Dr. Linda Y. Callaghan MD
Psychiatrist | Psychiatry
542 N 3rd St Montgomery IN, 47558About
Linda Y. Callaghan, MD, has a private practice in Washington, Indiana. She also works for I-Lipo Healthy Shapes, providing psychiatric care for those about to undergo liposuction procedures. Dr. Callaghan also investigates cases of child sexual abuse and general anxiety disorders. In the past, she served Michigan State University as the Director of their Psychiatric Program. She has also been published on the topic of child sexual abuse in multiple editions of medical journals and books.
Education and Training
University of the East
University of the East/Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Medical Center College of Medicine 1968
Board Certification
American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology- Psychiatry
Provider Details
Dr. Linda Y. Callaghan MD's Expert Contributions
Is depression a sign of madness?
People who suffer from severe depression may have psychotic features such as delusions, auditory hallucinations, which will improve with treatment. A condition called Bipolar Disorder, used to be called manic Depressive Disorder, has depression with psychotic features also which will improve with the right medications and therapy. READ MORE
How should a person requiring psychiatric help be approached?
Tell your friend that you are very concerned about him. Ask him if there is anything you can do to help. If he opens up to you, you could suggest going to his primary care and offer to accompany him. If he is resistant, try to find out if a close relative that he listens to could try to get him to see his doctor. Usually, the Primary Care doctor can refer him to an appropriate specialist after initial evaluation. If you think he might be at risk to hurt himself and he is resistant to help, call 911 to see if they can advise you. READ MORE
Vivid daydreams
There is nothing wrong with vivid daydreams as long as it does not interfere with your ability to function daily. I suggest that you allow yourself a specific period to indulge in it and stick to the timeframe. Another way, is to write your daydreams in a journal. READ MORE
Can ADHD ever be cured with treatment?
ADHD Cannot be cured. It can only be treated. Counseling helps as well. Linda Y. Callaghan, M.D. READ MORE
I think I started binge eating. Is it a mental disorder?
Yes, in the new Diagnostic and Statistical Manual V, binge eating is a mental illness, abbreviated as B.E.R.D. The treatment of choice is Vyvanse, a stimulant used in ADHD/ADD. D. Linda Y. Callaghan, M.D. READ MORE
Privacy and confidentiality with caregivers
If you are the primary caregiver, the psychiatrist will probably make sure you understand and agree to the confidentiality terms. You will be given instructions regarding his care including giving his medications and what you need to do in an emergency. You may have specific questions that you want to ask. READ MORE
I think I may be depressed. What do I do?
If you think you are depressed,you probably are. See your primary care physician who can refer you to the appropriate professional for individual psychotherapy, to a psychiatrist for medications or both. Good luck. READ MORE
Is it safe to drink alcohol while taking Zoloft?
No, it is not safe to drink with drugs called psychotropic medications and Zoloft is one of them. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Treatments
- Bipolar Disorder
- Anxiety
- Dementia
Fellowships
- Traverse City State Hospital
Professional Society Memberships
- American Medical Association, American Psychiatric Association, Indiana State Medical Association
Articles and Publications
- Published on Topics like Sexual Abuse in Medical Journals
What do you attribute your success to?
A Lot of Energy and Interest in the Field, Love for her Patients
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