Pearls and Prep

There are two kinds of clinicians—the ones who follow algorithms, and the ones who understand the “why.” Patients know the difference. Know the WHY! Join our clinical library today on PATREON! 👉 https://www.patreon.com/PearlsandPrep We're diving into tardive dyskinesia today, and trust me, this is something you definitely want to know about. We’re breaking down what it is, how to spot it, and wha...

There are two kinds of clinicians—the ones who follow algorithms, and the ones who understand the “why.” Patients know the difference. Know the WHY! Join our clinical library today on PATREON! 👉 https://www.patreon.com/PearlsandPrep We're diving into the world of tardive dyskinesia today, and let me tell ya, it's a biggie! We're breaking down the nitty-gritty of assessing risk and figuring out wh...

There are two kinds of clinicians—the ones who follow algorithms, and the ones who understand the “why.” Patients know the difference. Know the WHY! Join our clinical library today on PATREON! 👉 https://www.patreon.com/PearlsandPrep We're diving into the wild world of flying phobias today, and trust me, it's a bumpy ride! Our buddy Aaron (mock patient) is sweating bullets over his upcoming 17-hou...

There are two kinds of clinicians—the ones who follow algorithms, and the ones who understand the “why.” Patients know the difference. Know the WHY! Join our clinical library today on PATREON! 👉 https://www.patreon.com/PearlsandPrep Today we're diving into a wild case about a guy named Dustin (mock patient) who's convinced that ninjas are lurking around, waiting to attack him if he steps outside....

This episode elucidates six critical pearls concerning major depressive disorder with psychotic features, emphasizing its severity and implications for treatment. The first salient point underscores that this condition represents not merely a variant of depression, but a significant clinical challenge, characterized by a markedly elevated risk of relapse, hospitalization, and mortality. As we delv...

There are two kinds of clinicians—the ones who follow algorithms, and the ones who understand the “why.” Patients know the difference. Know the WHY! Join our clinical library today on PATREON! 👉 https://www.patreon.com/PearlsandPrep Alright, folks, get ready to dive into the nitty-gritty of medication management because understanding autoreceptors is the name of the game! Seriously, if we wanna w...

Today, we're diving into the wild world of Topamax, and trust me, this ain’t your typical med talk. We’re breaking it down with a super chill McDonald's analogy that’ll leave you nodding along and maybe craving a burger. Basically, Topamax is like the manager at a chaotic fast-food joint, keeping things in line by blocking sodium and calcium channels while sweetening the deal with GABA enhancement...

There are two kinds of clinicians—the ones who follow algorithms, and the ones who understand the “why.” Patients know the difference. Know the WHY! Join our clinical library today on PATREON! 👉 https://www.patreon.com/PearlsandPrep We're diving deep into the world of ferritin in this episode, and trust me, it’s a big deal! We’re shining a light on how this little protein is a major player when i...

There are two kinds of clinicians—the ones who follow algorithms, and the ones who understand the “why.” Patients know the difference. Know the WHY! Join our clinical library today on PATREON! 👉 https://www.patreon.com/PearlsandPrep We're diving deep into the world of hydroxyzine, and let me tell you, this med is more than just your average chill pill. It's often overlooked, but it packs a punch...

There are two kinds of clinicians—the ones who follow algorithms, and the ones who understand the “why.” Patients know the difference. Know the WHY! Join our clinical library today on PATREON! 👉 https://www.patreon.com/PearlsandPrep We're diving into the nitty-gritty of a super cool antidepressant called Auvelity today. This bad boy is one of the first fresh faces in the antidepressant world in o...

There are two kinds of clinicians—the ones who follow algorithms, and the ones who understand the “why.” Patients know the difference. Know the WHY! Join our clinical library today on PATREON! 👉 https://www.patreon.com/PearlsandPrep We dive into a real head-scratcher today, tackling the case of (MOCK PATIENT) Henrietta, a 42-year-old woman who’s found herself in a bit of a pickle with some gambli...

Today, we delve into the intricate subject of major depressive disorder (MDD) and its myriad specifiers, underscoring the essential point that depression is not monolithic; rather, it presents in diverse forms that necessitate precise understanding for effective treatment. As we navigate the complexities of this disorder, it becomes evident that recognizing specific features—such as mixed features...

There are two kinds of clinicians—the ones who follow algorithms, and the ones who understand the “why.” Patients know the difference. Know the WHY! Join our clinical library today on PATREON! 👉 https://www.patreon.com/PearlsandPrep Today, we're diving into the world of Luvox, an SSRI that you probably haven’t prescribed before, but trust me, it’s got some serious potential. We’re breaking down w...

There are two kinds of clinicians—the ones who follow algorithms, and the ones who understand the “why.” Patients know the difference. Know the WHY! Join our clinical library today on PATREON! 👉 https://www.patreon.com/PearlsandPrep Today, we’re diving into the big bad three neurotransmitters: serotonin, dopamine, and norepinephrine. Forget what you think you know about these guys—serotonin isn’t...

There are two kinds of clinicians—the ones who follow algorithms, and the ones who understand the “why.” Patients know the difference. Know the WHY! Join our clinical library today on PATREON! 👉 https://www.patreon.com/PearlsandPrep Today, we're diving into the nitty-gritty of diagnosing a tricky case: is it a delusional disorder or OCD? Picture this: you've got Jane, our mock patient, who’s conv...

There are two kinds of clinicians—the ones who follow algorithms, and the ones who understand the “why.” Patients know the difference. Know the WHY! Join our clinical library today on PATREON! 👉 https://www.patreon.com/PearlsandPrep Today, we're diving into the nitty-gritty of antipsychotic switching, and trust me, it’s not as straightforward as flipping a light switch. We’ve got six pearls lined...

There are two kinds of clinicians—the ones who follow algorithms, and the ones who understand the “why.” Patients know the difference. Know the WHY! Join our clinical library today on PATREON! 👉 https://www.patreon.com/PearlsandPrep Today’s episode is all about diagnosing and treating OCD, specifically through the case of Terri, our imaginary patient who’s wrestling with some pretty gnarly intrus...

There are two kinds of clinicians—the ones who follow algorithms, and the ones who understand the “why.” Patients know the difference. Know the WHY! Join our clinical library today on PATREON! 👉 https://www.patreon.com/PearlsandPrep Today, we’re diving into the wild world of OCD, using our mock patient Terri as a case study. She’s been battling some seriously gnarly intrusive thoughts and rituals...

Today, we're diving into the wild world of Major Depressive Disorder with mixed features—yeah, it's as tricky as it sounds! We’re chatting about how this gray area in mental health can really throw a wrench in the works for both patients and clinicians. Did you know that around one in five folks with MDD has these mixed features? That's a number that gets my attention! We're breaking down the chal...

There are two kinds of clinicians—the ones who follow algorithms, and the ones who understand the “why.” Patients know the difference. Know the WHY! Join our clinical library today on PATREON! 👉 https://www.patreon.com/PearlsandPrep We're diving deep into schizophrenia today, and let me tell ya, we’re shining a big ol’ spotlight on the often-overlooked negative symptoms. You know how everyone’s q...

There are two kinds of clinicians—the ones who follow algorithms, and the ones who understand the “why.” Patients know the difference. Know the WHY! Join our clinical library today on PATREON! 👉 https://www.patreon.com/PearlsandPrep Today, we're diving deep into the world of schizophrenia, specifically zeroing in on those pesky negative symptoms that can seriously cramp a person’s style. We’ve go...

https://www.patreon.com/c/PearlsandPrep — Access Full Clinical Library here!!! We’re diving into a gnarly showdown between persistent depressive disorder and borderline personality disorder today. Like, if you’ve ever been stumped by the similarities between the two, you’re not alone—trust me, it can be a real brain teaser! We’ll explore a mock case study featuring Mara, a 34-year-old who’s been f...

There are two kinds of clinicians—the ones who follow algorithms, and the ones who understand the “why.” Patients know the difference. Know the WHY! Join our clinical library today on PATREON! 👉 https://www.patreon.com/PearlsandPrep We're diving deep into Trazodone today, and let me tell you, it's way more than just a sleep aid. If you get a grip on Trazodone, you’re basically unlocking the door...

There are two kinds of clinicians—the ones who follow algorithms, and the ones who understand the “why.” Patients know the difference. Know the WHY! Join our clinical library today on PATREON! 👉 https://www.patreon.com/PearlsandPrep Gabapentin is the star of today’s show, and let me tell you, it’s a medication that’s both fascinating and misunderstood. We dive into why it’s probably underprescrib...

There are two kinds of clinicians—the ones who follow algorithms, and the ones who understand the “why.” Patients know the difference. Know the WHY! Join our clinical library today on PATREON! 👉 https://www.patreon.com/PearlsandPrep Today, we're diving into the surprising world of anxiety disorders and uncovering the fact that the most common one out there is actually a specific phobia. Yep, you...