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The stunning, historic San Francisco City Hall served as the breathtaking backdrop for a night of purpose, community, and celebration on Monday, May 18th, 2026. Beneath the venue’s grand cathedral ceilings, majestic dome, and elegant Beaux-Arts architecture, members of the psychiatric community gathered for the annual American Psychiatric Association (APA) Foundation Event. The evening was much more than a […]
APA Meeting: Highlights from The Interventional Mix The field of interventional psychiatry and neuromodulation is moving forward at a breakneck pace, and last week, the community gathered to celebrate that momentum in style. On Tuesday, May 19th, 2026, at Dirty Habit in Hotel Zelos (San Francisco, California), the APA Caucus on Neuromodulation and the Interventional Psychiatry Consortium, cohosted an event. The evening was a […]
In a landmark move on May 4, 2026, several federal agencies—including SAMHSA, CMS, HRSA, and ACF—issued a joint letter emphasizing that mental health care must be more than just a prescription. The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is now formally advocating for “meaningful access” to evidence-based non-pharmacological interventions. At Synaptic PSYCH, we have always believed that […]
Dr. Adam Chan, M.D. of Synaptic Psych in East Memphis, recently joined Memphis Police Chief C.J. Davis and local leaders at the UTHSC Norfleet Forum last Friday to discuss critical strategies for community health and violence prevention. At Synaptic Psych, we are dedicated to bringing cutting-edge, FDA-cleared solutions to the Memphis area to address trauma and […]
Optimizing your mental health is a journey often paved with new technologies and promising protocols. One such advertised method, Optimized, Neuroplasticity-Enhanced techniques in Depression (ONE-DAY TMS), has garnered attention for its compressed timeline and combined approach. However, the Clinical Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation Society (CTMSS), dedicated to evidence-based practice, has recently issued a statement advising caution […]
Setting the Record Straight: Understanding TMS, Exomind, and Wellness Claims You may have seen headlines and advertisements suggesting a new breakthrough in “brain wellness” or “performance enhancement.” A recent article in Vogue and subsequent marketing by medical spas has spotlighted Exomind, a device manufactured by BTL Industries LTD.. These sources promote it for wellness interventions. While these claims […]
For decades, water fluoridation has been hailed as one of the greatest public health achievements of the 20th century. However, in recent years, it has become a flashpoint for debate. From social media threads to state legislatures, concerns have grown: Is the fluoride in our water supply harming our children’s developing brains? A groundbreaking study published […]
We often talk about the “healing power” of taking a break, but for many healthcare professionals, those breaks are spent staring at a screen. Whether it’s scrolling through Instagram, catching up on TikTok, or watching YouTube, digital devices have become the go-to escape from the high-pressure environment of the clinic. However, a new study published […]
A New Horizon in Depression Treatment: Flow Neuroscience tDCS Device Receives FDA Clearance! Exciting news for those battling Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)! The Flow Neuroscience tDCS device has just received FDA clearance, marking a significant step forward in accessible and innovative depression treatment. This non-invasive, at-home device offers a promising new option, especially for individuals seeking alternatives or […]
When standard medications and therapy fail to lift the weight of Treatment-Resistant Depression (TRD), medical technology offers a different path. Vagus Nerve Stimulation (VNS) Therapy uses a small, FDA-approved device—often called a “pacemaker for the brain”—to target the body’s natural neural highways. How the Device Works Unlike daily pills, VNS is an implantable system. During a short outpatient procedure, […]