We’ve Entered a New Era of Neuropsychiatry: Precision in Practice
June 16, 2025
Breakout Session

For too long, psychiatry has relied solely on clinical observation to prescribe treatments, overlooking the biological differences that impact how patients respond to medication. This trial-and-error approach leads to inconsistent outcomes, with many patients cycling through multiple treatments - often without success. As a result, while there are approximately 21 million patients in the US with major depressive disorder (MDD), approximately 50% are not on therapy.
Drawing inspiration from advances in oncology and genetic medicine, precision medicine offers a groundbreaking opportunity to redefine psychiatry by providing targeted, personalized treatments for high-need populations that have seen little innovation. This panel will offer actionable insights and strategies to help navigate this exciting new era of precision neuropsychiatry, ensuring a future where targeted treatments are determined through deep neurobiological insights, enabling both clinicians and patients to have greater confidence in the decision-making process and personalized treatment plan.
Moderator
Speakers

Professor of Psychology, Department of Psychiatry, Brigham and Women's Hospital
Harvard Medical School