While many women experience the elation that one might expect with pregnancy, other women experience fear, sadness, and depression. In fact, up to 23% of women struggle with some symptoms of depression during pregnancy. Unfortunately, depression in pregnancy is often misdiagnosed as another type of hormonal imbalance. It is extremely important for mother and baby […] Read more…
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Infertility and Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) and Mental Health
About one in ten Americans experiences infertility and it’s becoming more common, according to the American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM). When faced with infertility, both men and women tend to blame themselves, but it’s important to remember that infertility isn’t a sign that you’re not meant to have children. After hearing your diagnosis, you’re […] Read more…
8 Medical Risks of Depression
Depression is a mental illness that affects approximately 14.8 million adults. If left untreated, depression can adversely affect your physical health. Heart Disease Depression can lead to heart disease, make heart disease worse, and make it more difficult to recover from complications of heart disease. In fact, depression can increase your risk of having a […] Read more…
10 Non-Medicated Answers to Reducing Stress & Anxiety
Stress and anxiety are natural aspects of human nature that are a part of life. As long as you live, you will experience these two emotions at some point in time. While medication can be very helpful in managing stress and anxiety, there are also alternative ways to reduce your stress and anxiety without taking […] Read more…
5 Popular Misconceptions about Psychiatry
Historically, mental illness is a subject that is often met with discomfort, skepticism, and fear. As a result, the world of Psychiatry, unless a person has actually seen a Psychiatrist, or knows someone who has, is often met with these same feelings of skepticism. In fact, here are five misconceptions that many Psychiatrists, like myself, […] Read more…
7 Supplements that Can Help with Anxiety and Depression
Roughly 35% of the American population struggles with some form of anxiety, depression, or both. With over one-third of Americans searching for answers and treatments to their disorder, it is no surprise that many patients seek more natural alternatives to medications prescribed by their doctors. Here are 7 supplements that are most commonly recommended to […] Read more…
10 Ways to Build a Healthier Relationship with Your Teen
We have all been there. Adolescence is quite the journey for every individual – a journey of discovery, maturity, and lessons. While maintaining a good relationship with your child is encouraged throughout their life, it is important that that relationship is strong and healthy through their crucial teen years. Here are 10 ways to build […] Read more…