Opening Session: Fundamental Insights into Neurobiology: From Brain Circuits to Better Patient Care

A strong understanding of neurobiology provides the foundation for thoughtful psychiatric assessment and treatment. This session examines the complex interplay among neurotransmitter systems, neural circuits, brain networks, and neuroplasticity that contributes to psychiatric symptoms and disorders. Faculty will connect foundational neuroscience with current advances in the field, translating complex concepts into clinically relevant insights that strengthen diagnostic reasoning, treatment selection, and psychopharmacologic decision-making.