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Psychopharmacology

Learn more about the basics of the physiology of neurotransmitters and their implications in psychiatry.

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Dopamine and Serotonin in Mood and Psychosis Video

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Dopamine and Serotonin in Mood and Psychosis Video

Dysregulation of the neurotransmitters dopamine and serotonin may be associated with neuropsychiatric disorders such as schizophrenia, depression, and bipolar disorder. Targeting dopamine (D2) and serotonin (5-HT1A, 5-HT2A) receptors may help address symptoms of neuropsychiatric conditions such as depression, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia.

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Dopamine and Serotonin in Mood and Psychosis Video

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Dopamine and Serotonin in Mood and Psychosis Video

Dysregulation of the neurotransmitters dopamine and serotonin may be associated with neuropsychiatric disorders such as schizophrenia, depression, and bipolar disorder. Targeting dopamine (D2) and serotonin (5-HT1A, 5-HT2A) receptors may help address symptoms of neuropsychiatric conditions such as depression, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia.
Understanding D2 and D3 Receptors Video

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Understanding D2 and D3 Receptors Video

This video discusses the role of D2 and D3 receptors, 2 dopamine receptors that function as autoreceptors to help control dopamine release in the brain. They are believed to play an important role in mood regulation, particularly in patients with schizophrenia.

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Child Mania Rating Scale – Parent Version (CMRS-P)

Psychiatric Scales

Child Mania Rating Scale – Parent Version (CMRS-P)

The Child Mania Rating Scale–Parent Version (CMRS-P) is a parent-report rating scale designed to assess manic symptoms in children and adolescents.1 Adapted from Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fourth Edition (DSM-4) criteria for mania, the CMRS-P provides a reliable and validated method to differentiate pediatric mania from attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).1,2
Pediatric Positive and Negative Syndrome Scale (Kiddie-PANSS)

Psychiatric Scales

Pediatric Positive and Negative Syndrome Scale (Kiddie-PANSS)

The Kiddie Positive and Negative Syndrome Scale (Kiddie-PANSS) is a 30-item clinician-rated instrument adapted from the adult PANSS to evaluate schizophrenia symptom severity in children and adolescents. It is designed to assess the severity of positive, negative, and general psychopathology symptoms in pediatric schizophrenia spectrum disorders. It modifies item wording and administration methods for developmental appropriateness.1
SF-12 Health Survey (SF-12v2)

Psychiatric Scales

SF-12 Health Survey (SF-12v2)

The SF-12 Health Survey version 2 is a brief, 12-item questionnaire designed to measure overall physical and mental health status across 8 domains.  
Introduction to Bipolar Disorder Video

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Introduction to Bipolar Disorder Video

Tina Matthews Hayes, DNP, FNP, PMHNP provides an overview of bipolar disorder, including common symptoms and the value of earning your patient’s trust.

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