October 24, 2025
Public awareness of depression as a serious mental health issue has increased over time, a trend that has helped more people seek help from medical professionals. While current figures are hard to come by, federal data suggest that just over 13% of adults in the U.S. used antidepressants from 2015-2018,…
What is Treatment-Resistant Depression? Depression is tough. It can affect your mood, sleep, appetite, and thinking, draining your interest from things you once enjoyed. And unfortunately, some types are tougher than others. When depressive symptoms haven’t improved or returned after a regimen of at least two different antidepressant medications, along…
A message from Dr. David Woo Dr. David WooFounder & Head Clinical Psychiatrist at Madison Avenue TMS & Psychiatry TMS has shown a remarkable ability to help patients who suffer from treatment-resistant depression and are desperate to find a solution. Take the following testimonial from Monica Densmore, a real patient…
September 10, 2025
Depression remains one of the leading causes of disability worldwide, and in the United States, we are seeing a troubling rise in suicide rates. In 2023, over 49,000 people in the U.S. took their lives. And for every life lost, there are untold numbers of suicide attempts, emergency visits for…
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…
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…
October 28, 2024
Women and mental health is a critical topic that deserves attention, as research shows that women are more susceptible to certain mental health conditions, such as depression, compared to men. Women often face unique challenges related to hormonal changes, gender roles, and societal expectations that can impact their mental well-being.…
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