mental health

This series highlights the incredible research done by SMSNA investigators across a broad range of sexual medicine-related topics. In this video, Marieke DeWitte, PhD, sits down with Dr. Juan Andino to discuss an important but often underdiscussed aspect of sexual medicine care; the pursuit of...

Unlock remission: Learn to identify residual major depressive disorder (MDD) symptoms and personalize timely augmentation strategies with the latest clinical data. Stay current.

Mental and sexual health are deeply connected, but how much do those connections affect sexual function and performance? Sexual medicine and mental health expert Dr. Christian J. Nelson joins us to explore the relationship between psychological well-being and sexual health, and how these factors...

Next steps for major depressive disorder (MDD): master the latest clinical data on augmentation and switching strategies.

Is nitrous oxide the next breakthrough for treatment-resistant depression, or do the subjective effects merely mask the symptoms? F. Perry Wilson, MD, analyzes a new meta-analysis suggesting "laughing gas" could be a viable treatment for major depressive disorder. The discussion explores the...

Something is happening to men, and no one is talking about it. Child attachment and parenting expert Erica Komisar reveals how modern society is rapidly stripping men of their traditional roles, leaving many feeling lost, directionless, and disconnected from both their families and their...

* These effects can be life-altering and can lead to social withdrawal, relationship strain and reduced capacity to work. With key neurotransmitter systems including serotonin, allopregnanolone and gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) being modulated by fluctuating levels of oestradiol, progesterone...

* drug induced DIPPER RIDE Has mental health treatment become a Religion rather than a Science? This talk explores the difference between Treatment with pills or therapies and a Care which pays heed to someone who has a problem or has a story to tell. Is there something wrong in this...

Nick Fortino and renowned psychiatrist Dr. David Healy look at modern psychiatry and psychopharmacology. Dr. Healy, a vocal critic of the pharmaceutical industry's influence, exposes how the "serotonin myth" emerged from marketing, reveals how antidepressants (SSRIs) can blunt emotions and cause...

A critique of SSRIs and pharma’s influence on medicine, including SSRI-induced sexual dysfunction, suicidality, and violence. Long Summary: Dr. David Healy critiques modern medicine, focusing on SSRIs and psychiatric medicine, including: how pharmaceutical companies manipulate clinical trial...

“What [we] found was that those men who received a penile implant had a significant reduction in depression and psychological distress," says Mohit Khera, MD, MBA, MPH. https://www.urologytimes.com/view/mohit-khera-md-on-the-impact-of-penile-prosthesis-implant-on-mental-health...

https://oakland.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6g6Q5icrcjeugpo Research Study Title: Interconnected Post-Drug Syndromes: Investigating the Impact of Retinoids, SSRIs, and Finasteride on Health and Well-being Introduction You are being asked to participate in a research study conducted by...

Join a discussion with the experts for an enlightening journey into the intricate world of managing patients with bipolar depression.

06:58 Potential and Challenges of Viagra for Alzheimer's A Cleveland Clinic-led study shows that Viagra, the “little blue pill” used to treat erectile dysfunction, may offer protective powers against Alzheimer’s disease. Researcher Feixiong Cheng explains how the medication might...

https://www.issm.info/meetings/issm-uncovered-podcast/issm-podcast-season-1-episode-40 In this powerful episode with host Shelly Varod and guest Anna Padoa, we explore how sexual abuse impacts sexual health from a gynecological perspective. We discuss the common gynecological issues survivors...

https://www.vumedi.com/video/smsna-2024-insights-psychotropic-medication-induced-erectile-dysfunction/ Psychotropic medications, including antidepressants and antipsychotics, are known to potentially cause sexual dysfunction. Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors...

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Can you differentiate bipolar depression from major depressive disorder (MDD)?

Learn about atypical antipsychotics and the best strategies for using them to augment treatment for major depressive disorder (MDD) with inadequate response to initial therapy. Defining Treatment Response in MDD Response to treatment is categorized to establish a clear framework for...

In this thought-provoking episode of the Carlat Psychiatry Podcast, Dr. Chris Aiken sits down with Dr. David Healy, a renowned psychopharmacologist, to discuss the current state of psychiatric medications and their impact on clinical practice. Dr. Healy, a leading critic and practitioner of...

In this eye-opening episode of Healthy & Awake Podcast, Dr. David Healy, a renowned psychiatrist and author of Pharmageddon, exposes how the pharmaceutical industry manipulates doctors and controls medical research. We discuss the hidden dangers of SSRIs, including the increased risk of suicide...

In this episode, we dive into Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), a form of depression that many experience, particularly during the winter months. This condition can bring on low moods, irritability, fatigue, and changes in sleep or appetite due to decreased sunlight and shorter days. For those...

It never really bothered me when I was younger, but when I got into adulthood there have been some years when winter has taken me to some pretty dark places(no pun intended). I know in today’s society we like to put a label on things(unfortunately often with the intention of selling a pill or...

I started testosterone at 30, when my labs consistently came back around 250-300 ng/dL. Like most of you, it took a few years to dial in a protocol that worked. I had 3-4 years of great results that improved my life tremendously(career, workouts, relationships, etc) Fast forward to the last 3...

Strangulation ("choking") during sex is on the rise among teens and young adults, and those being harmed are mostly women. Rachel S. Rubin, MD: Hi. I'm Dr Rachel Rubin, urologist and sexual medicine specialist in the Washington, DC, area. Welcome back to another episode of Sex Matters. I have...

Objectives Phosphodiesterase 5 inhibitors (PDE5i) are considered among the first-line treatment options for erectile dysfunction (ED). Their impact in terms of long-term psychological well-being has been scantly analysed. This retrospective cross-sectional study aimed to investigate PDE5i...

Abstract Caffeine is an alkaloid obtained from plants and is one of the most consumptive drug in the form of chocolate, coffee and beverages. The potential impact of caffeine within CNS can be easily understood by mechanism of action-antagonism of adenosine receptor, calcium influx, inhibits...