Psych Congress 2023 Brochure - 31

SUNDAY
September 10
7:30 AM-8:45 AM
i nno v a tion t hea ter s
Breakfast will be served.
Innovation Theaters are informational sessions
designed to complement your educational
experience by further enhancing your knowledge
and confidence of disease-states or products. No CE
credits are offered at these programs.
9:00 AM-10:15 AM
Managing Adverse Effects of
Atypical Antipsychotics
speaker: CHristopH Correl, MD
traCk(s): psyCHotiC DisorDers,
Depressive DisorDers
Atypical antipsychotics are commonly prescribed for
the treatment of various psychiatric disorders, but
their use can be associated with a range of adverse
effects. The session will cover the most common
side effects associated with atypical antipsychotics,
including metabolic disturbances, movement
disorders, and cardiovascular complications.
Strategies for managing these side effects, such
as prescribing adjunctive medications, lifestyle
modifications, and patient education will be
discussed. Attendees will leave with a deeper
understanding of the side effects of atypical
antipsychotics and the skills to effectively manage
them in their clinical practice.
Current State of Cannabis
speaker: anDrew penn, Ms, pMHnp
traCk(s): integrative Care
The use of medical marijuana has gained significant
attention and controversy in recent years. In this
session, we will explore the current state of the
science of cannabis and its use as medical marijuana,
including its potential benefits, risks, and interactions
with medications. This session aims to provide
attendees with a comprehensive understanding
of the current landscape of medical marijuana and
equip them with the knowledge they need to make
informed decisions about its use.
Clinicians Advocating for Change:
Importance of Public Policy
Engagement for Enhancing Patient
Care
speaker: anDrew sMitH, Msw, MpH
traCk: patient aDvoCaCy
Advocacy can bring about
significant positive change for
mental healthcare providers and
their patients. It can improve access to care, increase
funding for mental health services, and promote
better mental health policies. By sharing stories of
successful advocacy campaigns, we hope to inspire
attendees to become more involved in advocacy
efforts and make a difference in their communities.
We will also discuss practical ways to get people
more involved in advocacy, such as forming
coalitions, using social media, and reaching out to
local lawmakers. By the end of this session, attendees
will be equipped with the knowledge and tools they
need to become effective advocates for mental
healthcare in their communities.
develoPed in PartnershiP with the dePression
and biPolar suPPort alliance.
Psych Congress has partnered with the Depression
and Bipolar Support Alliance to deliver advanced
education on mood disorders including depression
and bipolar disorder, which affect over 21 million
Americans and account for over 50% of the nation's
suicides every year.
10:30 AM-11:45 AM
m aster c lass s eries
These highly interactive accredited educational
sessions offer a comprehensive and practical look
into a diverse array of mental health conditions.
Both seasoned and early-career mental health
professionals will benefit from the knowledge
and insights shared by our diverse team of expert
clinical faculty. Complementing the overall
agenda, these sessions provide a deep dive into
emerging therapies, new treatment formulations,
and management of the most complex patients,
and are designed to answer your most challenging
questions. Supported by educational grants and with
a focus on translating current research into practical,
real-world applications, these sessions will help you
to effectively integrate the latest advances in mental
healthcare into clinical practice, enhancing your
professional skills and improving patient outcomes.
12:00 PM-1:15 PM
i nno v a tion t hea ter s
Lunch will be served.
Innovation Theaters are informational sessions
designed to complement your educational
experience by further enhancing your knowledge
and confidence of disease-states or products. No CE
credits are offered at these programs.
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