E17 | Tailored Treatment: The Evolving Science of Psychiatric Meds

In this episode, Taylor and Sarang walk through the evolving world of psychiatric treatment, starting with how oral medications like SSRIs, SNRIs, stimulants, and antipsychotics are used, and why tailored combinations often work better than rigid, step-by-step protocols. They also highlight the importance of off-label prescribing, especially for complex conditions like anxiety, bipolar disorder, and PTSD.

They also dive into newer tools in the psychiatric toolkit: long-acting injectables, gamified digital therapies, transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), and esketamine (Spravato). Taylor and Sarang explore how these treatments can help patients who don’t respond to conventional meds, while also pointing out the barriers like insurance, logistics, and access. It’s a grounded, practical look at how psychiatry is expanding, and what it means for real-world care.

00:00 Introduction
00:43 The Basics of Conventional Psychiatry
02:05 Medication Classes Explained
03:30 The Art of Medication Management
06:29 Stimulants and Their Use
10:04 Mood Stabilizers and Antipsychotics
12:34 Exploring Hypnotic Sedatives
16:30 Long-Acting Injectables: Pros and Cons
19:40 Transitioning to Interventional Psychiatry
22:00 Understanding TMS and Its Applications
25:05 Esketamine: A New Frontier

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Show Notes:
Whether you’re dealing with mental health issues yourself, supporting a loved one, or simply curious about the human mind, ”The Pathway” is here for you. Tune in for friendly conversations, expert advice, and a dose of empathy. Let’s walk this path together, towards better mental health and well-being.

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