Early Intervention for Schizophrenia

This story on NPR really highlights the importance of early intervention. While this is an example of the treatment of prodromal schizophrenia, this concept can really be applied to so many illnesses. Unfortunately, many people suffer unnecessarily for months and sometimes years...
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Discussion on Women’s Mental Health

Thanks to the Playa Vista Mom’s group for hosting my talk on women’s mental health last night. So glad that Dr. Natalie Zelta attended and provided an interesting point of view on mental health from the perspective of a primary care physician. There were many...
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Music Therapy

I had an amazing time yesterday with the Southern California Psychiatric Society at the Art of Psychiatric Medicine event. Guest speaker Ami Kunimura led us on a powerful journey of personal reflection through music.    Music is such a powerful way to express emotions.  This was...
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Speaking Engagement

Join me on September 29th for a discussion about the mental health issues that women face during and after pregnancy.  Topics will include: Fertility and mental health Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) Medications during pregnancy or breastfeeding “Baby blues” Postpartum...
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