UW Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences
News
Clinical trial studies GLP-1 drug for alcohol-use disorder
UW Medicine Newsroom | June 2, 2026
The findings from this trial could influence a decision by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to approve the drug for alcohol-use disorder, suggested Mark Duncan, MD.
Feature
BHSS Workforce Development Project certifies first three providers
Department News | May 28, 2026
The UW BHSS Workforce Development Project is a catalyst for developing a bachelor level mental and behavioral provider known as the Behavioral Health Support Specialist, or BHSS. A BHSS provides brief, culturally responsive evidence based psychosocial interventions under supervision for common mental and behavioral health conditions.
Events
Grand Rounds - Bridging mental health, policy, and the law: Advancing forensic mental health practice
May 29 | 12 - 1 PM
Jennifer Piel, MD, JD, will introduce the work of the Center for Mental Health, Policy, and the Law (CMHPL) — a hub for research, education, and policy innovation dedicated to improving outcomes for individuals with behavioral health needs in the context of law.
