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Ketamine Therapy: A Growing Record of Safety — and Unexpected Seizure Benefits
A recent large-scale, study has highlighted an important side benefit of ketamine that could impact how we counsel patients here in Philly — including those with PTSD, depression, or comorbid seizure disorders.
Could Folate Receptor Autoantibodies Be the Missing Link in PANS/PANDAS?
New research offers a promising new lead in how to treat children affected with Pediatric Acute-Onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome (PANS) and/or PANDAS.
Why the FDA Rejected MDMA Therapy for PTSD—and What It Means for the Future of Psychedelic Medicine
We are learning more and more about the effects of MDMA to treat PTSD. Here we learn more about the FDA’s ruling and what this means for patients looking for innovative treatments.
Quetiapine vs. Lithium: Which Augmentation Works Better for Treatment-Resistant Depression?
When depression becomes treatment-resistant, doctors look at other options to augment the treatment for better results. In here, we compare two of the most common options — Seroquel (quetiapine) and lithium.
Naltrexone-Bupropion for Weight Loss: What the Latest Research Tells Us
Learn how naltrexone-bupropion helps with weight loss, depression, and food cravings. Discover safety data and who benefits most.
Prenatal Acetaminophen Exposure and Risk of ADHD in Children: New Research Calls for Caution
New study links prenatal acetaminophen exposure to increased ADHD risk in children, especially girls. Dr. Danish breaks down the findings and implications.
Tranylcypromine: A Powerful and Underrated Option for Treatment-Resistant Depression
Dr. Danish tells us about the game changing drug, tranylcypromine (Parnate), that may help patients struggling with treatment-resistant depression (TRD) finally find relief.
Understanding Social Anxiety Disorder and Effective Treatments at Philadelphia Integrative Psychiatry
Dr. Danish explores effective care plans for managing social anxiety disorder (SAD) including a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and pharmacotherapy.
Autism and Pregnancy: What the Research Really Says About Risk Factors
Are pregnancy conditions like gestational diabetes linked to autism? Learn what recent studies reveal—and what they don’t—about maternal health and ASD risk.
Ketogenic Diet Shows Major Symptom Relief Across Mental Health
The ketogenic diet may offer rapid, significant relief from treatment-resistant depression, bipolar disorder, and psychosis—while also improving mood, cognition, and metabolic health.
Do SSRIs Stunt Growth in Adolescents? What We Know So Far
Emerging evidence suggests SSRIs may suppress height growth in adolescents. Learn what two studies show and how Dr. Danish helps families navigate this risk when treating mental health in children.
How NAC May Help Autism, OCD, and Schizophrenia: A Look at the Science Behind N-Acetylcysteine
Learn how N-Acetylcysteine (NAC) can reduce irritability in autism, support OCD and schizophrenia treatment, and improve brain health with minimal side effects.
Alex’s Autism Journey: Real Help, Real Results
Meet Alex. At 22, they were looking for real support to manage Autism, ADHD, anxiety, and more—while building confidence and executive functioning skills. After discovering our Autism Program online, Alex connected with Chris Smith and began a journey of growth through a team-based model that made expert care both accessible and affordable.
How our Autism and Behavior Program Changed Olivia’s Life
Olivia, a 12-year-old girl, has always been bright and creative but has struggled with big emotions, anxiety, and difficulty focusing. Olivia’s parents had tried both autism therapy and medication, but nothing seemed to truly make a difference — until they came across the Autism and Behavior Program at Philadelphia Integrative Psychiatry.