Psychiatric Disorders

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Module Overview

Sub-Modules

1 Subject

Psychiatry

6 Exercises • 140 Learning Materials

Depression

Exercise

Introduction

Pathophysiology of Major Depressive Disorder – MDD

Investigations

Diagnostic Criteria - Major Depressive Disorder

Monitoring Parameters for Depression

Nonpharmacologic Choices

Pharmacologic Choices

Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs)

Table - Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs)

Serotonin-Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitors (SNRIs)

Table - Serotonin-Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitors (SNRIs)

Dual Action Antidepressants

Table - Dual Action Antidepressants

Serotonin Modulators

Table - Serotonin Modulators

Tricyclic Antidepressants

Table - Tricyclic Antidepressants

Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors

Table - Irreversible - Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors

Classification of Antidepressants - Therapy

Antidepressant - Adverse Effects

Antidepressant - Discontinuation Syndrome

Atypical Antipsychotics

Table - Atypical Antipsychotics

Natural Health Products

Table - Natural Health Products

Rapid-Acting Therapy

Table - Rapid-Acting Therapy

Duration of Treatment / Relapse Prevention

Treatment-Resistant Depression

Switching Antidepressants

Choices during Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Algorithm - Pharmacologic Treatment of Depression

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Reference Video: Depression

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Psychoses

Exercise

Introduction

Differential Diagnosis - Psychotic Episodes

Prevention

Investigations

Investigations / Monitoring of Psychoses

Nonpharmacologic Choices

Pharmacologic Choices

Basic Pharmacology of Antipsychotics

Treatment Considerations

Treatment - Comorbid Conditions

Side Effects of Antipsychotics

Antipsychotic-Induced Side Effects: Assessment, Monitoring and Management

Choices during Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Algorithm - Management of Acute Psychotic Episodes

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Table - Antipsychotics, first-generation, low potency

Table - Antipsychotics, first-generation, intermediate potency

Table - Antipsychotics, first-generation, high potency

Table 1- Antipsychotics, second-generation

Table 2 - Antipsychotics, second-generation

Reference Video: Schizophrenia

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Pathophysiology of Psychoses

Bipolar Disorder

Exercise

Introduction

Pathophysiology of Bipolar Disorder (BD)

Description of Bipolar Disorder Episodes

Classification of Bipolar Disorder

Investigations

Nonpharmacologic Choices

Pharmacologic Choices - Manic Episodes

Pharmacologic Management - Acute Mania in Bipolar Disorder

Table - First-line Drug Therapy for Mania in Bipolar Disorder

Algorithm - Management of Acute Mania in Bipolar Disorder

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Pharmacologic Choices - Depressive Episodes

Pharmacologic Management - Acute Depression in Bipolar Disorder

Table - First-line Drug Therapy for Depression in Bipolar Disorder

Algorithm - Management of Depressive Episodes in Bipolar Disorder

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Maintenance Therapy - Bipolar Disorder

Table - Maintenance Treatment Regimens for Bipolar Disorder

Table - First-line Maintenance Therapy for Bipolar Disorder

Algorithm - Management of Maintenance Therapy for Bipolar Disorder

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Bipolar Disorder - Children and Adolescents

Bipolar Disorder - Elderly

Choices during Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Reference Video: Bipolar Disorder

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Anxiety

Exercise

Introduction

Pathophysiology of Anxiety Disorders

DSM-5 Classification of Anxiety Disorders

Investigations

Interview Questions - Screening of Anxiety Symptoms

Nonpharmacologic Choices

Pharmacologic Choices

Panic Disorder

Agoraphobia / Panic Disorder with Agoraphobia

Social Anxiety Disorder (Social Phobia)

Specific Phobia

Generalized Anxiety Disorder

Choices during Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Algorithm - Management of Anxiety Disorders

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Drug Table - Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors

Drug Table - Serotonin-Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitors

Drug Table - Tricyclic Antidepressants

Drug Table - Irreversible Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors

Drug Table - GABA Derivatives

Drug Table - Beta1-adrenergic Antagonists

Drug Table – Benzodiazepines

Drug Table – Antipsychotics, second-generation

Drug Table – Azapirones

Reference Video: Anxiety

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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Exercise

Introduction

Pathophysiology of ADHD

DSM-5 Criteria - Diagnosing ADHD

Investigations

Nonpharmacologic Choices

Stimulants

Drug Table: Stimulants - Amphetamine-based Agents

Drug Table: Stimulants - Methylphenidate-based Agents

Atomoxetine

Table – Atomoxetine (Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitor)

Alpha2-adrenergic Agonists

Table - Alpha2-adrenergic Agonists

Antidepressants

Table - Antidepressants

Antipsychotics

Table - Antipsychotics, Second-generation

Natural Health Products

Management - Adverse Effects of ADHD Treatment

Drug Holidays

Choices during Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Algorithm - Management of ADHD in Children

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Reference Video: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

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Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Exercise

Introduction

Pathophysiology of OCD

Investigations

Diagnostic Criteria

Interview Questions - Obsessions / Compulsions

Nonpharmacologic Choices

Pharmacologic Choices

Drug Table - Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors

Drug Table - Second- and Third-Line Management of OCD

Choices during Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Algorithm - Drug Therapy for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder

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Reference Video: Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

External Link

Psychiatric Disorders

Module Overview

Sub-Modules

Psychiatry

Depression

Depression

Introduction

Pathophysiology of Major Depressive Disorder – MDD

Investigations

Diagnostic Criteria - Major Depressive Disorder

Monitoring Parameters for Depression

Nonpharmacologic Choices

Pharmacologic Choices

Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs)

Table - Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs)

Serotonin-Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitors (SNRIs)

Table - Serotonin-Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitors (SNRIs)

Dual Action Antidepressants

Table - Dual Action Antidepressants

Serotonin Modulators

Table - Serotonin Modulators

Tricyclic Antidepressants

Table - Tricyclic Antidepressants

Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors

Table - Irreversible - Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors

Classification of Antidepressants - Therapy

Antidepressant - Adverse Effects

Antidepressant - Discontinuation Syndrome

Atypical Antipsychotics

Table - Atypical Antipsychotics

Natural Health Products

Table - Natural Health Products

Rapid-Acting Therapy

Table - Rapid-Acting Therapy

Duration of Treatment / Relapse Prevention

Treatment-Resistant Depression

Switching Antidepressants

Choices during Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Algorithm - Pharmacologic Treatment of Depression

Reference Video: Depression

Suggested Reference Video: Pharmacology of Antidepressants

Suggested Reference Video: Serotonin Syndrome

Psychoses

Psychoses

Introduction

Differential Diagnosis - Psychotic Episodes

Prevention

Investigations

Investigations / Monitoring of Psychoses

Nonpharmacologic Choices

Pharmacologic Choices

Basic Pharmacology of Antipsychotics

Treatment Considerations

Treatment - Comorbid Conditions

Side Effects of Antipsychotics

Antipsychotic-Induced Side Effects: Assessment, Monitoring and Management

Choices during Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Algorithm - Management of Acute Psychotic Episodes

Table - Antipsychotics, first-generation, low potency

Table - Antipsychotics, first-generation, intermediate potency

Table - Antipsychotics, first-generation, high potency

Table 1- Antipsychotics, second-generation

Table 2 - Antipsychotics, second-generation

Reference Video: Schizophrenia

Suggested Reference Video: Pharmacology of Antipsychotics

Suggested Reference Video: Antipsychotic Drugs — Typical vs Atypical

Suggested Reference Video: Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome

Pathophysiology of Psychoses

Bipolar Disorder

Bipolar Disorder

Introduction

Pathophysiology of Bipolar Disorder (BD)

Description of Bipolar Disorder Episodes

Classification of Bipolar Disorder

Investigations

Nonpharmacologic Choices

Pharmacologic Choices - Manic Episodes

Pharmacologic Management - Acute Mania in Bipolar Disorder

Table - First-line Drug Therapy for Mania in Bipolar Disorder

Algorithm - Management of Acute Mania in Bipolar Disorder