Many of us have been touched by depression directly or indirectly. Depression touches millions of lives and, for many, traditional treatments fail to bring relief. Treatment-Resistant Depression (TRD) is a complex and often devastating condition where standard therapies - such as antidepressants and psychotherapy - fall short, leaving patients and their families searching for answers. Without effective intervention, TRD can lead to a cycle of frustration, hopelessness, and increased risk of suicidality.

Following the presentations, an interactive Q&A session will allow attendees to engage directly with our expert panel.

This event brings together researchers, clinicians, and the broader community to foster dialogue and collaboration in the fight against TRD. Whether you are a clinician, researcher, student, or someone impacted by depression, this event offers an opportunity to learn from leading experts and gain a deeper understanding of the challenges and breakthroughs in TRD treatment.

Join us as we work together to advance solutions and bring hope to those living with TRD.

What You’ll Learn

Join leading experts from the UCSD Department of Psychiatry as they discuss the current state of care and explore the latest research and innovations in TRD. This engaging event will cover:

• Understanding TRD: The common clinical presentations that psychiatrists encounter and how TRD differs from other forms of depression.
• The Overlap with Suicidality: Exploring the critical relationship between TRD and suicide risk, along with strategies for early intervention.
• Current Treatment Approaches: A discussion of existing treatment modalities, including pharmacological options, neuromodulation techniques such as transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), and the emerging role of psychedelics in treatment.
• The Future of TRD Care: Innovations on the horizon, from personalized medicine to novel accelerated therapies that may transform how we treat TRD in the coming years.