June 19, 2023
Borderline personality disorder, or BPD, is a mood disorder characterized by having an unstable self-image and problems with emotional regulation that can be disruptive to the sufferer’s well-being, career, family, and social life. BPD can be difficult to live with, but it is treatable, and it’s important to recognize symptoms…
May 8, 2023
Antidepressants are a type of medicine to treat depression or prevent it from reoccurring, as well as help treat other conditions by affecting neurotransmitters – chemicals in the brain – in the brain. Antidepressants are sorted into “classes” based on which neurotransmitters they affect.Drugs used to treat depression include the…
March 16, 2023
Depression is a mood disorder that can affect anyone, regardless of age, economic status, or ethnicity. Almost 5% of U.S. adults report regular feelings of depression. (1) Higher rates of depression have been linked to old age (2) and difficult socio-economic conditions (3), but there is no single cause. People…
November 1, 2022
Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) is a medication-free, FDA-approved treatment that has been shown to be highly effective at treating symptoms of depression, even for patients who are considered treatment-resistant–meaning they haven’t found relief (or enough relief) from their symptoms with antidepressants.(1) If you’re considering TMS, you’re probably curious about what…
October 3, 2022
While depression is not a normal part of aging, adults aged 65 and older have an increased risk of developing depression. What’s more, is that treating late-life depression is challenging, and studies show that antidepressants aren’t as effective in older patients as they are in younger ones.(1) Treatment resistance is…
September 26, 2022
When searching for information about TMS online, you may find some articles debating whether it’s legitimate. While TMS is becoming more widely known, many people aren’t aware of the positive outcomes that TMS can provide for patients with certain mental health conditions, especially depression and OCD. The National Institute of…
September 19, 2022
One question I’m often asked when discussing transcranial magnetic stimulation with my patients is, “Does TMS hurt?” TMS is a painless procedure performed while patients are awake and alert, and requires no anesthesia. While some patients may report some scalp discomfort, this usually subsides after the first week of treatment. …
August 15, 2022
Persistent depression (persistent depressive disorder), formerly known as dysthymia, is a chronic type of depression characterized by prolonged bouts of depression symptoms that last a minimum of two years, with no more than a two-month gap between symptoms.(1,2,3,4) Symptoms of Persistent Depression Persistent depression shares the same symptoms as major…
July 25, 2022
Depression is a mood disorder that affects one’s thought patterns, mood, and behavior. Common symptoms of depression include strong feelings of sadness and a loss of interest in activities that someone used to enjoy.(1) There are different approaches to treating depression, and each form of depression therapy affects the brain…
May 5, 2022
Anxiety and depression are two of the most common mental health illnesses in the US and they can oftentimes co-occur. Nearly one-half of people who are diagnosed with depression are also diagnosed with an anxiety disorder.(1) When someone has been diagnosed with depression and also experiences symptoms of anxiety, referred…
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