Medical News & Updates

Telepsychiatry & Mental Health Discoveries

Explore medical science breakthroughs, FDA approvals, telehealth advancements, and clinical reflections curated by Isabel Zapata, PMHNP-BC.

All Medical News

14 publications found
FDA Approves SIMTRIYO (centanafadine) as a Novel Non-Stimulant Treatment for ADHD
FDA Approval
7 min25 de Julio, 2026
FDA Breakthroughs

FDA Approves SIMTRIYO (centanafadine) as a Novel Non-Stimulant Treatment for ADHD

In July 2026, the FDA approved SIMTRIYO, a groundbreaking extended-release non-stimulant therapy modulating norepinephrine and dopamine to treat adult ADHD without abuse potential.

Read full article
DEA Previews Final Permanent Rulemaking Framework for Telehealth Prescribing
DEA Regulation
6 min28 de Abril, 2026
Regulations

DEA Previews Final Permanent Rulemaking Framework for Telehealth Prescribing

In April 2026, the DEA unveiled its final draft establishing special telemedicine registration options bypassing in-person requirements for psychiatric care.

Read full article
FDA Approves New Non-Addictive Antagonist for Chronic Insomnia Management
FDA Approval
6 min19 de Abril, 2026
FDA Breakthroughs

FDA Approves New Non-Addictive Antagonist for Chronic Insomnia Management

In April 2026, the FDA approved a novel orexin receptor antagonist promoting physiological sleep without next-day grogginess or habit-forming risks.

Read full article
FDA Grants Breakthrough Designation to Targeted Neuromodulation Protocols for OCD
Clinical Science
5 min10 de Abril, 2026
FDA Breakthroughs

FDA Grants Breakthrough Designation to Targeted Neuromodulation Protocols for OCD

In April 2026, the FDA recognized a clinical breakthrough in non-invasive neuromodulation protocols for severe OCD management.

Read full article
CCHP Highlights Interstate Telehealth Licensing Compact Expansion Across Key States
Legislation
6 min24 de Marzo, 2026
Regulations

CCHP Highlights Interstate Telehealth Licensing Compact Expansion Across Key States

In March 2026, the CCHP confirmed new states joining the interstate medical compact, facilitating cross-border psychiatric care without duplicate paperwork.

Read full article
FDA Endorses Blood Biomarker Validation Guidelines for Objective PTSD Diagnosis
FDA Approval
5 min15 de Marzo, 2026
FDA Breakthroughs

FDA Endorses Blood Biomarker Validation Guidelines for Objective PTSD Diagnosis

In March 2026, the FDA issued guidelines supporting molecular blood biomarkers to complement clinical interviews for objective PTSD diagnosis.

Read full article
FDA Approves New Treatment Option for Schizophrenia and Bipolar Maintenance
Medical News
5 min5 de Marzo, 2026
FDA Breakthroughs

FDA Approves New Treatment Option for Schizophrenia and Bipolar Maintenance

In March 2026, an extended-release formulation was approved minimizing weight and glucose side effects for bipolar and schizophrenia patients.

Read full article
American Psychiatric Association (APA) Releases Updated 2026 Telepsychiatry Practice Standards
Clinical Standards
6 min22 de Febrero, 2026
APA Guidelines

American Psychiatric Association (APA) Releases Updated 2026 Telepsychiatry Practice Standards

In February 2026, the APA updated its clinical practice standards recommending telepsychiatry as first-line care for anxiety and mood disorders.

Read full article
Florida Strengthens Insurance Coverage Parity Statutes for Remote Psychiatric Care
Florida Law
5 min14 de Febrero, 2026
Regulations

Florida Strengthens Insurance Coverage Parity Statutes for Remote Psychiatric Care

In February 2026, updated Florida state statutes took effect requiring commercial insurers to reimburse virtual psychiatric visits at full parity with office visits.

Read full article
FDA Grants Priority Review to Fast-Acting Non-Benzodiazepine Compound for Panic Disorder
FDA Approval
5 min4 de Febrero, 2026
FDA Breakthroughs

FDA Grants Priority Review to Fast-Acting Non-Benzodiazepine Compound for Panic Disorder

In February 2026, the FDA granted priority review to a compound relieving acute panic attacks within minutes without sedation or dependence risks.

Read full article
FDA Updates Clinical Monitoring Protocols for Esketamine Protocols in Treatment-Resistant Depression
FDA Approval
6 min27 de Enero, 2026
FDA Breakthroughs

FDA Updates Clinical Monitoring Protocols for Esketamine Protocols in Treatment-Resistant Depression

In January 2026, the FDA issued updated guidelines streamlining safe clinical monitoring protocols for intranasal esketamine in resistant depression.

Read full article
Five U.S. States Enact Mandatory Telehealth Insurance Parity Laws at the Start of 2026
Legislation
5 min18 de Enero, 2026
Regulations

Five U.S. States Enact Mandatory Telehealth Insurance Parity Laws at the Start of 2026

In January 2026, five additional states enacted laws requiring health insurers to reimburse virtual mental health visits at 100% of in-person rates.

Read full article
FDA Releases New Assessment Guidelines for ADHD Transition from Adolescence to Adulthood
FDA Guidelines
6 min10 de Enero, 2026
FDA Breakthroughs

FDA Releases New Assessment Guidelines for ADHD Transition from Adolescence to Adulthood

In January 2026, the FDA presented an updated clinical framework to diagnose and treat ADHD in young adults transitioning from school years.

Read full article
DEA Releases National PDMP Integration Report for Safe Telehealth Prescribing
DEA Safety
5 min3 de Enero, 2026
Regulations

DEA Releases National PDMP Integration Report for Safe Telehealth Prescribing

In January 2026, the DEA reported a 98% integration rate across state prescription monitoring databases, enhancing safety in telepsychiatry.

Read full article

Need help right now? Call or text 988 · Emergency: 911