A message from Dr. David Woo At Madison Avenue TMS & Psychiatry, we meet our patients where they are, both mentally and emotionally, and often at the edge of hope. Many patients arrive at the practice after years, sometimes decades, of trying treatment after treatment, feeling exhausted, dismissed, and alone.…
Anyone who’s ever struggled with depression knows how lonely and isolating it can be — how it sometimes feels like everyone else is getting along just fine, able to socialize, laugh, and live their lives while you struggle to get out of bed and muster enthusiasm for the day ahead. …
The price of eggs. Rent coming due. The long hours and pressures to perform at work. Student loan debt. Your 401(k). Being stuck in traffic. Modern living presents us with a seemingly endless supply of stress-inducing occurrences, obligations and geopolitical news. These physical or psychological stimuli are called stressors when…
New York is a fast town — ”the only city in the world where you can get run down on the sidewalk by a pedestrian,” as the journalist and author Russell Baker once famously said. While there are many reasons to love the Big Apple, there’s also no denying that the…
As its name suggests, bipolar disorder presents itself as a pairing of opposites: People who suffer from the mental health condition experience major depressive episodes offset by periods of manic or hypomanic behavior. These manic or hypomanic episodes are marked by persistently elevated, expansive or irritable moods that disrupt one’s…
Mental health isn’t just a private struggle anymore; it’s a conversation happening everywhere. Whether it’s a quick scroll through social media, catching up with friends over coffee, overhearing a chat on the subway, or even standing in line waiting for the bus, people are opening up in ways they never…
February 24, 2025
Burnout is a state of physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion caused by prolonged stress, often related to work. Recognized as a significant mental health concern, burnout affects millions of people globally, especially in high-pressure environments like New York, where it is a common concern among patients who seek help at…
February 24, 2025
Anorexia nervosa, commonly referred to as anorexia, is a serious and potentially life-threatening eating disorder characterized by an intense fear of gaining weight and a distorted body image. Individuals with anorexia nervosa often engage in extreme dieting, excessive exercise, or other behaviors to control their weight, leading to severe health…
January 16, 2025
Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) is an innovative treatment for depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and related conditions. TMS therapy has been used as a mental health treatment for over 15 years, with a high success rate. It is an FDA-approved therapy for depression and OCD and reported side effects are rare.…
The start of a new year often inspires change and self-improvement, especially for our health. After all, what is a New Year’s resolution if not a promise you make to yourself to get better? Whether we resolve to achieve a specific goal, improve a habit, or embark on a new…
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