Should you be getting regular mental health checkups?
You may already know the importance of an annual physical, especially if you’re managing chronic health conditions such as hypothyroidism, diabetes or high blood pressure.
If you’re female, you hopefully also understand why you need a regular well-woman exam, particularly when it comes to screening for breast cancer and other gynecologic cancers.
But should you also get regular mental health checkups...
7 tips for managing internet-related health anxiety
When you have a health-related question, whom do you ask? If you are like me and many of the patients I work with as a psychiatrist, you might...
Phobias and cancer treatment: What to know
Cancer is incredibly stressful. Phobias, or intense fears, can add another layer of stress and anxiety to the process – especially when that...
How to manage a mental health condition during cancer treatment
Cancer is intense, but it isn't something you have to go through alone.
As a psychiatrist, I help patients with mental health conditions navigate the physical and mental aspects of their care.
Ahead, I discuss what patients with mental health concerns should know during cancer treatment.
When should I tell my doctor about my mental health history?If you have a mental health condition, you may be unsure when...
