Beyond the Prescription: Integrating Lifestyle Psychiatry into Your Practice
60 min
Friday, December 04, 2026
11:40 AM - 12:40 PM
Lifestyle interventions are increasingly recognized as valuable components of comprehensive psychiatric care, yet many clinicians struggle to determine when and how these strategies should be incorporated into treatment plans. This session explores the practical application of lifestyle psychiatry, examining the evidence supporting interventions related to sleep, exercise, nutrition, stress management, and social connection. Attendees will learn how to identify opportunities for meaningful lifestyle interventions, address common barriers to implementation, and integrate these approaches alongside pharmacologic treatment in a clinically rigorous manner.
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Speaker
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James Somers PA-C, DHSc, DFAAPA -
Arwen Podesta MD, DFAPA, DFASAM
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