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Dr. Anita Manns, PMHNP-BC
Adolescent Psychiatrist | Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
Dr. Dr. Anita Manns, PMHNP-BC is a psychiatrist practicing in Farmington Hills, Michigan. Dr. Manns, PMHNP-BC is a medical doctor specializing in the care of mental health patients. As a psychiatrist, Dr. Manns, PMHNP-BC diagnoses and treats mental illnesses. Dr. Manns, PMHNP-BC 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. Manns, PMHNP-BC treats conditions like depression, anxiety, OCD, eating disorders, bipolar disorders, personality disorders, insomnia, ADD and other mental illnesses.
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Dr. Anita Manns, PMHNP-BC
- Farmington Hills, Michigan
- University of Michigan
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Is obesity mental?
Obesity is not classified as a mental illness. It is primarily recognized as a complex medical condition characterized by an excess of body fat. The World Health Organization (WHO) READ MORE
Obesity is not classified as a mental illness. It is primarily recognized as a complex medical condition characterized by an excess of body fat. The World Health Organization (WHO) and the American Medical Association (AMA) classify obesity as a disease due to its association with a range of health problems, including diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and certain cancers.
However, there is a recognized relationship between obesity and mental health. Psychological factors can contribute to the development of obesity, and obesity can also have significant mental health consequences. For instance:
Psychological Contributors to Obesity:
Emotional eating, where individuals eat in response to stress, anxiety, or depression.
Eating disorders such as binge eating disorder, which is often associated with obesity.
Mental Health Consequences of Obesity:
Increased risk of depression and anxiety.
Lower self-esteem and body image issues.
Social stigma and discrimination, which can lead to social isolation and further psychological distress.
Given these interrelationships, the management of obesity often includes addressing psychological and behavioral factors alongside medical and nutritional interventions. Multidisciplinary approaches that include mental health support can be particularly effective in treating obesity
However, there is a recognized relationship between obesity and mental health. Psychological factors can contribute to the development of obesity, and obesity can also have significant mental health consequences. For instance:
Psychological Contributors to Obesity:
Emotional eating, where individuals eat in response to stress, anxiety, or depression.
Eating disorders such as binge eating disorder, which is often associated with obesity.
Mental Health Consequences of Obesity:
Increased risk of depression and anxiety.
Lower self-esteem and body image issues.
Social stigma and discrimination, which can lead to social isolation and further psychological distress.
Given these interrelationships, the management of obesity often includes addressing psychological and behavioral factors alongside medical and nutritional interventions. Multidisciplinary approaches that include mental health support can be particularly effective in treating obesity
What medications work for anxiety?
Several classes of medications are commonly used to treat anxiety disorders. The choice of medication depends on the specific type of anxiety disorder, the patient's overall health, READ MORE
Several classes of medications are commonly used to treat anxiety disorders. The choice of medication depends on the specific type of anxiety disorder, the patient's overall health, and other individual factors. Here are the main categories of medications used to manage anxiety:
Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs):
Commonly prescribed as the first line of treatment for anxiety disorders.
Examples:
Sertraline (Zoloft)
Fluoxetine (Prozac)
Escitalopram (Lexapro)
Paroxetine (Paxil)
Citalopram (Celexa)
Serotonin-Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitors (SNRIs):
Also frequently used for anxiety.
Examples:
Venlafaxine (Effexor XR)
Duloxetine (Cymbalta)
Benzodiazepines:
Used for short-term relief of severe anxiety symptoms due to their potential for dependence and tolerance.
Examples:
Alprazolam (Xanax)
Lorazepam (Ativan)
Clonazepam (Klonopin)
Diazepam (Valium)
Buspirone (Buspar):
An anxiolytic that is used for generalized anxiety disorder (GAD).
It is less sedating than benzodiazepines and has a lower risk of dependence.
Beta-Blockers:
Primarily used for physical symptoms of anxiety, such as rapid heartbeat.
Examples:
Propranolol (Inderal)
Atenolol (Tenormin)
Tricyclic Antidepressants (TCAs):
Sometimes used for anxiety disorders, though they generally have more side effects than SSRIs and SNRIs.
Examples:
Imipramine (Tofranil)
Clomipramine (Anafranil)
Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (MAOIs):
Less commonly used due to dietary restrictions and potential side effects.
Examples:
Phenelzine (Nardil)
Tranylcypromine (Parnate)
Other Medications:
Hydroxyzine (Vistaril): An antihistamine with anxiolytic properties, sometimes used for short-term relief.
Gabapentin (Neurontin) and Pregabalin (Lyrica): Sometimes used off-label for anxiety.
It's important for patients to work closely with their healthcare provider to determine the most appropriate medication and dosage for their specific situation. In addition to medication, therapy (such as cognitive-behavioral therapy) and lifestyle changes can be highly effective in managing anxiety.
Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs):
Commonly prescribed as the first line of treatment for anxiety disorders.
Examples:
Sertraline (Zoloft)
Fluoxetine (Prozac)
Escitalopram (Lexapro)
Paroxetine (Paxil)
Citalopram (Celexa)
Serotonin-Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitors (SNRIs):
Also frequently used for anxiety.
Examples:
Venlafaxine (Effexor XR)
Duloxetine (Cymbalta)
Benzodiazepines:
Used for short-term relief of severe anxiety symptoms due to their potential for dependence and tolerance.
Examples:
Alprazolam (Xanax)
Lorazepam (Ativan)
Clonazepam (Klonopin)
Diazepam (Valium)
Buspirone (Buspar):
An anxiolytic that is used for generalized anxiety disorder (GAD).
It is less sedating than benzodiazepines and has a lower risk of dependence.
Beta-Blockers:
Primarily used for physical symptoms of anxiety, such as rapid heartbeat.
Examples:
Propranolol (Inderal)
Atenolol (Tenormin)
Tricyclic Antidepressants (TCAs):
Sometimes used for anxiety disorders, though they generally have more side effects than SSRIs and SNRIs.
Examples:
Imipramine (Tofranil)
Clomipramine (Anafranil)
Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (MAOIs):
Less commonly used due to dietary restrictions and potential side effects.
Examples:
Phenelzine (Nardil)
Tranylcypromine (Parnate)
Other Medications:
Hydroxyzine (Vistaril): An antihistamine with anxiolytic properties, sometimes used for short-term relief.
Gabapentin (Neurontin) and Pregabalin (Lyrica): Sometimes used off-label for anxiety.
It's important for patients to work closely with their healthcare provider to determine the most appropriate medication and dosage for their specific situation. In addition to medication, therapy (such as cognitive-behavioral therapy) and lifestyle changes can be highly effective in managing anxiety.
