In this episode of Psychiatry & Psychotherapy, Dr. David Puder dives into the critical issue of inpatient violence with special guests Dr. Gillian Friedman and Nate Hoyt, MS4. Explore the latest evidence-based strategies to predict, prevent, and manage aggression in psychiatric settings.

Discover key insights on:

Risk factors for inpatient violence, including diagnoses and history of aggression.
Effective de-escalation techniques and innovative interventions like Safewards and environmental modifications.
The role of pharmacotherapy, staff-patient relationships, and alternative approaches in reducing violence and improving outcomes.

Join us as we reimagine safer and more compassionate care for both patients and staff in psychiatric hospitals.

By listening to this episode, you can earn 1.5 Psychiatry CME Credits.

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Reducing Inpatient Violence in a Psychiatric Hospital

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Reducing Inpatient Violence in a Psychiatric Hospital