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Dr. Robert Pollack, MD
Psychiatrist
Dr. Robert Pollack is a psychiatrist practicing in Fort Myers, FL. Dr. Pollack is a medical doctor specializing in the care of mental health patients. As a psychiatrist, Dr. Pollack diagnoses and treats mental illnesses. Dr. Pollack may treat patients through a variety of methods including medications, psychotherapy or talk therapy, psychosocial interventions and more, depending on each individual case. Different medications that a psychiatrist might prescribe include antidepressants, antipsychotic mediations, mood stabilizers, stimulants, sedatives and hypnotics. Dr. Pollack treats conditions like depression, anxiety, OCD, eating disorders, bipolar disorders, personality disorders, insomnia, ADD and other mental illnesses.
52 years
Experience
Dr. Robert Pollack, MD
- Fort Myers, FL
- Downstate Medical Center/SUNY
- Accepting new patients
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Over the past 15 years, the treatment of depression and related illnesses has undergone a myriad of changes. A milestone that had a significant impact was the effective use of...
Can ADHD be cured?
ADHD is primarily a congenital condition involving concentrations of dopamine and other neurotransmitters and the brains inability to process information. It can be controlled READ MORE
ADHD is primarily a congenital condition involving concentrations of dopamine and other neurotransmitters and the brains inability to process information. It can be controlled with medication or some other neuromodulation technique.
How do doctors treat obesity?
Some obesity is a result of endocrinopathies and/or behavioral difficulties. Care with a qualified nutritionist can produce the most effective and longest lasting solution to this READ MORE
Some obesity is a result of endocrinopathies and/or behavioral difficulties. Care with a qualified nutritionist can produce the most effective and longest lasting solution to this difficulty whether metabolically or behaviorally created.
Do antidepressants do more harm than good?
Depression is a true Brain Disease. Over 70% of first episodes of depression can be treated successfully with antidepressants. A proper antidepressant prescribed by a knowledgeable READ MORE
Depression is a true Brain Disease. Over 70% of first episodes of depression can be treated successfully with antidepressants. A proper antidepressant prescribed by a knowledgeable psychiatrist can be a life saver. Improperly prescribed by someone not properly trained can be harmful.
How long does it take for cognitive behavioral therapy to work?
No set time. It all depends on the degree of dysfunction and the skill of the CBT therapist.
What are the treatment options for seasonal affective disorder?
Light/dark imbalance causes a decrease in Orexin that trigger mood disturbance along with an imbalance in serotonin. The simplest and preferred treatment is the use of light. White READ MORE
Light/dark imbalance causes a decrease in Orexin that trigger mood disturbance along with an imbalance in serotonin. The simplest and preferred treatment is the use of light. White light of 10,000 lux added to the day before sunrise can precipitate a balance of serotonin and reestablish euthymia. These typically cost about $60 and can readily be purchased from Amazon. 10,000 lux white light. Do not stare at it just sit next to it for the requisite hour.
Can you go to the hospital for anxiety?
Anxiety is a disorder of neurophysiological origin. Most anxiety can be pharmacologically treated. On rare occasions when anxiety is associated with psychosis, it might necessitate READ MORE
Anxiety is a disorder of neurophysiological origin. Most anxiety can be pharmacologically treated. On rare occasions when anxiety is associated with psychosis, it might necessitate inpatient care, but that is very rare.
What helps panic attacks fast?
“Fast” would be breathing rapidly into a brown bag. Properly means either short term use of diazepams or longer term use of SSRIs or another proper meds. Treatment by a psychiatrist READ MORE
“Fast” would be breathing rapidly into a brown bag. Properly means either short term use of diazepams or longer term use of SSRIs or another proper meds. Treatment by a psychiatrist is still the best.
Can vitamin deficiencies cause anxiety?
Nutrients, vitamins and minerals are vital for maintaining your mental health. When these things are out of balance, symptoms like depression, anxiety and fatigue can rear their READ MORE
Nutrients, vitamins and minerals are vital for maintaining your mental health. When these things are out of balance, symptoms like depression, anxiety and fatigue can rear their ugly little heads. If your mental health could use some support, it’s worth checking out if you are deficient.
What causes anxiety disorders to develop?
In 1983 Dr David Sheehan wrote:
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Anxiety is not always psychological but rather a disease that can now be controlled. The symptoms are devastating: sudden unprovoked READ MORE
In 1983 Dr David Sheehan wrote:
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Anxiety is not always psychological but rather a disease that can now be controlled. The symptoms are devastating: sudden unprovoked attacks of anxiety-accompanied by skipping and racing of the heart, shortness of breath, lightheadedness, dizzy spells. Even worse is the fear that you are losing your mind. Since then we have learned that serotonin from the limbic system interacts with the locus ceruleus and an imbalance create the disease we know as anxiety. We now treat anxiety with anti anxiety agents as well as SSRI antidepressants. It is a successfully treatable illness.
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Anxiety is not always psychological but rather a disease that can now be controlled. The symptoms are devastating: sudden unprovoked attacks of anxiety-accompanied by skipping and racing of the heart, shortness of breath, lightheadedness, dizzy spells. Even worse is the fear that you are losing your mind. Since then we have learned that serotonin from the limbic system interacts with the locus ceruleus and an imbalance create the disease we know as anxiety. We now treat anxiety with anti anxiety agents as well as SSRI antidepressants. It is a successfully treatable illness.
Why does my mood change all the time?
Anxiety and Depression often coexist. It is not unusual for anxiety to show up first and then the depression. The emergence of the depression can be linked to the antianxiety medication READ MORE
Anxiety and Depression often coexist. It is not unusual for anxiety to show up first and then the depression. The emergence of the depression can be linked to the antianxiety medication being taken or the comorbid depression . A visit to the psychiatrist can get the medication better balanced. It is often found that the proper antidepressant can also effectively control the anxiety.
Addiction to anti-anxiety pills?
Anxiety disorders have many origins and many avenues for treatment. Anti-anxiety medications have been used since the mid 1980s ever since Anxiety , the illness, was shown to be READ MORE
Anxiety disorders have many origins and many avenues for treatment. Anti-anxiety medications have been used since the mid 1980s ever since Anxiety , the illness, was shown to be a neurophysiologically rooted illness. Antianxiety medications have been shown to be effective but have now become relegated to a second level for ongoing care. Use of SSRI medications have become a greater and safer option for the treatment of anxiety along with CBT. Getting away from anti-anxiety medications should be done under care of a psychiatrist who can also direct you to alternatives such as SSRIs, CBT, rTMS or even i.v. Ketamine Infusions.
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How do you recover from depression?
Depression is a brain disease. In order to treat it there should be an evaluation by a trained provider who can assess the nature of the illness and then determine what treatment READ MORE
Depression is a brain disease. In order to treat it there should be an evaluation by a trained provider who can assess the nature of the illness and then determine what treatment is warranted. 70% of depressions will respond to first line treatments. The other thirty percent are considered Treatment Resistant and 70% of these will respond to either TMS, TBS or Ketamine Infusions. Begin with a thorough diagnostic evaluation by a Board Certified Psychiatrist
