Andreea Seicean
Addiction Psychiatrist | Addiction Psychiatry
180 N Michigan Ave Ste 1710 Chicago IL, 60601About
Dr. Andreea Seicean is an Addiction Psychiatrist practicing in Chicago, IL. Dr. Seicean evaluates, diagnoses, and treats people who suffer from impulse control conditions related to addiction. As an Addiction Psychiatrist, Dr. Seicean is a substance abuse expert, and is trained to fully understand the biological science behind addiction in order to properly treat each patient.
Dr. Seicean is also experienced in treating adolescents (14+), anxiety/depression, Bipolar, ADHD, personality disorders, bing eating disorder/weight managment, sleep disorders, OCD, and others. She is an expert in adjusting medication regiments in patients who are experiencing side effects and/or not seeing results on their current medications.
Education and Training
Case Western Reserve Universit MD/PhD 2015
Case Western Reserve Univerist MPH 2009
Board Certification
American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
Addiction Psychiatry (Psychiatry and Neurology)
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Andreea Seicean's Expert Contributions
Do antidepressants cause weight gain?
Some can cause an increase in weight, many others do not. It depends on which one you are taking. READ MORE
Can I get addicted to my medication for OCD anxiety and depression?
It’s not possible to answer that not knowing what meds you are taking. READ MORE
Suboxone and opioid addiction?
Relapse after a period of sobriety is a high risk time for overdose. Suboxone can make the opioids feel less euphoric. Relapse is common while trying to stop any substance use. I encourage you not to give up and to continue to engage in treatment. READ MORE
Should I go to the ER?
Yes, you absolutely should go to the ER. The symptoms you are describing could be life-threatening. Tell them honestly about the drug use because it puts you at risk of illnesses that are more rare but related to it. They can also help you get set up with rehab afterwards if you are interested. READ MORE
Do I need to gradually stop taking medication?
Lexapro 5mg is a very low dose and it would be unlikely for you to have side effects from stopping. However, you should always consult with your doctor about med changes. Andreea Seicean, MD PhD MPH READ MORE
Nose infection?
Great job staying sober for the past 5 days. There are lots of resources out there to help. https://www.google.com/search?q=addiction+hotline&ie=UTF-8&oe=UTF-8&hl=en-us&client=safari# You really do need to talk with your doctor about the infection. You shouldn’t be scared to tell her what’s actually going on. It’s your doctors role to treat you and to be caring and accepting. Most importantly an infection in your nose can become very serious and deadly because it can rapidly spread to other parts of head. This is especially risky because you damaged your mucous membranes by using the cocaine. If your primary care can see you same day start with that, otherwise go to the emergency room bc this can rapidly become serious and it’s not worth the risk. Your records are private and no one needs to know what happened unless you want them too so don’t let fear get in the way of you seeking care and be honest with the doctor about what happened so they know what to do to help. READ MORE
What are some solutions for drug addiction?
SAMHSA National Helpline Confidential free help, from public health agencies, to find substance use treatment and information. 800-662-4357 READ MORE
How do I know if someone is overdosing?
Also, if someone is vomiting, put them on their side so they don’t aspirate while waiting for EMS to arrive. Andreea Seicean, MD PhD MPH READ MORE
Will anti-anxiety medication become addictive?
That depends on the medication. If it is a benzodiazepine like Xanax, then yes. Most other meds, no. Andreea Seicean, MD PhD MPH READ MORE
Why are prescription pills so dangerously addictive?
This is a very generic statement. The vast majority of prescription meds don’t have any risk for addiction. Some meds like opioids and benzodiazepines can lead to addiction. Some people have higher risk then others and you should also tell your doctor about any personal or family history of substance use. READ MORE
How to help son who is addicted to oxycodone?
The SAMHSA National Helpline can help you and your son find resources in your area including rehab, residential, and outpatient care depending on his needs. You can reach out to them totally free of charge at 800-662-4357 https://www.findtreatment.gov/ READ MORE
What happens after you stop antidepressants?
That depends on the reason for taking an antidepressant. If it’s for depression and you have only had 1 episode of depression before and have been doing well for 6 months-1yr then chances are good you will continue to feel well. It’s always best to decrease the medication before stopping it to make sure you feel good and to prevent any possible withdrawal before stopping completely. Therapy is always important as part of treatment and should help with working through some of the factors that may have contributed to the depression. Always consult with your doctor before stopping any medication. READ MORE
Overdose treated with narcan after care no hospital?
No that is absolutely NOT safe. You must go to the ER immediately after overdose even if Narcan helped. He is still in significant danger. READ MORE
Why do people become addicted to antidepressants?
They don’t. It is not possible to become “addicted” to antidepressants. READ MORE
Short-term Buprenorphine for Methadone withdrawal?
Never. Switching to Suboxone is reasonable if you have been sober on methadone 30mg QD for 4 yrs. Tapper off of Suboxone slowly and gradually to avoid withdrawal symptoms and limit risk of relapse. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Adjunct Professor of Psychiatry University of Illinois at Chicago 2019 - Present
Awards
- Outstanding Resident Award 2017 National Institute of Mental Health
- Resident Research Award 2016 Department of Psychiatry, UIC
- Neurological Research Award 2014 Neurosciences Research Day, University Hospitals
- The Doctoral Excellence Award 2014 Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, CWRU
- Medical Student Abstract Award 2013 American Association of Neurological Surgeons
- Loan Repayment Program Award 2018 National Institute of Mental Health
Professional Memberships
- American Medical Association
- American Psychiatric Association
- American Academy of Sleep Medicine
Areas of research
Neuroscience
Neurosurgery
Quality and Safety in Healthcare
Health Services Research
Public Health Management and Policy
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