Did you know that there are characteristic facial features associated with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) and hypermobility?

Most people don’t think psychiatrists do physical exams because we avoid touching patients (to provide trauma informed care). That said, we are actually watching for a lot of things. Here are just a few.

Who’s more likely to develop hormonal mediated mood disorders? Research indicates that females with ADHD are at a significantly higher risk. This vulnerability becomes particularly pronounced during pivotal life stages such as adolescence, peripartum and perimenopausal periods.

Here’s some helpful information on ADHD medications and breastfeeding, which is a topic of great importance for many birthing parents navigating the complexities of managing their health while nurturing their infants.

When left untreated, it can significantly elevate your risk for severe cardiovascular events such as heart attacks and strokes.

So many people assume that because they develop depression in response to a specific stressor, it somehow invalidates their experience, leading them to believe it’s not “real depression.”

Did you know sex workers and victims of intimate partner violence are at very high risk of head injuries and subsequently Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy?

I feel so bad when people try these two substances: kratom and phenibut, because there is not adequate warning or education around them.

In today’s society, it is truly baffling to witness the judgment directed toward mothers who breastfeed in public. The scrutiny they face is not just unwarranted; it is downright absurd.

There are two critical points in the menstrual cycle where ADHD symptoms can significantly worsen: 1) during ovulation and 2) just before menstruation.

However, it’s crucial to understand that they are certainly not the only options available for the treatment of various mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, panic disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Each individual’s experience with mental health is unique, and as such, treatment plans should be tailored to fit the specific needs of the patient.

New baby smell is just divine! Evoking a sense of warmth and comfort that is hard to replicate. The scent of a newborn, often described as a mix of sweetness and freshness, is not only delightful but also has a profound emotional impact on many people.

Yes! The future is here, but remember these tests do NOT tell you what medications will work.

Ehlers Danlos is an autosomal dominant inherited disorder and it’s only 1:5000? Autosomal dominant means there is a 50% chance of passing...

Chronic fatigue can be very impairing and it may not be from depression So many patients get referred to psych for fatigue and persistent...

Don't make assumptions about someone else's pregnancy.

We are playing a lot of catch up on understanding hormones for women. A lot of people become focused on the hormone levels and try to...

I see so many more moms preparing for a subsequent pregnancy following a postpartum episode rather than during the pregnant or postpartum...

When you’re a new mom, it’s hard! You need a great team behind you. Modern day motherhood is just too isolating to do alone. So if you...

ADHD is a problem with executive function: planning, decision making and timing. It’s not just attention. People with ADHD are at...