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Leslie Seiden, M.D.

Psychiatrist

Leslie Seiden is an Addiction Medicine Physician in Lake Worth, FL. Leslie evaluates patients using many different procedures, in order to determine what treatments must be carried out in order to properly assess their symptoms. Addiction Medicine Physicians provide medical care in addition to consultation for each patient and their families.
56 years Experience
Leslie Seiden, M.D.
  • Lake Worth, FL
  • SUNY Downstate Medical Center
  • Accepting new patients

How do you break a binge cycle?

See a psychiatrist for medication.

What are general methods used to treat depression?

Usually it is antidepressant medication

Can therapy help with nightmares?

Usually not. Trazodone is a medication that can help.

Can bipolar ADHD be treated with therapy?

Of course. Bipolar meds do not interfere with stimulants. BUT be sure you have ADHD and that the symptoms are not hypomania!

Where can you get help for stress?

Best to see a psychiatrist first and then talk therapy with a good therapist. Call your insurance to find a good doctor and therapist that accepts your insurance. Leslie Seiden, READ MORE
Best to see a psychiatrist first and then talk therapy with a good therapist. Call your insurance to find a good doctor and therapist that accepts your insurance.

Leslie Seiden, MD

What kind of therapy is best for bipolar disorder?

You must see a psychiatrist as medication is the best answer at first. Therapy may also help but won't fix things as fast and long term as medication.

How long does therapy take for anxiety?

Only you and your therapist can figure that out depending on your history of anxiety, genetic factors, etc. CBT is the best therapy. Of course medication works wonders.

How do psychologists treat bipolar disorder?

You MUST be on medication from a psychiatrist. A psychologist can help you cope until the medication takes effect.

How does virtual counseling work?

Just call your provider and arrange for it. It is no big deal.

How can I calm anxiety during the coronavirus?

Distract yourself with reading, talking to friends and family on the phone or at a distance, learn something new like a language on line, etc.

How do you get rid of post traumatic stress?

Talk about the stress a lot to different people. There are also medications to help if you see a psychiatrist.

How do I get rid of mental stress?

Find activities to distract yourself. Also seeing a psychiatrist who can evaluate you and see if you need medications could be extremely helpful.

How can I control my emotions in the moment?

Keep a rubber band around your wrist and snap it to remind you to relax.

What is a natural remedy for panic attacks?

Breathe into a brown paper bag.

Does relaxation help anxiety?

OF COURSE BUT MEDICATION IS A BIG HELP.

How can I help a burn victim feel less self-conscious about his appearance?

TELL HIM THAT PERSONALITY IS WHAT REALLY COUNTS

How do you relax when stressed?

EXERCISE AND THEN MEDITATE

Can you stay on antidepressants for life?

Yes. But is worth slowly tapering down and then off and see if symptoms return. If yes, restart the antidepressant.

Does counseling work for anxiety?

Yes if the anxiety is situational.
Leslie Seiden, MD