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Alprazolam (Xanax) Fact Sheet for General Psychiatry

November 3, 2025

Daniel Carlat, MD and Talia Puzantian, PharmD, BCPP

Dr. Carlat and Dr. Puzantian have no financial relationships with companies related to this material.
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Alprazolam is fast-acting and effective for generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) and panic disorder, but its short duration of action may contribute to breakthrough symptoms between doses and make withdrawal more difficult.

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Anxiolytic and Hypnotic Medications General Tips on Psychopharmacology

November 3, 2025

Daniel Carlat, MD and Talia Puzantian, PharmD, BCPP

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Although antidepressants are arguably the most effective medications for anxiety disorders, in this chapter, we focus on benzodiazepines and other drugs used specifically for symptoms of anxiety or anxiety disorders.

Algorithm

Anxiety Disorders Treatment Algorithm

November 3, 2025

Daniel Carlat, MD and Talia Puzantian, PharmD, BCPP

Dr. Carlat and Dr. Puzantian have no financial relationships with companies related to this material.
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Anxiety treatment algorithm

Psychiatry Practice Boosters, Fifth Edition (2026)

PDF/eBook, CME Post-Test, and Study Guide Access

November 3, 2025

Jesse Koskey, MD. and Zachary Davis

Dr. Koskey and Zachary Davis have no financial relationships with companies related to this material.

This page has links and instructions for downloading your PDF and eBook copies of Psychiatry Practice Boosters, Fifth Edition (2026) and completing the 10 CME Post-Test.

How to Explain TMS

November 3, 2025

Chris Aiken, MD and Kellie Newsome, PMHNP

Do TMS and psychotherapy share a common mechanism? We talk with Owen Muir about how to engage patients with this magnetic therapy.

How to Switch ADHD Meds Safely

October 29, 2025

Daniel Carlat, MD

Most patients don’t stay on the first stimulant we try. Here’s how to switch safely, without the confusion.

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Psychiatry Practice Boosters, Fifth Edition (2026)

PDF/eBook, CME Post-Test, and Study Guide Access

October 24, 2025

Jesse Koskey, MD. and Zachary Davis

Dr. Koskey and Zachary Davis have no financial relationships with companies related to this material.

This page has links and instructions for downloading your PDF and eBook copies of Psychiatry Practice Boosters, Fifth Edition (2026) and completing the 10 CME Post-Test.