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Rajip Barman
Geriatric Psychiatrist
Dr. Rajdip Barman is a double board-certified psychiatrist (adult & geriatric psychiatry) practicing in Davenport, IA. Dr. Barman specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of mental disorders, particularly in older adults. Patients who visit geriatric psychiatrists typically look for help with problems like memory loss, depression, difficulty coping with change, stress, dementia, anxiety, and more. Older adults may also experience emotional distress after being diagnosed with a disease as well. Dr. Barman helps patients after a comprehensive diagnostic exam so the root of their problems can be treated.
8 years
Experience
Rajip Barman
- Davenport, IA
- Virginia-Tech Carilion
- Accepting new patients
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Does long-term use of Xanax cause dementia?
Xanax and medications similar to Xanax (Benzodiazepines) do increase the risk of cognitive deficit, habit formation, tolerance, depression, confusion and falls especially with READ MORE
Xanax and medications similar to Xanax (Benzodiazepines) do increase the risk of cognitive deficit, habit formation, tolerance, depression, confusion and falls especially with aging. PTSD itself increases the risk of cognitive deficit and hence a person who has been diagnosed with PTSD and also taking Benzodiazepine like Xanax will be more vulnerable to develop dementia. Having said that, every individual is different and should be assessed case by case. If your doctor has a concern, there must would be a reason behind it. In general, Xanax is recommended for anxiety as a short-term basis, not for several months unless there are other indications to continue.
