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How Personality and Coping Styles Help Us Understand—and Treat—Depression
How personality traits and coping styles predict depression—Dr. Danish explains how these insights can guide better treatment beyond medications.
Optimal Iron Supplementation for Children and Teens: New Research Clarifies How Much and How Long
New research shows low-dose, short-course iron supplements are effective for kids and teens with anemia—crucial knowledge for psychiatric care.
Iron Deficiency: Why It's So Common—and What You Can Do About It
New research shows low-dose, short-course iron supplements are effective for kids and teens with anemia—crucial knowledge for psychiatric care.
High-Functioning Autism Traits in Personality Disorders: A Surprising Clinical Overlap
Many adults with personality disorders may actually meet criteria for high-functioning autism. Learn what the latest research reveals and how it impacts diagnosis and treatment.
How AI is Revolutionizing Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) Treatment
AI is transforming mental health care by predicting recovery in generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). Learn how machine learning is shaping the future of GAD treatment at Philadelphia Integrative Psychiatry.
The Hidden Costs of Daylight Saving Time: How It Disrupts Mental and Physical Health
Daylight Saving Time affects sleep, mood, and heart health. Dr. Danish of Philadelphia Integrative Psychiatry explains the risks and how to adjust effectively.
Low-Sodium Oxybate: A Long-Term Treatment Option for Narcolepsy and Idiopathic Hypersomnia
Living with excessive daytime sleepiness can be overwhelming, impacting work, relationships, and overall quality of life. At Philadelphia Integrative Psychiatry, Dr. Danish and his team stay at the forefront of sleep medicine, ensuring that patients receive the most effective, research-backed treatments. This post looks at one such treatment, low-sodium oxybate (LXB), to see how it has demonstrated promising long-term benefits for individuals suffering from narcolepsy and idiopathic hypersomnia.
Mindfulness for ADHD: How Meditation Improves Focus and Reduces Stress
Mindfulness can improve focus and reduce stress in ADHD. Discover how Philadelphia Integrative Psychiatry and Dr. Danish integrate mindfulness into ADHD care.
Understanding Onyda XR: A New Option for ADHD and Beyond
One of the medications our medication management team utilizes for patients with ADHD is Onyda X — a once-daily, non-stimulant liquid formulation approved for ADHD treatment in children aged six and older.
Amitriptyline and Its Evidence-Based Uses in Mental Health
Originally developed as an antidepressant, amitriptyline has been found to be effective for multiple disorders beyond depression, including anxiety disorders, chronic pain, and sleep disturbances. By increasing levels of serotonin and norepinephrine in the brain, amitriptyline helps regulate mood, alleviate pain, and improve sleep quality.
Leucovorin (Folinic Acid) and Autism: New Hope for Improving Speech in Children
Recent research on Leucovorin suggests that this specialized form of folate can improve communication and language skills in some children with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
How Reducing Social Media Use Benefits Brain Health, Mood, and Anxiety
In this post, we’ll explore why scaling back your social media can boost your brain health, lift your mood, and ease anxiety, all backed by the latest findings and our clinical expertise.
Menopause and Depression Risk: Why It Rises in Perimenopause
This research has a clear takeaway: women in their late 30s to 40s who are approaching menopause should be proactive about mental health. If you are entering perimenopause (or think you might be), it’s wise to be aware of the heightened risk for depression during this phase.
How Menopause Disrupts Sleep and What You Can Do About It
A recent review article, Menopause and Sleep Disorders, published in the Journal of Mid-life Health, explores the connection between menopause and sleep disturbances, highlighting key risk factors, common sleep disorders, and potential treatment approaches.