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The Moral Injury of Returning to the Office during the pandemic
In the past few weeks, three of my patients were ready to quit their jobs. Why? They were frustrated by their company’s return to office
My Nanny Confession
I have a confession to make – I once fired my nanny because I was jealous of her. My nanny was amazing. She loved my
Perinatal OCD
I couldn’t tear my eyes away from the pulsating soft spot on my precious baby’s head. I had this visceral urge to press my thumb
A Reassuring Study on SSRI Use in IVF Treatment
“Is it safe to use my SSRI during IVF? Will it harm my chances during ART (Assisted Reproduction Technology)?” In our practice, we get asked
Surprising Results That Will Change the Way I think About Insomnia Treatment
Is it just because I’m a psychiatrist that I’m so blown away by this new study? I’ll admit this title is not the most flashy.
The Trouble with Self-Care
Self-care is a loaded concept. What does it really mean? It’s one of those ubiquitous phrases that can summon up rich images of bubble baths
The Powerful Concept of AND
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy or DBT is a therapy developed by psychologist Dr. Marsha Linehan created to help people struggling with borderline personality disorder (BPD), which
Our Favorite Self-Help Books
Self-help books can be a wonderful addition to your emotional wellness and self-care journey. I, personally, like to alternate fiction with self-help or even read
The Influence of Probiotics on Symptoms of Postpartum Depression and Anxiety
Maintaining your emotional health during preconception, pregnancy, and postpartum periods is an important priority for us. We consider all the options and incorporate them into
Loving Your Vagus Nerve
I’m a psychiatrist, and I love the Vagus Nerve, and you should too. It’s the unsung hero that doesn’t get its due acknowledgment. It’s an
Taking care of your mental health during your fertility journey
We can all agree that taking care of your mental health is a crucial part of your fertility journey. Watch Moon Mental Health’s Dr. Linda
More to the story – new article on use of antidepressants in pregnancy and autism…
*I originally posted this article on LinkedIn, but also wanted to share here: This article came out yesterday, and it immediately caught my eye. Prior studies that
A more open conversation about mental health
Back in my psychiatry residency training, one fundamental teaching of becoming a doctor was the need to be a blank screen for patients to project
As a psychiatrist, this is what I look for in a therapist
There are many challenges of finding a therapist. I realize I’m skipping many steps (dealing with insurance, getting a list of providers or recommendations from
