Psychopharmacology for the Primary Care Provider

Course overview

By the end of the presentation, the learner will be able to: Objectives: Differentiate between first-line pharmacological treatments for Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) and Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD). Identify common and high-risk side effects of atypical antipsychotics, including metabolic syndrome and extrapyramidal symptoms. Analyze patient case studies to determine appropriate medication adjustments or the need for psychiatric referral.