Addiction and Its Relationship to Other Psychiatric Problems
Mental illness is a common issue. In fact, the National Institute of Mental Health estimates that close to one in five adults in the U.S. lives with a mental illness. Addiction is also a common problem, and sometimes, addiction and other mental illnesses co-occur. Fortunately, psychiatrists like Dr. Mark Stracks of Psy-Visions understand the complex […]
Major Psychiatric Disorder: Is It Time to Book an Appointment with Your Local Psychiatrist?
A psychiatric disorder is characterized by dysfunctional thought patterns, moods, or behaviors that can be severe and persistent in nature. A psychiatric disorder doesn’t just dissipate; it needs proper intervention to be effectively managed, as it can greatly affect your quality of life and increase your risk of pain, disability, loss of freedom, or death. […]
Substance Abuse Has No Age Limits
Substance abuse can be a sensitive topic, but it affects more people than you think. According to the World Health Organization, over 35 million people worldwide suffer from substance use disorder (SUD). This condition affects teens, young adults, and even the elderly. Risks to Substance Abuse Here are some of the factors which pose risks […]
Living Your Best Life with Bipolar Disorder
Bipolar disorder is a mental illness characterized by alternating emotional highs and lows, which are referred to as manic and depressive episodes. A manic episode is marked by excitement and impulsive behavior, while a depressive episode is marked by a lack of energy and low self-esteem. If you’ve been diagnosed with bipolar disorder, its symptoms […]
Finding the Right Psychiatrist for Your Teenager
A psychiatrist can provide support to your teen and help them deal with any mental health issues they may be having. There are many different types of psychiatrists and finding the best and most qualified one to help your teenager can be difficult. When finding the right psychiatrist for your teenager, choose from a pool […]
Finding the Right Treatment for ADHD
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a condition that causes hyperactivity, impulsiveness, and difficulty staying focused. It can impact a variety of aspects of life, ranging from education to work performance to relationships. It’s generally an issue thought of as a concern in children, but adults can suffer from ADHD not diagnosed during childhood, as […]
Common Sleep Disorders
A sleep disorder is when you experience physical issues during sleep that interfere with getting a full, restful sleep every night. It may interfere with your breathing, your ability to function normally the next day, and your ability to get the deep sleep that your brain requires. A lack of quality sleep can therefore wreak […]
Understanding Psychiatric Evaluations
Psychiatric evaluations have a negative stigma and a lot of misunderstanding around them because of incorrect or dramatized media portrayals and the lack of correct knowledge on mental health issues in the United States. Psychiatric evaluations are assumed for those with dangerous mental health conditions. However, nothing could be farther from the truth. Psychiatric evaluations […]
How We Can Help Treat Anxiety Disorders
An anxiety disorder classified as a mental disorder. Anyone who has it is plagued by overwhelming feelings of fear and anxiety. It can hold you back from living a meaningful and fulfilling life. Some examples of anxiety disorders are generalized anxiety disorder, social phobia, post-traumatic stress disorder, and obsessive-compulsive disorder. Anxiety disorders are highly treatable, […]
Common Myths Associated With PTSD
The average person without training in psychiatry can easily fall for myths associated with post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD. It is important that we separate facts from myths when it comes to the disorder. Why? Because it hurts people who have PTSD and spreads misinformation. Being unable to separate truth from fiction can push people […]