Carmen Kosicek, MSN, PMHNP-BC

Panelists discuss early signs of a positive response to treatment in postpartum depression (PPD), the specific symptoms to monitor, obstacles to accessing timely care in underserved populations, the role of family and community resources in recovery, key competencies for clinicians in addressing urgent PPD cases, and essential elements of a comprehensive, patient-centered treatment plan that balances medication, therapy, and support resources.

Panelists discuss the strategic decision-making process for choosing among selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), rapid-onset treatments like zuranolone, and nonmedication therapies for postpartum depression (PPD), emphasizing the importance of treatment speed, severity of symptoms, and patient preferences.

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Panelists discuss how to diagnose postpartum depression (PPD) promptly using tools such as standardized screening questionnaires, especially in busy or resource-limited settings, and explore strategies to enhance PPD screening in underserved and minority populations in which symptoms may be underreported, while also considering the role of the case study patient’s family history in identifying her PPD symptoms.

Panelists discuss how specific symptoms, such as persistent sadness, emotional numbness, and disconnection from the baby, help distinguish postpartum depression (PPD) from postpartum anxiety or “baby blues,” and how to approach assessing a patient such as Emily, who is experiencing these symptoms for the first time despite previous pregnancies.

Panelists discuss how the recent FDA-approved treatments for postpartum depression (PPD), including zuranolone and brexanolone , offer new options for rapid symptom relief and improve the management of severe PPD cases.

Panelists discuss how postpartum depression (PPD) is recognized and managed, highlighting current diagnostic practices, treatment options, and the role of emerging therapies in improving outcomes for affected individuals.

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Carmen Kosicek, MSN, PMHNP-BC, and team share their excitement over potential new options pending the FDA's Advisory Committee meeting.

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Roger S. McIntyre, MD, FRCPC, and Carmen Kosicek, MSN, PMHNP-BC, discuss the future of MDD treatment and share closing thoughts.

Carmen Kosicek, MSN, PMHNP-BC, shares tips with patients about the use of zuranolone to treat MDD.

Experts in psychiatry review adverse effects of zuranolone, a γ-aminobutyric acid (GABA) receptor modulator, in the treatment of MDD.

Roger S. McIntyre, MD, FRCPC, comments on the paradigm shift of the frequency of dosing in the treatment of MDD, highlighting GABAergic modulating treatments, as well as the use of therapy to improve mental health.

Carmen Kosicek, MSN, PMHNP-BC, shares considerations on the perception of mental health treatment among diverse cultures and ages within the United States.

Experts in psychiatry comment on the use of GABAa receptor modulators in the treatment of major depressive disorder (MDD), highlighting zuranolone.

Roger S. McIntyre, MD, FRCPC; and Carmen Kosicek, MSN, PMHNP-BC; review the mechanism of action of newer therapies in MDD treatment.

Roger S. McIntyre, MD, FRCPC; and Carmen Kosicek, MSN, PMHNP-BC, discuss provider and patient communication about the time to onset of action of major depressive disorder (MDD) treatments and when the patient can expect to see a difference.

Roger S. McIntyre, MD, FRCPC, discusses the history of psychiatry and the conventional treatment and response times, leading into the current treatment armamentarium for treatment of major depressive disorder (MDD).

Carmen Kosicek, MSN, PMHNP-BC, reviews the definition of “rapid-acting” therapies as well as their role in treating major depressive disorder (MDD).

Carmen Kosicek, MSN, PMHNP-BC; Charles Montano, MD; and Gus Alva, MD, DFAPA, provide take-home messages for the management of patients with MDD and other depressive disorders.

Experts in psychiatry examine emerging agents and unmet needs for the management of MDD.

Charles Montano, MD, and Carmen Kosicek, MSN, PMHNP-BC, comment on the impact of various classes of MDD treatments on time to achieve goals and/or response.

Carmen Kosicek, MSN, PMHNP-BC, leads a discussion on the level of satisfaction for both patients and providers with currently available MDD treatment options, barriers to access, and the impact of residual symptoms on a patient’s quality of life.

Experts in psychiatry share their treatment approaches for the management of episodic and chronic MDD.

Charles Montano, MD, and Carmen Kosicek, MSN, PMHNP-BC, review currently available treatment options for the management of MDD and criteria used for treatment selection.

Charles Montano, MD, and Carmen Kosicek, MSN, PMHNP-BC, provide advice regarding monitoring for adverse events and compliance with different classes of MDD treatment and review suggestions for follow-up and special patient populations.

Experts in psychiatry share their thoughts on the perception of MDD within the healthcare community and the implications of this condition being viewed as chronic vs episodic.