Michel R. Louvain
Psychiatrist | Psychiatry
300 North State Street Suite 5308 Chicago Illinois, 60654About
Michel R. Louvain, MD, FAPA, has a private practice in Chicago, Illinois. He specializes in treating the geriatric population with their psychiatric needs, as well as teaching at Loyola University of Chicago. An expert in abnormal movements in psychiatry, Dr. Louvain also practices at Saint Mary of Nazareth Hospital.
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Education and Training
University of Dakar
Ecole de Medecine de Dakar Senegal md 1964
Board Certification
American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
Provider Details
Michel R. Louvain's Expert Contributions
My mother is depressed with too much pain in her body. What should I do?
Join a health club with yoga casses READ MORE
I was sexually abused as a child and now as my marriage is approaching, I am beginning to freak out. What should I do?
do not get married. get progressively more affectively and physically involved and if it works well get married, if it does not, dont. At this time you are running toward a disaster that will worsen and solidify your worst memories READ MORE
Is uncontrolled eating a sign of depression?
It could be. Talk to her. Share your problems with her, she may share hers with you READ MORE
I worry too much about death. Is this normal?
Yes it's rational to think about death and everybody does die. In the big book of life all living are to transmit our DNA to the next generation. After that all being are useless. In fact a lot of insects die just after procreation. So consider that whatever you live beyond procretion time is just a gift of nature and be happy and cherish that gift. READ MORE
Bipolar Medicaton
Lithium or Tegretol seroquel, Mellaril and Elavil. Benzos should never been prescibed and specially for bipolar disorder READ MORE
My wife is a shopaholic. Is it a behavior or a medical problem?
This is a classical feature of manicdepressive illness....How does it intrefere in your finances? Does she acknowledge it? If not there is not much to do. READ MORE
Why am I not happy as all other moms around me are?
One is never as happy as one could be especially if you compare yourself to others. The best is to talk to your friends who are new mothers and compare how you both feel. There's probably nothing wrong with you. READ MORE
Can bipolar disorder affect anyone at any age?
Bipolar disorder is a genetic illness that can be worsened or improved during the first years of life by the care takers usually mother, father.....It is characterized by mood swings with 3 poles, depression, happiness, anger. The diagnosis is subject to mode. 30 yers ago everybody was labeled schzophreic and nw nearly everybody is labeled manic depressive..... If you are not a physician, do not read medical books. READ MORE
How can I manage my anxiety?
Amitryptiline 25mg at 8pm everyday READ MORE
How can I control anger?
Yes it is a form of manic depressive illness and can be and can lead to very dangerous situations. The best treatment is Tegretol 300mg 1 or 2 at 8pm every day to stabilze the mood. There is nothing to control the anger . READ MORE
Is excess sex drive a mental health problem?
You are probably an anorgasmic woman and your frustration is extremely normal. Find an adequate partner READ MORE
my Girl she's into sex extremely
Find a good sex partner READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Associate Professor, Loyola University -
Awards
- Fellowship Program, American Psychiatric Association, 2009
Professional Memberships
- American Psychiatric Association
Professional Society Memberships
- American Medical Association
Articles and Publications
- Video- Abnormal Movement in Psychiatry
What do you attribute your success to?
Determination, Hard Work and Making the Right Decisions at the Right Time
Hobbies / Sports
- Scuba Diving, Skiing
Favorite professional publications
- American Psychiatric Journal
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