E260 - How AI and Chatbots Are Shaping Mental Health Care with Dr. Steven Chan
Release Date: 07/30/2025
E273 - Busting Myths About Antidepressants with Dr. Jeffrey Strawn
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In this episode, Dr. Andy Cutler and Dr. Jeff Strawn unpack common misconceptions that complicate real-world use of antidepressants. They review evidence on efficacy, suicidality risk, mechanisms, and early side effects, and discuss how to navigate hesitancy and misinformation. The conversation also addresses when to start medication, how to balance caution with timely intervention in youth, and practical ways to strengthen trust and therapeutic alliance. Jeffrey R. Strawn, MD, FAACAP, is a Professor of Psychiatry, Pediatrics,...
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E272 - Our Most Downloaded Episode of 2025: Borderline Personality Disorder with Dr. Carla Sharp
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As 2025 comes to an end, we revisit our most downloaded episode of the year. Join Dr. Andy Cutler and Dr. Carla Sharp as they explore the current conceptualization of borderline personality disorder (BPD), including diagnostic challenges, evidence-based treatments, and strategies to reduce stigma by framing BPD as a treatable condition. The conversation also highlights recent updates to the APA’s BPD guidelines and what they mean for clinical practice. Carla Sharp, PhD is a distinguished clinical psychologist specializing in developmental psychopathology, particularly...
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E271 - A Look Back at This Year in Psychopharmacology with Dr. Roger McIntyre
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Join Drs. Andy Cutler and Roger McIntyre as they discuss the most significant advancements in psychopharmacology over the past year. Their conversation highlights groundbreaking developments and innovations in the field of psychiatry. Roger McIntyre, MD, FRCPC, is a globally recognized psychiatrist and psychopharmacologist who holds pivotal roles in academia, research, and leadership. His research primarily focuses on the phenomenology, neurobiology, and development of novel therapeutics for mood disorders. Dr. McIntyre is currently a Professor of Psychiatry and...
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E270 - (CME) Complex Depression: Treating Beyond the Standard Algorithm
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In this CME episode, Dr. Andy Cutler talks with Drs. Stephen Stahl and Roger McIntyre about recognizing and managing complex depression, particularly major depressive episodes with mixed or anxious features. They discuss how these specifiers affect diagnosis, symptom severity, and treatment response, and explore evidence-based strategies for optimizing outcomes through individualized and adjunctive approaches. Create a free NEI guest account and obtain CME/CE by participating in this activity here: Never miss an episode!🎙SUBSCRIBE to the NEI Podcast– available on all your favorite...
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E269 - (CME) Navigating Complexity: Personalized Treatment Approaches Across the Stages of Bipolar I Disorder
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In this CME episode, Dr. Andy Cutler and Dr. Christoph Correll discuss the complexities of managing bipolar disorder, with a focus on recognizing and treating mixed states. They address overlapping manic and depressive symptoms, comorbidities, and the importance of shared decision-making, family involvement, and patient education. The conversation also explores strategies to improve adherence, the impact of substance use, and the value of a collaborative, individualized approach to long-term stability and recovery. Create a free NEI guest account and obtain CME/CE by participating in this...
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E268 - 2025 NEI Fall Congress Extended Q&A with Drs. Brittany Albright, Lori Davis, Leslie Citrome, and Jeffrey Strawn
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This episode includes extended Q&A sessions that address your unanswered questions from the following presentations delivered at the 2025 Fall Congress in Colorado Springs, Colorado: (00:22) A Discussion of Substance: Supporting Meaningful Improvements in the Lives of Patients Struggling With Substance Use Disorders by Brittany Albright, MD, MPH and Hara Oyedeji, DNP, PMHNP-BC (Q&A with ) (34:08) Nightmares and Brainscapes: Emerging Therapeutic Avenues in the Treatment of PTSD by Lori Davis, MD and Andrew...
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E267 - Re-release: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Pathophysiology of Catatonia with Dr. Joan Striebel
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In recognition of Stress Awareness Week, the NEI Podcast revisits a vital conversation with Dr. Joan Striebel about the syndrome of catatonia—a condition that can emerge from profound psychological or physiological stress. Dr. Andy Cutler and Dr. Striebel discuss its dynamic presentation, the importance of treating underlying causes, and why clinicians should maintain a high index of suspicion when evaluating complex or unexplained psychiatric symptoms. This re-release highlights key insights to help clinicians recognize and manage catatonia more effectively in practice. Never miss...
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E266 - ADHD Treatment in the Real World: Prescribing Trends and Patient Outcomes with Dr. Ryan Sultán
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In this episode, Dr. Andy Cutler talks with Dr. Ryan Sultán about the evolving landscape of ADHD—why diagnoses and prescriptions have risen across age groups, what recent prescribing data reveal, and how these trends align with real-world clinical experience. They explore how ADHD medications affect not just symptoms but broader outcomes like school, work, and safety, while also addressing concerns about overdiagnosis, misuse, and disparities in access to care. Dr. Ryan Sultan is a board-certified adult and  and assistant professor at Columbia University Irving...
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E265 - Beyond Dopamine: Evolving Strategies for Antipsychotic Switching in Schizophrenia with Dr. Peter Weiden
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In this episode, Dr. Andy Cutler interviews Dr. Peter Weiden about when and how to switch antipsychotics in schizophrenia, tackling both the pitfalls and opportunities clinicians face in practice. They also explore how xanomeline–trospium has opened the door to treatments beyond dopamine and what this shift means for the future of care. Peter J. Weiden, MD, is a psychiatrist and internationally recognized expert in the pharmacologic treatment of schizophrenia. His research and clinical work have focused on antipsychotic effectiveness, switching strategies, and medication adherence,...
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E264 - (CME) Pediatric Bipolar Disorder: Differentiation, Treatment, and Transitioning to Adult Care
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In this CME episode, Dr. Andy Cutler speaks with Dr. Manpreet Singh, the Robert H. Putnam Endowed Chair in Bipolar Research and Treatment at UC Davis, about the challenges of diagnosing and treating pediatric bipolar disorder. Dr. Singh shares evidence-based strategies for treatment, management of bipolar depression and medication side effects, and best practices for long-term care and transitioning youth into adult services. NEI Members can earn CME/CE by participating in this activity here: Never miss an episode!🎙SUBSCRIBE to the NEI Podcast–...
info_outlineIn this episode, Dr. Andy Cutler interviews Dr. Steven Chan about the evolving role of artificial intelligence (AI) in psychiatry. They explore practical, real-world applications of AI in clinical settings, highlighting both the benefits and limitations of current technologies. The conversation also looks ahead to the future of AI in mental health care as advancements continue to accelerate.
Steven Chan, MD, MBA, is a clinical informaticist and psychiatrist, as well as a Clinical Assistant Professor at the Stanford University School of Medicine. He is also the Chief Technology Officer and co-founder of AsyncHealth. Dr. Chan’s research focuses on telepsychiatry and digital mental health.
Andrew J. Cutler, MD, is a distinguished psychiatrist and researcher with extensive experience in clinical trials and psychopharmacology. He currently serves as the Chief Medical Officer of Neuroscience Education Institute and holds the position of Clinical Associate Professor of Psychiatry at SUNY Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, New York.
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