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Dr. David J. Koehn, Ph.D.
Psychologist
- Fort Myers, Florida
- University of Notre Dame
- Accepting new patients
The State of Mental Health and Aging in America
The State of Mental Health and Aging in AmericaByDr. David J. Koehn Taken from a series of articles on the internet here is a treatise on aging and MH. Some key facts are:...
Exposing the Big White Elephant - Pornography and Mental Health
Exposing the Big White Elephant - Pornography and Mental HealthByDr. David J. Koehn Taken from several sources on the internet, here is a treatise on the subject of pornography....
Power of Critical Thinking
The Power of Critical ThinkingByDr. David J. KoehnEducation has been remiss with its lack of attention to teaching critical thinking. Because many people are poor critical thinkers,...
Listening - How Important is It?
The Art and Science of ListeningByDr. David J. Koehn In my clinical practice, communication comes up as a stumbling block in couples therapy as well as individual therapy. ...
Empathy
Empathy- A Surround Sound of its RelevanceByDr. David Koehn Many of patient’s therapeutic goals deal with wanting to be more empathetic. Here is a treatise taken from several...
Green Lights in Mental Health
Greenlights in Mental HealthByDr. David j. Koehn Matthew McConaughey has written an interesting treatise about his life entitled Greenlights. Greenlights is not a conventional...
Mental Health Self-Saboteurs
Mental Health Self-SaboteursByDr. David Koehn Here is a treatise on self-sabotage taken from a variety of internet resources. There is a lot of talk about why people with mental...
Self Love
Self-Love – Why it is so important for Good Mental HealthByDr. David J. Koehn Taken from a series of resources from the Internet, here is a treatise on self-love. Self-love...
What About Those Dreams We Have
DreamsByDr. David J. Koehn Every wake up with night tears or nightmares. Did you experience jumping off a cliff or falling off a bridge or downstairs? Have you experienced...
Controlling Anger
Controlling AngerByDr. David KoehnJohn, a medical doctor finds himself making derogatory statements when he gets upset. Jim, a military noncommissioned officer, gets overheated...
Building Resilience – Why it is so Important
Building Resilience – Why it is so ImportantByDr. David J. Koehn Taken from a series of resources on the internet, here is a synopsis of resilience. John did not get selected...
Is it Healthy to Get Angry?
Is it Healthy to Get Angry? ByDr. David J. Koehn A lot has been written on this topic and here is a short treatise on it. Overall, it's okay to get angry. The problem is how...
Teaching and Mental Health
Teaching and Mental HealthByDr. David J. Koehn Taken from a series of internet sources here is a treatise on mental health and teaching. “The stress and anxiety that often accompanies...
Impact of Business and Mental Health
Business and Mental HealthByDr. David J. Koehn Taken from a series of resources from the internet here is a treatise on the implications of business and mental health. It's likely...
The Power of Nutrition on Mental Health
Nutrition and Mental HeathByDr. David J. Koehn Taken from several sources on the internet, here is a synopsis of nutrition and mental health. Being a systems mental health professional,...
Massaging and Exercising the Human Brain Positively
Massaging and Exercising the Human Brain PositivelyByDr. David J. Koehn Just like exercising the human body to be physically fit, it is important to exercise the human brain...
Emotional Intelligence - Just How Important Is It?
Emotional Intelligence – Just How Important Is It? ByDr. David Koehn John graduated mega cum laude from Harvard. He was a whiz in Artificial Intelligence. He had a hard time...
The Importance of Spirituality in Mental Health
The Importance of Spirituality in Mental HealthByDr. David Koehn OverviewTaken from several sources on the internet here is a treatise on spirituality. Spirituality and the mental...
Adaptation, Creativity, and Innovation In Today’s Covid-19 World
Adaptation, Creativity, and InnovationIn Today’s Covid-19 WorldByDr. David J. Koehn Taken from a series of resources on the internet, here is a perspective what should be a healthy...
Parental Alienation Syndrome (PAS)
PASByDr. David J. Koehn A StoryA mother of four who home-schooled her four daughters got divorced from a very powerful and influential man. Initially, custody was 50-50 but...
Can you help me?
Is this combo safe?
Oxcarbazepine is an anticonvulsant. It works by decreasing nerve impulses that cause seizures and pain. Oxcarbazepine is used either alone or with other medicines to treat partial seizures. More common side effects are: Change in vision; change in walking or balance; clumsiness or unsteadiness; cough; crying; dizziness; double vision; false sense of well-being; feeling of constant movement of self or surroundings; fever; mental depression; sensation of spinning; sneezing; sore throat; uncontrolled back-and-forth or rolling eye movements
Lorazepam is used to treat anxiety. Lorazepam belongs to a class of drugs known as benzodiazepines which act on the brain and nerves (central nervous system) to produce a calming effect. This drug works by enhancing the effects of a certain natural chemical in the body (GABA). Side effects include Drowsiness, dizziness, loss of coordination, headache, nausea, blurred vision, change in sexual interest/ability, constipation, heartburn, or change in appetite may occur. Other side effects are: mental/mood changes (such as hallucinations, depression, thoughts of suicide), slurred speech or difficulty talking, vision changes, unusual weakness, trouble walking, memory problems, signs of infection (such as fever, persistent sore throat).
Citalopram, sold under the brand name Celexa among others, is an antidepressant of the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) class. It is used to treat major depressive disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, panic disorder, and social phobia. Common side effects of Celexa include: constipation, nausea, diarrhea, upset stomach, decreased sexual desire, impotence, difficulty having an orgasm, dizziness, drowsiness, tiredness, sleep problems (insomnia), dry mouth, increased sweating or urination, weight changes, and cold symptoms such as stuffy nose, sneezing, sore throat, or cough.
Mirtazapine is used to treat depression. It improves mood and feelings of well-being. Mirtazapine is an antidepressant that works by restoring the balance of natural chemicals (neurotransmitters) in the brain. Side effects can be: dizziness, drowsiness, lightheadedness, increased appetite, weight gain, dry mouth, or constipation. Serious side effects are: swelling of the hands/feet, shaking (tremor), confusion, signs of infection (e.g., fever, persistent sore throat). May cause a condition called serotine toxicity syndrome: fast heartbeat, hallucinations, loss of coordination, severe dizziness, severe nausea/vomiting/diarrhea, twitching muscles, unexplained fever, unusual agitation/restlessness.
Quetiapine is used to treat certain mental/mood conditions (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder). Quetiapine is known as an anti-psychotic drug (atypical type). It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain. This medication can decrease hallucinations and improve your concentration. It helps you to think more clearly and positively about yourself, feel less nervous, and take a more active part in everyday life. It may also improve your mood, sleep, appetite, and energy level. Quetiapine can help prevent severe mood swings or decrease how often mood swings occur. Side effects include: constipation, drowsiness, upset stomach, tiredness, weight gain, blurred vision, or dry mouth. Serious side effects are: restlessness/constant need to move, shakiness (tremor), mental/mood changes (such as increased anxiety, depression, thoughts of suicide), difficulty swallowing, constipation with persistent abdominal pain, persistent nausea/vomiting, loss of appetite, yellowing eyes/skin, interrupted breathing during sleep, trouble urinating
Can you have a panic attack for no reason?
https://www.betterhelp.com/advice/panic-attacks/what-causes-panic-attacks-and-how-can-you-stop-them/?utm_source=AdWords&utm_medium=Search_PPC_c&utm_term=_b&utm_content=77548444015&network=g&placement=&target=&matchtype=b&utm_campaign=6459244691&ad_type=text&adposition=&gclid=Cj0KCQiA3NX_BRDQARIsALA3fIKDkJsry3x7Jt16hYaLgJK-UzX3QJejdPYL1oz5iu8x8CaKKteC12kaAhS7EALw_wcB
How long does it take for a panic disorder to go away?
https://www.helpguide.org/articles/anxiety/panic-attacks-and-panic-disorders.htm#:~:text=Panic%20attack%20signs%20and%20symptoms,anywhere%20and%20at%20any%20time.
or
https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/how-long-do-panic-attacks-last
Can panic disorders be cured?
https://www.verywellmind.com/can-panic-disorder-be-permanently-cured-4016948
Is there a difference between anxiety and panic disorder?
https://www.betterhelp.com/advice/anxiety/what-is-the-difference-between-anxiety-attack-vs-panic-attack/?utm_source=AdWords&utm_medium=Search_PPC_c&utm_term=_b&utm_content=77548444015&network=g&placement=&target=&matchtype=b&utm_campaign=6459244691&ad_type=text&adposition=&gclid=Cj0KCQiA3NX_BRDQARIsALA3fIJk0JQcu8RMy0Y_2ErbJ316SvFBEblwupJKrh4g_Vv7f3YsqR5CroYaAvc1EALw_wcB
What is the best medicine for panic disorders?
https://www.verywellmind.com/medications-for-panic-disorder-2584307
What causes someone to be a pill addict?
https://www.drugabuse.gov/publications/drugfacts/understanding-drug-use-addiction
or
https://theconversation.com/the-real-reason-some-people-become-addicted-to-drugs-81004
Should I see a psychologist for panic attacks?
https://www.apa.org/topics/anxiety-disorders#:~:text=Psychologists%20are%20trained%20in%20diagnosing,effective%20at%20treating%20anxiety%20disorders.
or
https://www.goodtherapy.org/learn-about-therapy/issues/panic
What disorders are best treated with cognitive therapy?
https://www.nami.org/About-Mental-Illness/Treatments/Psychotherapy
or
https://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/cognitive-behavioral-therapy/about/pac-20384610
How does alcohol affect anxiety and depression?
https://www.healthline.com/health/alcohol-and-anxiety
or
https://www.webmd.com/depression/guide/alcohol-and-depresssion#1
What are the weaknesses of cognitive behavioral therapy?
http://www.thecbtclinic.com/pros-cons-of-cbt-therapy
Can CBT help with relationships?
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/think-act-be/201703/8-ways-cbt-can-improve-your-relationship
What is social psychotherapy?
Social therapy is primarily a group-oriented approach. Its practitioners relate to the group, rather than individuals, as the fundamental unit of development. ... This is in contrast to more traditional forms of therapy that relate to and understand human beings through the lens of behavior.
What are examples of social psychology?
https://www.verywellmind.com/social-psychology-4157177
Can you go to therapy for stress?
https://www.healthline.com/health/therapy-for-stress
Spouse on antidepressants?
https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-35/zoloft-oral/details.
Since she is experiencing these side effects get her to discuss this with her medical team to modify/change medication.
What is my mental disorder?
Here is a quick summary of these meds:
Fluvoxamine, sold under the brand name Luvox among others, is an antidepressant of the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) class which is used primarily for the treatment of obsessive–compulsive disorder (OCD).
Clonazepam is a benzodiazepine. It is thought that clonazepam works by enhancing the activity of certain neurotransmitters in the brain. Clonazepam, a type of anti-epileptic drug, is used to treat certain seizure disorders (including absence seizures or Lennox-Gastaut syndrome) in adults and children.
Trifluoperazine is used to treat the symptoms of schizophrenia (a mental illness that causes disturbed or unusual thinking, loss of interest in life, and strong or inappropriate emotions). Trifluoperazine is also used on a short-term basis to treat anxiety in people who have not been helped by other medications.
Sertraline is an antidepressant in a group of drugs called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). Sertraline affects chemicals in the brain that may be unbalanced in people with depression, panic, anxiety, or obsessive-compulsive symptoms.
Paliperidone is used to treat the symptoms of schizophrenia (a mental illness that causes disturbed or unusual thinking, loss of interest in life, and strong or inappropriate emotions). Paliperidone is in a class of medications called atypical antipsychotics.
Sodium valproate is used to treat epilepsy and bipolar disorder. It's occasionally used to prevent migraine headaches. This medicine is only available on prescription. It comes as capsules, tablets and a liquid that you swallow. It also comes as granules that you mix with food or drink.
You need to address your question with your medical team. Some of these mood stabilizing meds are to treat schizoaffective and schizophrenia disorders and others to treat various forms of depression and anxiety.
Why do I have episodes where everything is super loud and fast in my head?
https://patient.info/forums/discuss/screaming-fast-thoughts-498213
Do you think I have depression?
https://www.betterhelp.com/advice/depression/what-are-symptoms-of-depression-how-to-see-the-signs/?utm_source=AdWords&utm_medium=Search_PPC_c&utm_term=_b&utm_content=82966718848&network=g&placement=&target=&matchtype=b&utm_campaign=6459244691&ad_type=text&adposition=&gclid=CjwKCAiA_eb-BRB2EiwAGBnXXsAY75AGpWCbilTdDLM8ZOHAqzPbZ6yr2cMABO5RqEI84Nb2v-Sr1hoC2f4QAvD_BwE
or
https://facty.com/conditions/depression/10-signs-of-depression/?style=quick&utm_source=adwords&adid=359454102640&ad_group_id=72347729036&utm_medium=c-search&utm_term=%2Bsigns%20of%20%2Bdepression&utm_campaign=FH-USA---Search---Depression-Signs---Desktop&gclid=CjwKCAiA_eb-BRB2EiwAGBnXXlhVg2_wlYHIAGYkE_9m88CO_Yd7knC7ipovB1X-JkiV_u4dHxRp0xoC-DMQAvD_BwE