Managing Anxiety in the High-Altitude Setting of Boulder NowPsych • Anxiety Treatment • Boulder, Colorado By Dr. Sean Paul, MD In this guide: Introduction Understanding Anxiety at High Altitude Why Anxiety Can Feel Different in Boulder Practical Strategies for Managing Anxiety How NowPsych Helps in Boulder When to Seek Help...
What to Expect at Your First Psychiatry Appointment with NowPsych in Boulder
At NowPsych in Boulder, Colorado, I strive to make the process welcoming, thoughtful, and collaborative. My goal is to understand you as a whole person—not just a set of symptoms—and to create a treatment plan that fits your unique needs. A Warm and Thoughtful First Meeting During your first appointment,...
Schizoaffective Disorder: Understanding the Incidence, Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment
What is Schizoaffective Disorder? Schizoaffective disorder (SA) is a disorder that combines the symptoms of schizophrenia (psychosis) with the symptoms of a mood disorder (depression or bipolar) in a complex way. It is sometimes misdiagnosed or not diagnosed at all because it is a relatively uncommon disorder, and it is...
What is Psychosis: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment
Psychosis is a mental health condition that affects an individual's perception of reality. It is characterized by symptoms such as delusions, hallucinations, and disordered thinking. Psychosis can occur as a result of various underlying conditions, including schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and severe depression. The symptoms of psychosis can be distressing and...
Borderline Personality Disorder: Overview by a Psychiatrist
Brief overview of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is a mental health condition that causes significant instability in emotions, behavior, relationships, and self-image. People with BPD often experience intense mood swings, difficulty regulating emotions, and make impulsive choices, which can lead to difficulties in relationships...
How to Treat Anxiety
How Do Professionals Treat Anxiety? Psychotherapy and medications are the two principal ways to treat anxiety. Moderate to severe anxiety is typically best treated with both medication and therapy (cognitive behavioral therapy, also called CBT). Let's discuss two main treatment options: Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for Anxiety Medications for Anxiety...
Borderline Personality Disorder Splitting: Symptoms & Care
“Splitting” is a psychiatric term when an individual is unable to see alternatives. Sometimes it is described as seeing everything as black or white. It is considered a defense mechanism in those persons who suffer from borderline personality disorder (BPD). Splitting allows the person to reject anything they consider “bad”....
Most Important Mental Health Facts
Did you know one in 25 adults in the US alone experiences a severe mental illness in a given year? On a global scale, these mental health facts are staggering. Mental health significantly impacts our psychological and emotional wellbeing. As mental illnesses are becoming more common it helps to know...
How to Find a Holistic Psychiatrist Near Me
If you are looking for ways to manage mental illness holistically before talking about drug therapy, you will likely start to be on the lookout for "holistic psychiatrists near me". Prescription drugs are efficient, and can help you see effects immediately, but they are not one size fits all....
What Is An Anxiety Doctor?
Anxiety is one of the most common symptoms of several psychological illnesses including depression, bipolar disorders, and panic attacks. It is common to experience mild to moderate anxiety before or during a stressful situation (ex. exams, giving a presentation, confrontation, etc.) Mild to moderate anxiety that occurs occasionally could be...