EXPERT
Marian Kaplun Shapiro
Psychologist
- Lexington, Massachusetts
- Harvard University
- Accepting new patients
Hypnosis
Do you have frequent nightmares? Panic attacks? Debilitating phobias? Have you been told that you suffer from PTSD? These are all conditions that can be treated successfully...
What is Anxiety?
Anxiety. Even the word makes you feel anxious. From the Latin anxietās, this word, and its many synonyms (worry, nervousness, upset, distress…), has described states of mind...
What is the best therapy for anger management?
Perhaps you could consult a parenting specialist. Having someone to talk to and provide guidance might be practical and helpful.
Peace,
(Dr) Marian Shapiro
Licensed Psychologist
is anxiety causing me to become nauseous and throw up
It’s great that you are looking to solve this unpleasant problem – it is a fine idea to see a psychologist, or a social worker, to evaluate. At any rate, you say you are anxious in some situations, and it would be good to understand that and perhaps address it so that it becomes less significant. I’ll bet the consult is useful! Maybe you will find that talking about the problems makes them go away!
Peace,
(Dr.) Marian Shapiro
Licensed Psychologist
How do you stop panic attacks without medication?
Look up the American Society of Clinical Hypnosis and choose a professional who specializes in anxiety and/or panic disorders. A few sessions will do it. You might want to work on the causes of panic afterwards as well.
Good luck!!
Peace,
Marian
(Dr) Marian Shapiro
Licensed Psychologist
Can you have psychotherapy for depression?
Good luck!
Peace,
(Dr.) Marian K. Shapiro
Licensed psychologist
Do antidepressants ruin your brain?
No, that is NOT true. If it were, 15.5 million Americans, the approximate number who have
taken antidepressants for 5 years or more, would be walking around with ‘ruined brains’. I think someone in the medical field would have noticed!
Depression deserves treatment. Please stay on your treatment. Unfortunately it takes about 3 weeks to kick in, though some new ones work in a week.
Good luck. Glad you checked this false fact out!
Peace,
(Dr) Marian Shapiro
Licensed Psychologist
How long does the depression last after quitting smoking?
I am not sure what you mean by ‘depression’ - are you hopeless? Endlessly sad? Not interested in anything you usually enjoy? Sleeping a lot? Not eating?
If so, I doubt it is from stopping smoking. More likely from other related themes that smoking distracted you from. Some counseling might be helpful.
If you are anxious, that may be more from withdrawal and will diminish with time AND helped with clinical hypnosis. Get a name of a qualified hypnosis professional from ASCH, the American Society of Clinical Hypnosis for a few sessions.
Good luck! You’ve gone most of the way.
Peace,
(Dr) Marian K Shapiro
Licensed Psychologist
Should I see a psychologist for insomnia?
Is isolation a factor in many people who have mental breaks?
And, in addition, there is no one to notice signs of illness, so early help is not sought. Even phoneAnd zoom can be somewhat effective, however.
Thanks for asking!
Peace,
(Dr) Marian Shapiro
Licensed Psychologist
What treatment options are available for an individual who has a drinking problem?
A psychologist who specializes in addictions will be able to recommend a treatment choice that best fits your friend. There are facilities where your friend could live and have inclusive treatment including Group and individual therapy. There are out-patient groups. There are self-help groups (AA and others). Even within organization s like AA there are choices of groups which might be good matches for your friend.
Good luck - your friend is lucky to have you!
Peace,
(Dr) Marian K Shapiro
Licensed Psychologist
What does a psychologist do for schizophrenia?
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Marian
How long does it take to emotionally recover from divorce?
Good luck!
Dr. Marian Shapiro
Licensed Psychologist
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Marian
Is a childhood environment more influential on personality than genetics?
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(Dr.) Marian Shapiro
Licensed Psychologist
My aunt sleeps all day?
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Marian
(Dr.) Marian Shapiro
Licensed Psychologist
I am going through mental traumas?
Losing weight without trying?
I hope you have a therapist in addition to the meds you are taking. If you “like” that you are “punishing your body,” you need help from a qualified therapist. Your body is the only one you will ever have – why would you not want to care for it? It is important that you understand the answer to that question, and literally change how you think about it. Do get help finding a good therapist – you could start by asking your doctor (pediatrician?) for a referral. You could also ask another doctor you have, maybe a dermatologist, or allergist, or a nutritionist, or a physical therapist – someone you like. Or a teacher or guidance counselor in your high school. Please get some help – you have so many years to enjoy, what an opportunity you have now to make them good ones.
Peace,
Dr. Marian Shapiro
Do I have OCD?
What you describe is a compulsion. Obsessive-Compulsive diagnosis includes a more complex set of behaviors. Do you want to stop doing this particular thing? If so, you can try many ‘tricks’ to stop yourself such as wearing a hat, busying your hands with other activities like knitting, twiddling, playing with a distracting fidget toy, doodling - if you succeed. If not, make an appointment with a reputable hypnotherapist (American Society of Clinical Hypnosis) for a couple of appointments on Zoom.
Hope this helped.
Peace,
Dr. Marian Shapiro
My 9 year old daughter smoking cigarettes?
Quick, you need help - you are having trouble being a parent to a 9-year-old. What will you do as she gets older? Smoking is a long-term health destroyer – a child at 9 is legally not allowed to make the decision to destroy her health, because she can’t grasp the details. Therefore, the legal age for smoking is 18. Your child is PRE-adolescent, still growing, hormones changing….
It is very possible that a child protection agency will discover your daughter’s behavior and you will be investigated as a negligent parent. Remember, kids talk to each other and they talk to their parents and teachers. Cigarette smoking smells – others will notice that smell. Get ahead of the process and ask for help from a parenting class. Social work agencies often have or know of such parenting classes or groups.
It’s good you wrote about this big problem – if you act now, you have a shot at solving it!
Peace,
Dr. Marian Shapiro
The winter artificial heat is making me restless and psychotic?
Good luck with it.
Peace,
Dr. Marian Shapiro
Why do people become addicted to antidepressants?
Hope that answers your question – and if it is you who needs an antidepressant, don’t avoid trying one prescribed for you out of the idea that it is addicting!
Peace,
Dr. Marian Shapiro
Friend is having issues with depression and anxiety?
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Dr. Marian Shapiro