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20 years
Experience
Dr. Alan Kevin Geller, D.O.
- Brooklyn, NY
- Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
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Handling stress?
It sounds like you will need a medication acutely in order to be able to engage in therapy. You will not be able to take advantage of therapy unless you are somewhat comfortable READ MORE
It sounds like you will need a medication acutely in order to be able to engage in therapy. You will not be able to take advantage of therapy unless you are somewhat comfortable and not actively panicking.
Anxiety problems?
Anxiety is subjective, and if you are not able to control your body during an attack, it is a significant problem even if the trigger is very small.
Never sleep well?
First line is sleep hygiene or CBT for insomnia. There are also many medications that may help.
Need help as soon as possible?
Please go to your nearest emergency department and if you cannot physically get there, call 911.
Benzodiazepine eyes are tired?
It sounds like some type of paradoxical reaction, nonetheless it does not sound like the benzodiazepine for you
How do you calm a bipolar person?
Fortunately or unfortunately, with medication. A true manic episode will not typically respond just to re-direction or calming techniques.
What is the best medicine for panic attacks?
Inderal or beta-blockers in addition to typical anxiolytic medications
What can I take to calm my nerves?
Very often, we use anticholinergic medications similar to Benadryl, which is over the counter, 25-50mg.
What is talk therapy used for?
Hello,
It is an underutilized and excellent question. Psychotherapy is used for many purposes, but underlying it all is the goal to provide the time and space for simple and READ MORE
Hello,
It is an underutilized and excellent question. Psychotherapy is used for many purposes, but underlying it all is the goal to provide the time and space for simple and clear communication about complex thoughts and feelings, conflicts, ideas, and questions.
Best,
It is an underutilized and excellent question. Psychotherapy is used for many purposes, but underlying it all is the goal to provide the time and space for simple and clear communication about complex thoughts and feelings, conflicts, ideas, and questions.
Best,
What can I do for my fears?
I recommend engaging in routine individual therapy to address this behavior rooted in anxiety as well as considering medication interventions that may allow you to be more comfortable READ MORE
I recommend engaging in routine individual therapy to address this behavior rooted in anxiety as well as considering medication interventions that may allow you to be more comfortable addressing this issue in therapy.
Can bipolar disorder affect anyone at any age?
Bipolar illness is a major mental illness in which the symptoms are fairly undeniable. It carries a genetic component and therefore affects persons earlier versus later in life. READ MORE
Bipolar illness is a major mental illness in which the symptoms are fairly undeniable. It carries a genetic component and therefore affects persons earlier versus later in life.
What causes panic attacks in a person?
Panic disorder strictly defined occurs without an obvious trigger or "out of the blue". Panic may be brought on biologically by too much CO2 or impaired respiration including READ MORE
Panic disorder strictly defined occurs without an obvious trigger or "out of the blue". Panic may be brought on biologically by too much CO2 or impaired respiration including shallow breathing.
Phobias or fears may lead to panic attacks so the triggers may appear 'weird' but likely have some emotional connection to the person (conscious or unconscious connections).
Phobias or fears may lead to panic attacks so the triggers may appear 'weird' but likely have some emotional connection to the person (conscious or unconscious connections).
When is it the right time to see a doctor for depression?
I would recommend utilizing what is readily available to the person including school counselors, work-related medical/mental health services and religious persons (pastors, rabbis) READ MORE
I would recommend utilizing what is readily available to the person including school counselors, work-related medical/mental health services and religious persons (pastors, rabbis) to begin.
I am feeling better with just my anti-anxiety medications. Do I still require counseling?
Yes. It is recommended that you build an understanding of what the medication is doing for you, what has changed or become easier/more tolerable as well as working on ways that READ MORE
Yes. It is recommended that you build an understanding of what the medication is doing for you, what has changed or become easier/more tolerable as well as working on ways that one may help the medication help themselves.
Does a schizophrenia patient also suffer from memory loss?
Depending on the medication, sometimes there may be what the profession calls 'cognitive dulling'. Psychosis itself is extremely preoccupying and the person may appear inattentive READ MORE
Depending on the medication, sometimes there may be what the profession calls 'cognitive dulling'. Psychosis itself is extremely preoccupying and the person may appear inattentive and forgetful.
My son is affected by his older brother's behavior. How should I talk to him?
It certainly may be very difficult for your son. I would strongly recommend creating 'special time' or an activity just for your 7 year old. Individual therapy is one example READ MORE
It certainly may be very difficult for your son. I would strongly recommend creating 'special time' or an activity just for your 7 year old. Individual therapy is one example of such time. A sport or extracurricular activity is another.
How can I control anger?
I would definitely recommend you considering individual therapy to help clarify your feelings especially if you are motivated to address the health risks related to chronic anger READ MORE
I would definitely recommend you considering individual therapy to help clarify your feelings especially if you are motivated to address the health risks related to chronic anger issues.
Is excessive sleeping a side effect of anti depressants?
This is certainly something I recommend speaking to the prescribing physician about. Adverse side effects should be addressed by the physician.
