The Carlat Psychiatry Podcas‪t‬ Pocket Psychiatry: A Carlat Podcast

In 2012, psychiatrists at Harvard’s Massachusetts General Hospital discovered a novel antidepressant. It seemed to improve depression and cognition without causing any significant side effects. There was only one problem. The ingredients were practically free, and there was no way that was going to sell.
Published On: 2/21/2021
Duration: 19 minutes, 49 seconds
Article Referenced: "Buspirone: Still Effective After All These Years? (https://www.thecarlatreport.com/the-carlat-psychiatry-report/buspirone-still-effective-after-all-these-years/)" The Carlat Psychiatry Report, February 2021
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Bupropion and restless legs syndrome: a randomized controlled trialWhen a patient complains that their mood got worse on an antidepressant, it doesn’t necessarily mean they are sensitive to medications. In this episode, we detail 6 other reasons why depression can get worse on an antidepressant.
Published On: 2/15/21
Duration: 22 minutes, 42 seconds
Article Referenced: "Are SSRIs Associated With Increased Rates of Violence? (https://www.thecarlatreport.com/the-carlat-psychiatry-report/are-ssris-associated-with-increased-rates-of-violence/)" The Carlat Psychiatry Report, February 2021
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An interview with Swapnil Gupta on when and how to come off psychiatric medications. Plus, tips on cross-tapering antidepressants, and the word of the day: Ephedra.
Published On: 2/8/2021
Duration: 17 minutes, 1 second

Behavioral activation came about in the 1990’s as a challenge to the CBT model of depression. The basic strategy behind this therapy blends well with brief medication visits, and we explain how to use it in this professional guide. Check out the patient companion to this edition in the Pocket Psychiatrist podcast.
Published On: 2/01/21
Duration: 9 minutes, 21 seconds
Patient Companion: www.pocketpsychpod.com
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Richard Weisler tells the tale of science and serendipity that lead to his discovery of lamotrigine for bipolar depression 30 years ago. He shares a few dosing tips, and touches on how he works with patients and their families. Plus, the word of the day: Gramophone Syndrome.
Published On: 1/25/21
Duration: 23 minutes, 30 seconds
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The gut microbiome influences the brain in numerous ways, but can building a better microbiome treat depression? Dr. Ted Dinan walks us through the science in this interview.
Published On: 1/17/21
Duration: 27 minutes, 50 seconds
Article Referenced: "Probiotics in Psychiatry (https://www.thecarlatreport.com/the-carlat-psychiatry-report/probiotics-in-psychiatry/)," The Carlat Psychiatry Report, January 2021
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