Coverage for working in inpatient units, emergency rooms, and consult liaison work https://www.thecarlatreport.com/rss en-us Begin preparation at least six months before conception to ensure stability, switch to safer medications, and manage psychosocial stressors. Begin preparation at least six months before conception to ensure stability, switch to safer medications, and manage psychosocial stressors.

   

]]> http://www.thecarlatreport.com/blogs/1/post/6321 Sat, 06 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.thecarlatreport.com/blogs/1-the-carlat-psychiatry-blog/post/6321-treatment-of-bipolar-disorder-in-pregnant-and-postpartum-women-a-free-review-sheet WMH_Course_Graphic.png Drug-drug interactions are critical to monitor in older adults due to the high prevalence of polypharmacy in this population. Drug-drug interactions are critical to monitor in older adults due to the high prevalence of polypharmacy in this population. 

]]> http://www.thecarlatreport.com/blogs/1/post/6319 Sat, 06 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.thecarlatreport.com/blogs/1-the-carlat-psychiatry-blog/post/6319-free-sample-resource-most-common-clinically-significant-drug-interactions-in-psychiatry HFB1e_Cover3D.png Table: Psychiatric Medications in Pregnancy and Lactation Table: Psychiatric Medications in Pregnancy and Lactation]]> http://www.thecarlatreport.com/articles/6261 Fri, 24 Apr 2026 17:00:36 -0400 https://www.thecarlatreport.com/articles/6261-table-psychiatric-medications-in-pregnancy-and-lactation When new mothers are admitted to the inpatient psychiatric unit, they might ask about the safety of taking psychiatric medications while breastfeeding. When new mothers are admitted to the inpatient psychiatric unit, they might ask about the safety of taking psychiatric medications while breastfeeding.

]]> http://www.thecarlatreport.com/articles/5320 Fri, 24 Apr 2026 17:00:36 -0400 https://www.thecarlatreport.com/articles/5320-use-of-psychiatric-medications-in-breastfeeding-patients Prenatal depression is common, affecting 10%–15% of pregnant patients. Prenatal depression is common, affecting 10%–15% of pregnant patients.

]]> http://www.thecarlatreport.com/articles/6257 Fri, 24 Apr 2026 16:38:54 -0400 https://www.thecarlatreport.com/articles/6257-depression-in-pregnancy-diagnosis-and-treatment Many of your patients will most likely have been exposed to significant trauma, such as adverse childhood experiences, domestic or sexual violence, and the hardships associated with homelessness or substance use. Many of your patients will most likely have been exposed to significant trauma, such as adverse childhood experiences, domestic or sexual violence, and the hardships associated with homelessness or substance use.

]]> http://www.thecarlatreport.com/articles/6256 Fri, 24 Apr 2026 16:38:54 -0400 https://www.thecarlatreport.com/articles/6256-ptsd-diagnosis-and-treatment Generally, when pressed for time, most clinicians will use one of the following online drug interaction checkers. Generally, when pressed for time, most clinicians will use one of the following online drug interaction checkers.

]]> http://www.thecarlatreport.com/articles/5280 Sun, 19 Apr 2026 15:43:40 -0400 https://www.thecarlatreport.com/articles/5280-clinically-significant-drug-interactions Atomoxetine treats attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children, adolescents, and adults. Atomoxetine treats attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children, adolescents, and adults.

]]> http://www.thecarlatreport.com/articles/6037 Fri, 17 Apr 2026 16:35:47 -0400 https://www.thecarlatreport.com/articles/6037-atomoxetine-strattera-fact-sheet-for-patients Patients with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) may be admitted to inpatient units for a variety of reasons. Patients with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) may be admitted to inpatient units for a variety of reasons.

]]> http://www.thecarlatreport.com/articles/5195 Fri, 17 Apr 2026 16:35:47 -0400 https://www.thecarlatreport.com/articles/5195-autism-spectrum-disorder Patients with borderline personality disorder (BPD) account for about 20% of psychiatric inpatients and can often present challenges on the unit. In this fact sheet, we describe a systematic approach to diagnosis. Patients with borderline personality disorder (BPD) account for about 20% of psychiatric inpatients and can often present challenges on the unit. In this fact sheet, we describe a systematic approach to diagnosis.

]]> http://www.thecarlatreport.com/articles/6092 Fri, 17 Apr 2026 15:35:32 -0400 https://www.thecarlatreport.com/articles/6092-borderline-personality-disorder-diagnosis-and-treatment Personality disorders (PDs) are enduring patterns of behavior, cognition, and emotional regulation that can complicate treatment and disrupt the therapeutic environment of the unit. Personality disorders (PDs) are enduring patterns of behavior, cognition, and emotional regulation that can complicate treatment and disrupt the therapeutic environment of the unit. 

]]> http://www.thecarlatreport.com/articles/6091 Fri, 17 Apr 2026 15:35:32 -0400 https://www.thecarlatreport.com/articles/6091-overview-of-personality-disorders Providing patients with resources as they transition from inpatient psychiatric units to outpatient care is vital for their continued support and recovery. Providing patients with resources as they transition from inpatient psychiatric units to outpatient care is vital for their continued support and recovery. 

]]> http://www.thecarlatreport.com/articles/6019 Fri, 17 Apr 2026 15:35:32 -0400 https://www.thecarlatreport.com/articles/6019-transitioning-to-outpatient-carea-guide-to-national-mental-health-resources Supportive therapy is a psychotherapeutic approach focused on providing emotional and practical support and strengthening a patient's coping mechanisms. Supportive therapy is a psychotherapeutic approach focused on providing emotional and practical support and strengthening a patient's coping mechanisms. 

]]> http://www.thecarlatreport.com/articles/6018 Fri, 17 Apr 2026 15:35:32 -0400 https://www.thecarlatreport.com/articles/6018-supportive-therapy-in-an-inpatient-psychiatric-hospital Coding inpatient psychiatric visits is a way of briefly describing how much work you did and therefore how much money the insurance company should pay for the visit. Coding inpatient psychiatric visits is a way of briefly describing how much work you did and therefore how much money the insurance company should pay for the visit. 

]]> http://www.thecarlatreport.com/articles/5154 Fri, 17 Apr 2026 15:35:32 -0400 https://www.thecarlatreport.com/articles/5154-coding-and-billing-protocols After reading these articles, you should be able to… After reading these articles, you should be able to…

]]> http://www.thecarlatreport.com/articles/5912 Wed, 01 Apr 2026 01:00:00 -0400 https://www.thecarlatreport.com/articles/5912-learning-objectives-workplace-violence-prediction-and-prevention-chpr-april-may-june-2026 By successfully completing the test you will be awarded a certificate for 2 CME credit. By successfully completing the test you will be awarded a certificate for 2 CME credit.

]]> http://www.thecarlatreport.com/articles/5905 Wed, 01 Apr 2026 01:00:00 -0400 https://www.thecarlatreport.com/articles/5905-cme-post-test-workplace-violence-prediction-and-prevention-april-may-june-2026 A large national cohort study shows that serious medical illness independently raises suicide risk—even without prior psychiatric diagnosis. Gastrointestinal disease, cancer, and blood disorders stand out. For hospitalized patients with new or disabling medical conditions, suicide screening and safety planning remain essential parts of care. A large national cohort study shows that serious medical illness independently raises suicide risk—even without prior psychiatric diagnosis. Gastrointestinal disease, cancer, and blood disorders stand out. For hospitalized patients with new or disabling medical conditions, suicide screening and safety planning remain essential parts of care.

]]> http://www.thecarlatreport.com/articles/5911 Wed, 01 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.thecarlatreport.com/articles/5911-risk-of-suicide-across-medical-conditions-and-the-role-of-mental-disorder Do antipsychotics during pregnancy increase long-term neurodevelopmental risk? Large US and Nordic registry studies, along with prospective data, provide reassuring findings. After adjusting for maternal illness, prenatal exposure was not meaningfully associated with intellectual, language, or learning disorders—important context for shared decision-making. Do antipsychotics during pregnancy increase long-term neurodevelopmental risk? Large US and Nordic registry studies, along with prospective data, provide reassuring findings. After adjusting for maternal illness, prenatal exposure was not meaningfully associated with intellectual, language, or learning disorders—important context for shared decision-making.

]]> http://www.thecarlatreport.com/articles/5910 Wed, 01 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.thecarlatreport.com/articles/5910-prenatal-antipsychotic-exposure-reassuring-long-term-data When should you suspect a genetic syndrome in an adult psychiatric patient? This review highlights red flags—autism, intellectual disability, dysmorphic features, family patterns—and walks through practical testing strategies. Learn when to order chromosomal microarray and Fragile X testing, and how results can reshape treatment and family counseling. When should you suspect a genetic syndrome in an adult psychiatric patient? This review highlights red flags—autism, intellectual disability, dysmorphic features, family patterns—and walks through practical testing strategies. Learn when to order chromosomal microarray and Fragile X testing, and how results can reshape treatment and family counseling.

]]> http://www.thecarlatreport.com/articles/5909 Wed, 01 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.thecarlatreport.com/articles/5909-genetic-conditions-with-psychiatric-manifestations IV ketamine offers rapid antidepressant effects that align with the pace of inpatient care. Dr. Benjamin Brody explains how to implement subanesthetic infusions safely, monitor for dissociation and hemodynamic changes, select appropriate patients, and plan maintenance strategies once patients leave the unit. IV ketamine offers rapid antidepressant effects that align with the pace of inpatient care. Dr. Benjamin Brody explains how to implement subanesthetic infusions safely, monitor for dissociation and hemodynamic changes, select appropriate patients, and plan maintenance strategies once patients leave the unit.

]]> http://www.thecarlatreport.com/articles/5908 Wed, 01 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.thecarlatreport.com/articles/5908-ketamine-treatment-in-inpatient-psychiatry-what-clinicians-need-to-know CHPR_QA2 Benjamin Brody_photo_sm.png How well can we predict violence on the unit or in the ED? Dr. Heba Mesbah reviews the evidence behind tools like the BVC, DASA, OVA, and ABRAT. Learn which instruments fit inpatient settings, how often to reassess, and how structured tools can strengthen—rather than replace—clinical judgment. How well can we predict violence on the unit or in the ED? Dr. Heba Mesbah reviews the evidence behind tools like the BVC, DASA, OVA, and ABRAT. Learn which instruments fit inpatient settings, how often to reassess, and how structured tools can strengthen—rather than replace—clinical judgment.

]]> http://www.thecarlatreport.com/articles/5907 Wed, 01 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.thecarlatreport.com/articles/5907-violence-prediction-and-prevention-tools CHPR_QA1_Heba Mesbah_photo_sm.png Learn how to strengthen team protocols before crises unfold. Learn how to strengthen team protocols before crises unfold.

]]> http://www.thecarlatreport.com/articles/5906 Wed, 01 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.thecarlatreport.com/articles/5906-violence-prevention-in-acute-psychiatric-settings-staying-safe-in-challenging-environments CHPR_AprMayJun_2026_Image.jpg Can TMS be used safely and effectively in the hospital? Dr. Nicholas Trapp shares insights on inpatient protocols, accelerated treatments like SAINT, and how to overcome logistical barriers. Can TMS be used safely and effectively in the hospital? Dr. Nicholas Trapp shares insights on inpatient protocols, accelerated treatments like SAINT, and how to overcome logistical barriers.

]]> http://www.thecarlatreport.com/articles/5869 Thu, 01 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.thecarlatreport.com/articles/5869-beyond-meds-tms-in-acute-psychiatric-care CHPR_QA1_Nicholas Trapp_photo1_sm.png Tired of documentation dragging into your evenings? Discover how AI scribes are reshaping inpatient psychiatry. Tired of documentation dragging into your evenings? Discover how AI scribes are reshaping inpatient psychiatry.

]]> http://www.thecarlatreport.com/articles/5868 Thu, 01 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.thecarlatreport.com/articles/5868-transforming-psychiatric-documentation-the-rise-of-ai-scribes CHPR_EmergingTech_JanFebMar2026.jpg Telepsychiatry has moved from rural workaround to hospital mainstay. Whether you're consulting in the ED or rounding remotely, find out what makes this model work and where it can fall apart. Telepsychiatry has moved from rural workaround to hospital mainstay. Whether you're consulting in the ED or rounding remotely, find out what makes this model work and where it can fall apart.

]]> http://www.thecarlatreport.com/articles/5867 Thu, 01 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.thecarlatreport.com/articles/5867-telepsychiatry-in-hospital-psychiatry-from-stopgap-to-standard-care AI tools are no longer futuristic add-ons—they’re changing how we deliver therapy. Dr. Omer Liran explores the promises and pitfalls of AI-assisted mental health care, from VR-guided relaxation to real-time risk detection. AI tools are no longer futuristic add-ons—they’re changing how we deliver therapy. Dr. Omer Liran explores the promises and pitfalls of AI-assisted mental health care, from VR-guided relaxation to real-time risk detection.

]]> http://www.thecarlatreport.com/articles/5866 Thu, 01 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.thecarlatreport.com/articles/5866-ai-assisted-therapy CHPR_QA2_Omer Liran_photo_sm.png Could that “dementia” be liver-related and reversible? A large VA study reveals how often cirrhosis goes undiagnosed in older adults with cognitive decline and why checking a simple fibrosis score might change your diagnosis and your treatment plan. Could that “dementia” be liver-related and reversible? A large VA study reveals how often cirrhosis goes undiagnosed in older adults with cognitive decline and why checking a simple fibrosis score might change your diagnosis and your treatment plan.

]]> http://www.thecarlatreport.com/articles/5865 Thu, 01 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.thecarlatreport.com/articles/5865-are-we-missing-a-potentially-reversible-contributor-to-cognitive-impairment Is ketamine really more effective than an active placebo for inpatient depression? A new randomized trial puts ketamine head-to-head with midazolam, and the results may temper early enthusiasm. Is ketamine really more effective than an active placebo for inpatient depression? A new randomized trial puts ketamine head-to-head with midazolam, and the results may temper early enthusiasm.

]]> http://www.thecarlatreport.com/articles/5864 Thu, 01 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.thecarlatreport.com/articles/5864-ketamine-shows-only-modest-advantage-over-midazolam-in-inpatient-depression-treatment Can continuation and maintenance ECT (c/mECT) reduce hospitalizations and healthcare costs? A large Danish study suggests it can, especially for patients with schizophrenia or treatment-resistant illness. Explore how c/mECT could reshape long-term care planning for your most complex cases. Can continuation and maintenance ECT (c/mECT) reduce hospitalizations and healthcare costs? A large Danish study suggests it can, especially for patients with schizophrenia or treatment-resistant illness. Explore how c/mECT could reshape long-term care planning for your most complex cases.

]]> http://www.thecarlatreport.com/articles/5863 Thu, 01 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.thecarlatreport.com/articles/5863-from-acute-to-maintenance-the-role-of-ect-in-long-term-psychiatric-care By successfully completing the test you will be awarded a certificate for 2 CME credit. By successfully completing the test you will be awarded a certificate for 2 CME credit.

]]> http://www.thecarlatreport.com/articles/5862 Thu, 01 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.thecarlatreport.com/articles/5862-cme-post-test-emerging-technologies-in-hospital-psychiatry-chpr-january-february-march-2026