Genetic testing and lab work stop the wasteful, sometimes dangerous, trial-and-error approach to mental health treatment No mental health patient has the luxury of time. Even mild anxiety or depression can impact work, relationships, and happiness. From its origins in treating severe mental health cases, Advanced Brain + Body Clinic developed techniques and processes for…
2 adult ADHD patients spent their lives in a revolving door of antidepressants Could your depression/anxiety actually be undiagnosed ADHD? The New York Times recently published an important article on attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD): Doctors Are Still Figuring Out Adult A.D.H.D. The NYT article says “A.D.H.D. is one of the most common psychiatric disorders in adults….
Minneapolis columnist Jon Tevlin recently covered his own journey out of depression in the Star Tribune article titled Depressed after his wife’s death, this Minneapolis man turned to ketamine therapy for help. Ketamine is the only legal psychedelic medication that is proven to be effective in treating severe depression, bipolar depression, PTSD, anxiety and suicidal…
TMS Treatment for Depression Now More Accessible – Minneapolis, MN Medicare recently updated its coverage of transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) therapy for depression. Due to the impressive success rate of TMS, its non-invasive nature, and minimal side effects, Medicare now only requires patients to try and fail one antidepressant medication before they will cover TMS…
The recent death of Mathew Perry speaks to the tragedy of depression and addiction. His passing is deeply saddening, especially given his openness about his struggles and attempts to get help. This loss has special meaning for loved-ones and the mental health professionals involved in ketamine treatment of patients suffering from combined depression and addiction. …
Know the difference between a ketamine clinic and a ketamine shop Matthew Perrone, an Associated Press reporter, recently wrote Prescriptions For Ketamine Have Soared in Recent Years, Despite Little Research or Regulation. This article paints an alarming picture of ketamine use in pain management. Perrone suggests ketamine for pain could morph into the next opioid crisis. Ketamine helps…
While many wait for the ready availability of psychedelics for mental health, ketamine, is changing and saving lives now. Below we share 3 patient stories from our ketamine clinic to illustrate the powerful effect ketamine can have. That said, mental health conditions can be challenging to treat and ketamine isn’t always the answer. Before using…
Leading psychiatrists are challenging inconsistent medical insurance coverage for ketamine . . . The doctors maintain that the drug is already widely used and proven highly effective for patients who do not respond to traditional medications. However, some insurers give ketamine an unclear label of ‘investigative.’
In a recent blog, we outlined the differences between depression and sadness. For those with seasonal affective disorder (SAD), it can be even more challenging to determine if you have depression or if you are experiencing temporary sadness due to the temporary nature of SAD. Seasonal depression in Minnesota is particularly common, because of all…
DOS & DON’TS OF SUPPORTING SOMEONE WITH MENTAL ILLNESS With the holidays just around the corner, it’s important to know that this can be a very difficult time of year for those with depression, anxiety, and PTSD. Family gatherings can be overwhelming and conversations, at times, can feel more like interrogations. Yet your help in supporting…
