For people living with depression, finding effective treatment can be a long and exhausting journey. Antidepressant medications may not provide sufficient relief, side effects can limit treatment options, and the process of trying different therapies can feel discouraging. Even when
Spravato for Treatment Resistant Depression: What is the success rate for Spravato? Depression is not always a condition that responds to the first medication prescribed. For individuals who have tried multiple antidepressants without achieving meaningful relief, the ongoing cycle of
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) has become an increasingly important treatment option for people living with treatment-resistant depression. But one question understandably comes up again and again: Can TMS cause brain damage? It is a reasonable concern. After all, TMS intentionally
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
