on all your favorite platforms: https://nei.global/podcast  Interested in Psychopharmacology?  Learn about the NEI Master Psychopharmacology Program: https://nei.global/mpp   Stay updated with email alerts and join our conversations on social. Follow us on:  YouTube: https://nei.global/youtube  Instagram: https://nei.global/instagram  LinkedIn: https://nei.global/linkedin  Facebook: https://nei.global/facebook  X: https://nei.global/twitter