Laeeq Tahir
Psychiatrist | Psychiatry
860 Mountain Road 404 Moncton NB, E1C2N7About
Laeeq Tahir, MBBS, MD, FRCPC, works at Moncton Medical Center within the Moncton Hospital in Moncton, New Brunswick. The Hospital is recognized as a leader in healthcare delivery and health promotion. A psychiatrist for nearly 30 years, Dr. Tahir specializes in anxiety, mood disorders, and other issues pertaining to adult psychiatry. Dr. Tahir continued post-graduate education with his internship training at Bahawal Victoria Hospital, in Pakistan, and then with his residency at Robert Wood Johnson Medical School and Duke University in the United States. He is a renowned Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Canada and holds certification by the Royal College of Physician and Surgeons of Canada. In his spare time, Dr. Tahir has authored several medical publications, precepts in the field of psychiatry, conducts consultations, and is an Assistant Professor at the Western Ontario and Dalhousie Universities.
Education and Training
Robert Wood Johnson Medical School/Quaid-E Azam Medical College
Board Certification
Certified by the Royal College Of Physician and Surgeons of Canada
Provider Details
Laeeq Tahir's Expert Contributions
Query about a medicine that m taking
This medication may cause the side effect of Constipation but it is usually quite sedating rather than causing Insomnia. READ MORE
Depression and brain
Untreated depression is linked to causing memory problems but memory improves with the optimum treatment of depression. READ MORE
How do you know when to stop antidepressants?
If it's your first episode of depression then the recommendation is to continue treatment for 12-18 months.... the second episode, 2-3 years, three or more episodes, long-term treatment. READ MORE
Does anxiety go away if you ignore it?
Avoiding anxiety and anxiety-provoking situations or triggers would sustain rather than increase the anxiety. The best strategy is to face it, deal with it and cope. Learn and practice coping skills like deep diaphragmatic breathing, mindfulness, and meditation. READ MORE
What is the fastest acting anxiety medication?
Alprazolam and Lorazepam are the two faster-acting medications but they are also highly addictive and should be taken only for panic attacks or severe anxiety attacks once in a while and not on a daily basis. They also increase the risk of falling in elderly people. READ MORE
What are the treatment options for anxiety?
You may want to start out with a therapist to learn anger management skills and if that doesn't work then be evaluated by a psychiatrist. READ MORE
Is overreacting a mental illness?
If someone has a mental illness, depending on what kind, overreacting could be one of the symptoms. However, it in itself does not constitute a mental illness and is more of a learned behavior phenomenon. READ MORE
When is anger pathological?
The best option for you is to be treated for your condition by a psychiatrist as well as have therapy to learn anger management skills. READ MORE
How does depression work in the brain?
Depression is a mental disorder and that affects brain cells and neuro-chemicals in brain and may cause inflammation in brain. The Antidepressant medication provides chemical balance in the brain thereby reducing the symptoms and improving the cognitive functions. READ MORE
What is the first line treatment for anxiety?
Almost all the antidepressant medications plus cognitive-behavioral therapy. READ MORE
My depression pills?
Adverse reactions, side effects, and/or toxicity may occur. It is advised to never change the prescribed dose without your doctor's advice. READ MORE
What should you not say when someone is psychotic?
Do not challenge their delusions directly. READ MORE
Can a breakup cause mental illness?
The breakup does essentially cause stress and may worsen the mental illness ,but it has not been an established cause of creating a mental illness. However, if someone is already vulnerable to develop mental illness it may become one of the contributing factor. This kind of situation usually is diagnosed as Adjustment disorder. READ MORE
Where should I go to get help?
Please get to see a psychiatrist to get your treatment evaluated. Even though you are on good medication but there are some other medications that could be of better help particularly for OCD that could be determined by the Psychiatrist. READ MORE
How long does it take to feel normal after stopping antidepressants?
It is hard to answer this question without knowing that if it was your first 2nd or 3rd episode of depression and how long did you take the antidepressant, the dose and the name of antidepressant. READ MORE
What is the most energizing antidepressant?
1. Wellbutrin (Bupropion) 2. Levomilnacipran READ MORE
What can you do if you can't stop binge eating?
Contact your doctor and talk about your options please. READ MORE
What is the best natural treatment for anxiety?
Deep Breathing Exercises, Meditation, relaxation exercises, mindfulness, good sleep hygiene. READ MORE
Losing weight without trying?
Sorry for your loss, my sincere condolences. You are already suffering from depression and having some ongoing symptoms that seems to have become complicated with this superimposed bereavement and not having good appetite may very well be the part of your mental illness. You may want to consider some grief therapy and supportive psychotherapy. If your symptoms don’t get better, then you will need to consult your doctor to consider increasing the dose of Prozac. Hope this will help you. READ MORE
Why is the autism spectrum so broad?
It is in my opinion because of the overlap of symptoms in several different disorders without much clear ethology. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Assistant Professor, Dalhousie University, 2007-Present -
- Assistant Professor, University of Western Ontario -
- Psychiatric Medical Education Liaison, Consultant Psychiatrist, South East Regional Health Authority, The Moncton Hospital, 2007-Present -
- Psychiatric Preceptor, Community Mental Health Centre in Miramichi, 2014 -
- Clinical Asisstant Professor Memorial university of Foundland 2016 - 2017
Awards
- Certificate of Recognition for Resident's Teaching, Dalhousie University, 1999-2001, 2008, 2009
- University Sstudents' Council, Teaching Honor Roll, Award of Excellence in Teaching Medicine, University of Western Ontario, 2005-2006
- Outstanding Graduating Resident Award, Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, 1999
- Golden Apple Teaching Award, 1999
- Resident of the Year Awardfor Excellence in Clinical Psychiatry, Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, 1999
- Recognition of New Promising Thought Leader Award, First Annual Chief Resident Program, American Psychiatric Associtaion, 1999
- Stepping Stone Award in Geriatric Psychiatry, American Association of Geriatric Psychiatry, 1999
- Overall Best Resident of the Year Award, Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, 1998
Treatments
- Mood,Anxiety, ADHD, Psychosis, Personality Disorders, Geriatric Psychiatry, Psychosomatic medicine,
Fellowships
- Royal College of Physicians of Canada (Adult Psychiatry)
Professional Society Memberships
- American Psychiatric Association, Canadian Psychiatric Association, Canadian Medical Association, New Brunswick Medical Association, Pakistan Medical and Dental Council
Articles and Publications
- Conversion Disorder, treating a state of mind; The Canadian Journal of CME, 2007
- The impact of CME on physician's knowledge, An analysis of 3 years data from Pre- and Post- CME tests; Research Insights, 2008
What do you attribute your success to?
Empathy and Eagerness for the Field
Areas of research
Impact of CME session on the knowledge of participants (2002-2005). Expanded and Organized the Department of Psychiatry, Monthly CME Conference to Remote sites in South Western Ontario (2005-2006). Integration of Weekly CME Events between three major hospitals of University of Western Ontario and Interactive Video Broadcasting to Remote Sites (2005-2006).
Philanthropic Initiatives
Independent Medical Examination on a Regular Basis Since 1999, Covering Variety of Issues Related to Disability. Court Ordered Forensic Assessments Regularly.
Hobbies / Sports
- Humanity
Favorite professional publications
- American Journal of Psychiatry, Canadian Journal of psychiatry
Areas of research
Impact of CME session on the knowledge of participants (2002-2005). Expanded and Organized the Department of Psychiatry, Monthly CME Conference to Remote sites in South Western Ontario (2005-2006). Integration of Weekly CME Events between three major hospitals of University of Western Ontario and Interactive Video Broadcasting to Remote Sites (2005-2006).
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