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If you’re one of the more than 2.8 million Americans with treatment-resistant depression (TRD), you may feel desperate if you’ve exhausted traditional treatment approaches such as antidepressants and talk therapy. Although these feelings are normal, SPRAVATO® offers hope. At Labyrinth Psychiatry Group in Cranford, New Jersey, psychiatrists Salvatore Savatta, MD,...
Movies and music would have us believe the holiday season is “the most wonderful time of the year.” And while that’s true for many folks, this time of year is lonely and opens up old wounds for others. Also, the days are much shorter, increasing the risk of seasonal affective...
If you’re one of the 21 million American adults living with depression, you’ve likely explored various treatment options for relief. While some people benefit from healthy lifestyle changes and prescription medication, about 2.8 million people have treatment-resistant depression (TRD) which doesn’t respond to traditional therapies. Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) is...
More than 57 million American adults suffer from mental health conditions, according to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH). Most of these individuals respond well to traditional treatments, like prescription medication, counseling, and healthy lifestyle changes. But for others, lasting relief is difficult to achieve. Thankfully, new procedures are...
About 30% of Americans with a major depressive disorder (MDD) also have treatment-resistant depression (TRD). Those with TRD have tried at least two different antidepressants without seeing a noticeable improvement in their symptoms. If you’re one of these folks, an improved mood and outlook can seem like an unobtainable goal,...
Mood and behavior disorders can have a greater impact on your life than you might realize. Your symptoms may worsen or accumulate over time, causing unexpected impacts like a change in your ability to sleep, be productive, or engage in your favorite activities. It’s easy to become overwhelmed by the...
May has been recognized and celebrated as Mental Health Awareness month within the United States since 1949. During the month of May, efforts are made to reach millions across the nation through media, local events, screenings, and other platforms to raise awareness on the importance of mental health to our...
There has been extensive observational study on the consumption of tea and coffee and its health risks. For the most part, 3-5 cups of tea or coffee per day seems to be the amount of consumption that promotes the best health outcomes. Perhaps unexpectedly, people who drink this amount of...
A recent press release from Compass Pathways indicates positive results from its phase IIb trial of the psilocybin containing compound COMP360, and from what can be determined from its marketing materials, these data may eventually pave the way for the FDA approval of a unique treatment for Major Depressive Disorder. ...
TMS therapy is covered by Medicare and most commercial insurance companies. Many insurance companies pay for TMS therapy for depression because it’s effective and FDA-approved for the treatment of major depressive disorder. While most insurance companies cover TMS therapy, they will only do so if TMS treatment is determined to...
Meditation provides a wide variety of both physical and psychological benefits to those who practice it. Studies have shown that meditation aids in the treatment of depression, anxiety and PTSD. Defined as a mind and body practice used for increasing mental and physical relaxation, improving psychological balance and overall health...
THC and CBD, two of the compounds found naturally in Marijuana, have been shown to work effectively for certain forms of epilepsy and cachexia, the medical term for severe weight loss associated with other medical disorders. Epidiolex was FDA approved in 2018 for the treatment of certain types of Seizure...
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According to the CDC, approximately 40% of the country is overweight, and the rate continues to climb as time goes by. From a public health perspective, it is clear that more options are necessary to help with weight loss. The best weight loss options center around healthy eating and exercise. ...