Alcohol Addiction is an American Epidemic Alcohol addiction ranks high on the list of medical crises in the United States. Alcohol addiction is more accurately referred to as Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) or Alcohol Dependence Syndrome. Alcohol Use Disorder is a condition in which an individual shows a physical or psychological dependence on alcohol. This […] Read more…
What is polypharmacy and Why is it Important? Polypharmacy is when multiple medications are used concurrently in a single patient, usually in an attempt to find the perfect ‘cocktail’ of medications that provides a patient with relief from the maximum amount of symptoms. For example, a patient with a history of chronic depression and anxiety […] Read more…
A significant percentage of millennials and young people today are living with mental health conditions that are making it more challenging for them to succeed in college. These conditions have seen a geometrical increase over the last few years, creating a huge chasm between what students as little as ten years ago expected of themselves […] Read more…
A study out of Columbia University offers insight into a potential new treatment for suicidal ideation. Patients who express that they’re experiencing suicidal thoughts are traditionally treated with antidepressants and/or sedatives. After recent research came out of the American Journal of Psychiatry, ketamine has been getting attention as a viable treatment that is effective in […] Read more…
Burnout is a Major Health Concern According to the CDC Although the workplace has evolved over the past several decades, the condition colloquially known as “burnout” has become more prevalent over time. Far from casual byproduct of professional and business culture, burnout has become so serious that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention now […] Read more…
Failure is a word that mental health practitioners hear often. It can be a catchall for anxiety, depression, frustration, and disappointment at not meeting the expectations one has for themselves or that are derived from their family and friends. More concretely, failure can be framed in connection with an inability or lack of desire to […] Read more…
Mass shootings, trauma, and the flurry of debate over gun policy have sadly become the norm in America in recent years. Nearly every region of the country has been affected and the context has been so varied–from grade schools to municipal offices, and most recently an outdoor concert venue, that fear is becoming a part […] Read more…
As wonderful as pregnancy is, all expectant mothers are concerned about how their own health and wellness will impact the health of their baby. For mothers who are managing a care and medication plan associated with mental illness, one question frequently arises: will my antidepressant medication affect the health of my newborn? There is a […] Read more…
The mythology of perfectionism in the public eye often comes across as harmless, even endearing. Sitcoms from “The Odd Couple” featuring the ultra-fastidious Felix Unger to “Modern Family’s” Alex have portrayed perfectionists as quirky but lovable folks who are simply a bit more focused and particular about their environment or work than the average person. […] Read more…
Continuing to Treat Bipolar Disorder During Pregnancy is Vital to Avoid Postpartum Relapse Restoring life to “normal” after having a baby is always challenging, but more so if you are at greater risk for postpartum illness. For women who have taken lamotrigine for bipolar disorder before becoming pregnant, it is natural that they are concerned […] Read more…