Receptor functions of opioid agonists, mixed agonist-antagonists, and opioid antagonists;

Drugs discussed include full agonists, codeine, tramadol, propoxyphene, buprenorphine, nalbuphine, butorphanol, nelmefene, naloxone, naltrexone

Discussion of important terminology (Tolerance, Dependence, Abstinence Syndrome) , Dopaminergic pathway of Reward & Addiction, General Screening, Assessment and Management Approach to Substance Intoxication (Acute versus Maintenance Strategies) and Withdrawal. 

Discussion of the most common eating disorder (Binge eating disorder) followed by certain eating & feeding disorders infancy and childhood based of DSM-V manual, for USMLE step 1 & 2. 

Question-based Review and Differentiating features of Anorexia & Bulimia Nervosa, based on DSM-V diagnostic manual, including a discussion of Refeeding Syndrome (for USMEL step 1 & Step 2) 

High Yield and fully question-based discussion of adjustment disorder based on DSM-V criteria followed by another high-yield differential clues to distinguish normal from complex grief and both conditions from depressive disorders. 

High yield and question-based discussion of truama & stress-related disorders based on DSM-V updated criteria; 

A very important diagnostic framework to work with stress-related conditions is introduced followed by discussion of PTSD and Acute Stress Disorder; To be followed in the next episode with discussion of Adjustment disorder and normal versus complex bereavement. 

Question-based review of different psychotic disorders including points that are relevant for both step 1 and step 2 USMLE; covering conditions listed under psychotic disorders in DSM-V followed by an initial discussion of differential diagnosis & management options. 

Question-based initial (knowledge-acquisition) step for mood disorders,  one of the top 5 highest yield topics in the entire psychiatry & behavioral science exams. 

Discussion of DSM-V criteria for diagnosis of each anxiety disorder, Workup and Management of individual Anxiety disorders: Generalized Anxiety, Separation Anxiety Disorder, Selective Mutism, Phobias (social versus specific type), Panic Disorder and Hyperventilation Syndrome

The list of all anxiety disorders and their definition, pathophysiology, Imaging and Psychodynamic Defence Mechanisms