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In this episode, we navigate the complexities of initiating and optimizing clozapine treatment for patients with treatment-resistant schizophrenia. How do you chart the course for successful clozapine therapy while managing side effects and drug interactions? Join us as Dr. Brian Miller shares his expertise and valuable psychopharmacology pearls.
Faculty: Brian Miller, M.D.
Host: Richard Seeber, M.D.
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In this episode, we discuss the prevalence of smoking among people with psychosis, based on recent findings from the PATH study. Dr. Oliver Freudenreich shares insights on how clinicians can prioritize smoking cessation in this population. How can we bridge the health outcome disparities faced by our patients with psychosis?
Faculty: Oliver Freudenreich, M.D.
Host: Richard Seeber, M.D.
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In this episode, we delve into the use of clozapine for treatment-resistant psychosis and mood disorders. When should clinicians consider clozapine, and what do expert guidelines recommend? Dr. Brian Miller guides us through the evidence and best practices for utilizing this powerful but often underused medication.
Faculty: Brian Miller, M.D.
Host: Richard Seeber, M.D.
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In this episode, we explore the role of lithium in treating pediatric bipolar disorder and conduct disorder. Is lithium a viable option for managing these complex conditions in children and adolescents, or are other medications more effective?
Faculty: David Rosenberg, M.D.
Host: Richard Seeber, M.D.
Learn more about our membership here Earn 0.5 CMEs: CAP Smart Takes Vol. 14 Use of Lithium in Pediatric Bipolar Disorders and Externalizing Childhood-Related Disorders

In this episode, we explore real-world clinical cases demonstrating how broad-spectrum micronutrients can complement existing interventions for ADHD, emotional dysregulation, and mood instability. Can close monitoring and expert guidance optimize the integration of nutritional supplementation with pharmacologic treatments to create a harmonious, personalized approach?
Faculty: Amelia Villagomez, M.D.
Host: Richard Seeber, M.D.
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In this episode, we discuss the groundbreaking FDA approval of zuranolone, the first oral medication specifically targeting postpartum depression. Could zuranolone's novel mechanism of action as an allopregnanolone agonist herald a new era of rapid-onset, targeted treatments for this debilitating condition affecting 1 in 8 new mothers?
Faculty: Vivien Burt, M.D.
Host: Richard Seeber, M.D.
Learn more about our membership here Earn 0.75 CMEs: Quick Take Vol. 54 Zuranolone for the Treatment of Postpartum Depression