Major depressive disorder (MDD) affects millions of people worldwide, yet nearly one-third of patients fail to achieve remission despite trying multiple antidepressant medications. This condition, known as treatment-resistant depression (TRD), remains one of the greatest challenges in modern psychiatry. Fortunately,

Accelerated One Day TMS: A New Era of Rapid Relief for Depression  Mental health treatment is evolving rapidly, and one of the most exciting developments in recent years is accelerated Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS). Traditionally, TMS therapy has required patients

History: Why June? Why June 27? The first major step toward national recognition of PTSD came in 2010, when the U.S. Senate designated June 27 as National PTSD Awareness Day. The date honors Staff Sergeant Joe Biel, a North Dakota

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder is an often misunderstood experience that affects millions of adults worldwide. OCD is not simply about “being neat” or “liking things in order,” as it often caricatures in popular culture.  OCD is a complex and often debilitating mental

Everyone talks about how spring is supposed to be this fresh start, longer days, warmer weather, flowers blooming, new beginnings. So why do you feel anxious? Stressed? Maybe even a little depressed? But what many people don’t realize is, “Spring

If you’ve ever thought, “What is happening to me?” you are not alone. You’re forgetting words in mid-sentence. You walk into a room and forget why. You feel anxious for no clear reason. Your patience is thinner. Your sleep is

February is often associated with love, relationships, and Valentine’s Day. While this time of year can be joyful for some, it can also bring up feelings of loneliness, sadness, stress, or grief for others. At our clinic, Advanced Psychiatry of

The holiday season, while filled with joy and cheer, can often leave us feeling drained and emotionally overwhelmed. As the new year approaches, it’s the perfect time to prioritize your mental health and set intentions for the year ahead. Understanding

Holiday seasons can be beautiful and brutal at the same time. Many people feel pressure to be joyful while silently carrying stress, grief, financial strain, and burnout and that emotional dissonance can make this time of year especially heavy. This

According to the National Institute of Mental Health, an estimated 5 percent of Americans suffer from Seasonal Depression. It makes people feel more tired, unmotivated and foggy headed. SAD starts between ages 15 and 30. About 5% of people in

Most people know depression as a condition of low mood, sadness, or loss of interest. But for many, depression also brings something less talked about but just as disabling: a mental “slowing” or brain fog. Research led by Dr. Susannah

Suicide is the 11th leading cause of death in the United States. It is the second leading cause of death for people aged 10 to 34. The highest rate of suicide occurs in people 75 years of age or older,

The new school year brings fresh notebooks, new teachers and sometimes unexpected anxiety. If you child or teen seems moody, worried, or disconnected as summer winds down, you’re not alone. August is one of the most emotionally challenging months for

ECT vs Ketamine for Treatment Resistant Depression: Which is Right for You? For individuals who have not found relief with traditional antidepressants, treatment resistant depression (TRD) can feel overwhelming. Fortunately, two evidence based options-Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) and Ketamine treatment offer

Every Life holds value. Every voice deserves to be heard. But for many in the LGBTQ+ community, the weight of discrimination, isolation, and stigma can feel overwhelming. Suicide is a painful and preventable reality, and it disproportionately affects LGBTW+ individuals-especially

Introduction: Trauma has many faces. And yet, our diagnostic language often falls short in describing it. For years, PTSD has been the go-to diagnosis for trauma related conditions. But what happens when trauma isn’t a one-time event, but something prolonged,

What is autism disorder?  Autism Spectrum Disorder is a neurodevelopmental condition characterized by differences in social communication, behavior, and sensory processing. While these traits define the core features of autism, co-occurring mental health conditions, such as anxiety, are highly prevalent

FDA clears Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation Therapy for Adolescents. In a major breakthrough for mental health treatment, the FDA has expanded its clearance of Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) therapy to include adolescents aged 15 and up for treating Major Depression Disorder.

The landscape of mental health treatment is constantly evolving, and psychedelic-assisted therapy is emerging as a promising frontier. This innovative approach involves the carefully controlled use of substances like psilocybin (found in “magic mushrooms”) and MDMA (“ecstasy”), alongside therapy, to

Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) is a non-invasive brain stimulation therapy that uses magnetic fields to stimulate specific areas of the brain. It has emerged as a promising treatment for various mental health conditions, offering hope to individuals who haven’t found