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Vikram Kumar
Psychiatrist | Forensic Psychiatry
Dr. Vikram Kumar is a an American Board certified psychiatrist and forensic psychiatrist practicing in New York. Dr. Kumar is a medical doctor specializing in treating mental health patients. As a forensic psychiatrist, Dr. Kumar specializes in the practice of assisting the legal system by providing a better understanding of mental health and individuals with psychiatric diagnoses. This is done through forensic psychiatric assessments and expert testimony in court. Dr. Kumar's expertise in forensic assessments includes competency to stand trial, treatments over objection and court-ordered psychiatric medications and risk assessments.
Dr. Kumar diagnoses and treats mental illnesses. Dr. Kumar 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. Kumar treats conditions like depression, anxiety, OCD, eating disorders, bipolar disorders, personality disorders, insomnia, ADHD and other mental illnesses.
Dr. Kumar diagnoses and treats mental illnesses. Dr. Kumar 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. Kumar treats conditions like depression, anxiety, OCD, eating disorders, bipolar disorders, personality disorders, insomnia, ADHD and other mental illnesses.
9 years
Experience
Vikram Kumar
- New Hampton, NY
- Sri Ramachandra University
- Accepting new patients
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What helps with depression?
The first step is recognizing and acknowledging that you're experiencing symptoms of depression, kudos to you for that! There are variety of options available including but not READ MORE
The first step is recognizing and acknowledging that you're experiencing symptoms of depression, kudos to you for that! There are variety of options available including but not limited to, psychotherapy, medications and environmental modifications. With the proper treatment, depression is absolutely manageable. Would advise seeking an expert opinion to learn more about your depression and ways to manage it.
Note: this is an opinion, not to be misinterpreted as actual doctor-patient recommendations, which are provided when expert opinion is sought. If you're experiencing an emergency, kindly call 911 or visit the nearest ER immediately.
Note: this is an opinion, not to be misinterpreted as actual doctor-patient recommendations, which are provided when expert opinion is sought. If you're experiencing an emergency, kindly call 911 or visit the nearest ER immediately.
Can depression medications cause more harm?
I am not sure what you mean by harm, are you talking about side effects? Just like any other set of medications, those taken for depression have their side effects. The most commonly READ MORE
I am not sure what you mean by harm, are you talking about side effects? Just like any other set of medications, those taken for depression have their side effects. The most commonly experienced side effects include nausea, gastric distress, insomnia/sedation, weight changes, etc. Research and empirical evidence has shown that these side effects usually go away when the medications are taken regularly for more than 3-4 weeks. Best recommendation would be to work with a mental health specialist and develop a plan that best suits your needs which may or may not include medications.
Note: this is an opinion, not to be misinterpreted as actual doctor-patient recommendations, which are provided when expert opinion is sought. If you're experiencing an emergency, kindly call 911 or visit the nearest ER immediately.
Note: this is an opinion, not to be misinterpreted as actual doctor-patient recommendations, which are provided when expert opinion is sought. If you're experiencing an emergency, kindly call 911 or visit the nearest ER immediately.
What treatments are effective for anxiety?
Your insight in recognizing your anxiety is very commendable! There are many effective treatments for anxiety, including and not limited to therapy, lifestyle and environmental READ MORE
Your insight in recognizing your anxiety is very commendable! There are many effective treatments for anxiety, including and not limited to therapy, lifestyle and environmental modifications, and if needed, medications. By working with a mental health provider, you can gain further insight into the type of anxiety you experience and develop a treatment plan that best suits you. Rest assured, with the right kind of help, anxiety is very manageable!
Of note, this is my opinion. If you are experiencing an emergency, please call 911 or go to the nearest ER immediately
Of note, this is my opinion. If you are experiencing an emergency, please call 911 or go to the nearest ER immediately
Should I take medications for anxiety?
Your insight in recognizing that you have anxiety is commendable. There are different ways by which anxiety can be managed appropriately including medications, therapy, environmental READ MORE
Your insight in recognizing that you have anxiety is commendable. There are different ways by which anxiety can be managed appropriately including medications, therapy, environmental changes and lifestyle modifications. The treatment mainly depends on the type of anxiety, it's duration and severity.
I would definitely recommend seeking help from a mental health specialist who can help you in identifying the kind of anxiety you're experiencing and working with them to develop a management plan that best suits your needs.
Of note, this is just my opinion. If you are experiencing any concerning symptoms, I would recommend seeing help immediately. In case of an emergency, please call 911 or go to the nearest ER immediately.
I would definitely recommend seeking help from a mental health specialist who can help you in identifying the kind of anxiety you're experiencing and working with them to develop a management plan that best suits your needs.
Of note, this is just my opinion. If you are experiencing any concerning symptoms, I would recommend seeing help immediately. In case of an emergency, please call 911 or go to the nearest ER immediately.
Can anxiety go away?
Is the anger arising due to anxiety? Because you are describing two separate feelings and therefore, how they are connected need to be further explored. Anxiety can be well managed READ MORE
Is the anger arising due to anxiety? Because you are describing two separate feelings and therefore, how they are connected need to be further explored. Anxiety can be well managed with the right kind of help which may be in the form of medication, therapy, environmental changes and/or a combination of any of these. My best recommendation would be to seek help promptly with a mental health provider. They can help you in identifying and coming up with an individualized plan for your anxiety and anger.
Of note, this is just my opinion. Please seek mental health support promptly to better identify and manage your symptoms. In the event that you're experiencing thoughts of self-harm or any concerning symptoms, please call 911 or go to the nearest ER immediately
Of note, this is just my opinion. Please seek mental health support promptly to better identify and manage your symptoms. In the event that you're experiencing thoughts of self-harm or any concerning symptoms, please call 911 or go to the nearest ER immediately
Can I take medications for anxiety?
Kudos to you for recognizing that you have anxiety. It is normal and natural to experience anxiety. However, when it is affecting the functioning of your daily life and you feel READ MORE
Kudos to you for recognizing that you have anxiety. It is normal and natural to experience anxiety. However, when it is affecting the functioning of your daily life and you feel it is getting out of control, I recommend seeking help from a mental health specialist. There are many types of anxiety and a specialist can help you better understand and address your anxiety based on your requirements. Medications can be taken if that is the recommended option and you would like to take them.
Of note, this is just an opinion. I recommend seeking a services of a mental health provider. If you are experiencing any thoughts of self harm or concerning symptoms I highly recommend calling 911 or going to the nearest ER immediately
Of note, this is just an opinion. I recommend seeking a services of a mental health provider. If you are experiencing any thoughts of self harm or concerning symptoms I highly recommend calling 911 or going to the nearest ER immediately
How long is the treatment for depression?
The treatment for depression depends on a number of factors including but not limited to, the severity, duration and the symptoms. Treatment can last from a few months to longer. READ MORE
The treatment for depression depends on a number of factors including but not limited to, the severity, duration and the symptoms. Treatment can last from a few months to longer. Some might need lifelong treatment in the form of medication and/or therapy to manage symptoms. It is best to seek timely help from a mental health provider and come up with an individualized plan to best suit the needs.
Of note, this is just an opinion. I definitely recommend seeking immediate help from a provider. If you are experiencing any thoughts of self-harm, please call 911 immediately or go to the nearest ER.
Of note, this is just an opinion. I definitely recommend seeking immediate help from a provider. If you are experiencing any thoughts of self-harm, please call 911 immediately or go to the nearest ER.
Can ADHD be fixed?
personally, I do not like using the term "fixed" when it comes to mental health. ADHD can be effectively and well managed with the right treatment. If your daughter was diagnosed READ MORE
personally, I do not like using the term "fixed" when it comes to mental health. ADHD can be effectively and well managed with the right treatment. If your daughter was diagnosed with ADHD and I'm hoping it was done by a mental health provider, I would recommend working together with the provider to come up with a treatment plan that best suits the needs of your daughter.
How long is the treatment for alcohol addiction?
What is commendable is your recognition and insight of problematic alcohol use and seeking advise about it! It depends on a lot of things. Primarily is the extent of use, the level READ MORE
What is commendable is your recognition and insight of problematic alcohol use and seeking advise about it! It depends on a lot of things. Primarily is the extent of use, the level of motivation one has towards seeking change. Management of alcohol use disorder can take place anywhere from an outpatient clinic to a rehabilitation facility, depending on the above mentioned and many other factors. The most important thing to know is that there is help at hand and multiple options available.
P.S., If you are experiencing withdrawal symptoms, please go to the nearest ER now. Withdrawal is dangerous and life threatening if not managed appropriately.
P.S., If you are experiencing withdrawal symptoms, please go to the nearest ER now. Withdrawal is dangerous and life threatening if not managed appropriately.
Do medications help with depression?
Yes, medications do help with depression. With the right medications, therapy, and environmental changes, depression can be safely and effectively managed. These are just opinions READ MORE
Yes, medications do help with depression. With the right medications, therapy, and environmental changes, depression can be safely and effectively managed.
These are just opinions and I would totally recommend seeking help from a mental health specialist.
Of note, if you are experiencing any thoughts of self-harm, please go to the nearest ER or call 911 immediately.
These are just opinions and I would totally recommend seeking help from a mental health specialist.
Of note, if you are experiencing any thoughts of self-harm, please go to the nearest ER or call 911 immediately.
Can depression be fixed with medications?
Of note, this is just an opinion. If you are experiencing thoughts of depression, please seek the services of a mental health provider promptly. If you're experiencing any concerning READ MORE
Of note, this is just an opinion. If you are experiencing thoughts of depression, please seek the services of a mental health provider promptly. If you're experiencing any concerning symptoms including thoughts of self-harm, please call 911 immediately or go to the nearest ER
Can anxiety attacks be life-threatening?
Well episodes of severe anxiety and panic attacks can lead an individual to experience symptoms that can present like a cardiac event, evidence shows that panic attacks or anxiety READ MORE
Well episodes of severe anxiety and panic attacks can lead an individual to experience symptoms that can present like a cardiac event, evidence shows that panic attacks or anxiety attacks by themselves are not inherently life threatening. However, anxiety attacks can happen due to a variety of factors and seeking prompt help from a mental health provider is best.
Of note, this is just an opinion. If you are experiencing any symptoms that feel life threatening, please call 911 immediately or go to the nearest ER.
Of note, this is just an opinion. If you are experiencing any symptoms that feel life threatening, please call 911 immediately or go to the nearest ER.
What medications work for anxiety?
There are various medications that work for anxiety. Medications like prozac and zoloft are approved to treat different anxiety disorders. Certain types of anxiety can be well READ MORE
There are various medications that work for anxiety. Medications like prozac and zoloft are approved to treat different anxiety disorders. Certain types of anxiety can be well managed through just therapy. The treatment of anxiety involves identifying the type of anxiety and its severity which can be done through seeking help from a mental health provider. I would recommend seeing a mental health provider and coming up with a plan together with them, that works for you.
anxiety and depression
I see, I'm sorry to hear about the rough patch and i hope things are getting better. Starting off, usually Cymbalta beyond 60 mg is used for fibromyalgia and musculoskeletal pain, READ MORE
I see, I'm sorry to hear about the rough patch and i hope things are getting better. Starting off, usually Cymbalta beyond 60 mg is used for fibromyalgia and musculoskeletal pain, so i might try other options such as therapy. If you are not receiving any kind of therapy, I would highly recommend that. Working with a therapist might help with the situation. Hope things get better very soon
