Psychiatric Conditions We Treat
Anxiety
Anxiety is a natural and common human emotion. When you’re anxious, your body and mind might react with physical symptoms like a faster heart rate, tense muscles, and racing thoughts. Anxiety is normal, but persistent or severe anxiety may interfere with daily life and may require attention and support.
Depression
Depression is a complex mental health condition that goes beyond occasional feelings of sadness or temporary mood swings. It profoundly affects an individual’s emotional and physical well-being, altering how they think, feel, and engage with the world around them. Characterized by a persistent sense of despair, loss of interest in previously enjoyed activities, and a noticeable impact on daily functioning, depression requires a compassionate, multifaceted treatment approach.
ADHD
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is a neurodevelopmental condition characterized by challenges in sustaining attention, impulsivity, and often excessive physical activity. In Short, it’s hard to pay attention, control impulses, and stay still, making it a bit tougher to focus and manage tasks. Medications can be effective in managing symptoms.
Bipolar Disorder
Bipolar disorder is a mental health condition that causes extreme mood swings, ranging from high energy and euphoria (mania) to low energy and deep sadness (depression). These mood swings can affect a person’s daily life. Managing mood swings in bipolar disorder often involves a combination of medication, therapy, and lifestyle changes.
PTSD
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder can develop after someone experiences a traumatic event. You may have intense thoughts, and feelings, and may experience flashbacks, nightmares, or difficulty sleeping. It can affect daily life, but with proper support and treatment, you can learn to manage and cope with its effects.
Refine Your Mind, Reclaim Your Life
At Platinum Psychiatry, we’re all about giving you the support and service you really deserve. Our clinic is here for anyone dealing with mood swings, stress, ADHD, and more. We believe in teamwork to help you feel better. We’ll listen to what you’re going through and work together to improve your day-to-day life. We know mental health can be tricky, with lots of myths and not-so-great experiences out there. That’s why we’re here to make things different and better for you.
I’ve encountered these emotions and feelings before…
Depression
- A lack of interest or enjoyment in activities
- Persistent low mood
- Fatigue or diminished energy
- Changes in appetite, either reduced or increased
- Difficulty focusing
- Restlessness or agitation
- Thoughts of self-harm or that life isn’t worth living
Mood disorders
Anxiety
- Worrying a lot about different things, not just one issue
- Finding it hard to stop or control your worry
- Feeling on edge
- Getting tired easily
- Having trouble focusing
- Being easily annoyed
- Struggling to sleep
ADHD
- Difficulty staying focused or paying attention to tasks
- Often forgetting to finish tasks
- Getting distracted easily
- Trouble staying seated or still
- Cutting into conversations or interrupting others
Bipolar disorder
Bipolar disorder is a mental health condition characterized by extreme mood swings that include emotional highs, known as mania or hypomania, and lows, or depression. These intense fluctuations can affect energy, thinking, and behavior, leading to unpredictable mood and behavioral changes that can cause significant challenges in daily life.
The main types of bipolar disorder are:
- Bipolar I Disorder: This type involves periods of severe mood episodes from mania to depression.
- Bipolar II Disorder: A milder form, involving less severe manic phases called hypomania, alternated with depressive episodes.
Common Causes of Mental Health Conditions
Mental illness encompasses a wide range of mental health conditions that affect mood, thinking, and behavior. The causes are often complex and multifaceted, involving a combination of genetic, biological, environmental, and psychological factors.
The exact causes of mental illness can vary greatly depending on the specific condition, but common factors include:
- Genetic Factors: Many mental illnesses run in families, suggesting that genes may play a role.
- Biological Factors: Imbalances in brain chemistry or structural changes in the brain can contribute to mental illness.
- Life Experiences: Traumatic or stressful life events, such as abuse, the death of a loved one, or financial problems, can trigger mental illness in people predisposed to these conditions.
- Environmental Exposures: Exposure to environmental stressors, toxins, or even prenatal damage can play a role in the development of mental illness.
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Educational Resources
Understanding one’s condition is an essential part of managing mental illness. We provide patients and their families with educational materials and resources to help them understand the nature of mental illness, treatment options, and strategies for coping and recovery.