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Dr. Jack L. Underwood, MD
Psychiatrist
Dr. Jack Underwood is a psychiatrist practicing in Schenectady, NY. Dr. Underwood is a medical doctor specializing in the care of mental health patients. As a psychiatrist, Dr. Underwood diagnoses and treats mental illnesses. Dr. Underwood may treat patients through a variety of methods including medications, psychotherapy or talk therapy, psychosocial interventions and more, depending on each individual case. Different medications that a psychiatrist might prescribe include antidepressants, antipsychotic mediations, mood stabilizers, stimulants, sedatives and hypnotics. Dr. Underwood treats conditions like depression, anxiety, OCD, eating disorders, bipolar disorders, personality disorders, insomnia, ADD and other mental illnesses.
66 years
Experience
Dr. Jack L. Underwood, MD
- Schenectady, NY
- Howard Univ Coll of Med, Washington Dc
- Accepting new patients
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When should I be concerned about panic attacks?
You should be concerned and obtain treatment. The drug of choice for thisis Paxil. Jack L. Underwood, M.D.
Can a chiropractor help a child with anxiety?
Perhaps, and sometimes by some possibly. Jack L. Underwood, M.D.
Can a pilot take antidepressants?
It would depend on IF, and what adverse side effects resulted from the medication. Jack L. Underwood, M.D.
Major Depressive Disorder, ECT treatments
You mention hypothryoidism? Is this being treatedwith normal lab results? If not, this is the problem. Dr. Underwood
Why do I get panic attacks after drinking?
I really don't know, but suspect alcohol increases your anxiety. Jack L. Underwood, M.D.
Should I see a psychologist or psychiatrist for anxiety?
You can see either one. A psychologist just does psychotherapy, but a psychiatrist can use medication as well. I would suggest deciding with regard to the severity. I would READ MORE
You can see either one. A psychologist just does psychotherapy, but a psychiatrist can use medication as well. I would suggest deciding with regard to the severity. I would suggest the psychiatrist if the ansiety is severe. Jack L. Underwood, M.D.
Concerta
Go back to one daily for 7 days and then increaseto two. Jack L. Underwood, M.D.
How long does it take to treat anxiety?
Too vague a question. It could take one session or forever. Jack L. Underwood, M.D. (Psychiatrist)
How can I stop panic attacks forever?
The best treatment is generic Paxil. J. L. Underwood, M.D.
Which antidepressants help with sleep?
It's an individual thing, so anyone of them might be sedative. Of course, Ambien is almost always effective with or without the antidepressant.
Jack L. Underwood, M.D.
Jack L. Underwood, M.D.
Can medication make you feel depressed?
Yes, but some patients are more likely than others. Various kinds of adverse side effects can occur with any medication. Most of the time, this does not happen.
Jack L. READ MORE
Yes, but some patients are more likely than others. Various kinds of adverse side effects can occur with any medication. Most of the time, this does not happen.
Jack L. Underwood, M.D,
Jack L. Underwood, M.D,
Bupropion and beta blockers?
Yes, I suggest taking 10 mg. of propranolol (Inderal) about 2 hours before your presentation. If that dose proves too low you can double it the next time. Jack L. Underwood, READ MORE
Yes, I suggest taking 10 mg. of propranolol (Inderal) about 2 hours before your presentation. If that dose proves too low you can double it the next time.
Jack L. Underwood, M.D.
Jack L. Underwood, M.D.
Does anxiety affect your appetite?
Yes, it can, but it can affect it to both increase or decrease. For some it increases and for others decreases. It is more likely to be the latter if there is some depression. READ MORE
Yes, it can, but it can affect it to both increase or decrease. For some it increases and for others decreases. It is more likely to be the latter if there is some depression. Jack L. Underwood, MD
What is the most sedating antidepressant?
This really would depend on the patient, but in general Doxepin. Jack L. Underwood, M.D.
Are panic attacks a sign of schizophrenia?
No, no relationship.
Jack L. Underwood, M.D. (Psychiatrist)
Jack L. Underwood, M.D. (Psychiatrist)
What is the best medication for ADHD and anxiety?
Are you wanting one medication for both OR the best for each? The best medication for ADD in my opinion is Strattera. The best medication for anxiety in my opinion is paroxetine READ MORE
Are you wanting one medication for both OR the best for each? The best medication for ADD in my opinion is Strattera. The best medication for anxiety in my opinion is paroxetine (Paxil) with escitalopram (Lexapro) or sertraline (Zoloft) as alternatives. I don't know of a good single medication for both. Jack L. Underwood, M/.D.
Do SSRIs permanently change your brain?
No.
Jack L. Underwood, M.D. (Psychiatrist)
Jack L. Underwood, M.D. (Psychiatrist)
What can a doctor prescribe for stress and anxiety?
My recommendation is to prescribe Lexapro, Zoloft, or buSpar. I do not recommend a benzo because they are addictive. Jack L. Underwood, M.D.
Can working too much cause depression?
"Working too much" is vague, so the question should be reworded. However, the answer would depend on the definition and the individual. It might be a cause for some individuals, READ MORE
"Working too much" is vague, so the question should be reworded. However, the answer would depend on the definition and the individual. It might be a cause for some individuals, but not all.
Jack L. Underwood, M.D.
Jack L. Underwood, M.D.
Can you be cured of anxiety?
It can be treated with medication, but a cure would require more info. An investigation as to the cause would be a start. A cure might not be possible, but more info is needed READ MORE
It can be treated with medication, but a cure would require more info. An investigation as to the cause would be a start. A cure might not be possible, but more info is needed to say for sure. Jack L. Underwood, M.D.
