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Dr. Daniel Mierlak, MD, PHD
Psychiatrist
Dr. Daniel Mierlak is a psychiatrist practicing in New York, NY. Dr. Mierlak is a medical doctor specializing in the care of mental health patients. As a psychiatrist, Dr. Mierlak diagnoses and treats mental illnesses. Dr. Mierlak 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. Mierlak treats conditions like depression, anxiety, OCD, eating disorders, bipolar disorders, personality disorders, insomnia, ADD and other mental illnesses.
35 years
Experience
Dr. Daniel Mierlak, MD, PHD
- New York, NY
- SUNY Health Science Center at Brooklyn, Downstate Medical Center
- Accepting new patients
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Do antidepressants help with anger issues?
In many cases the serotonin antidepressants can reduce anger and irritability.
Is there medication for addiction?
Yes, there are several effective medications for alcohol addiction. Speak with your GP or seek consultation with an addiction specialist.
Does counseling work for social anxiety?
Yes, it does, particularly CBT.
Can a behavioral psychologist treat anxiety?
Absolutely. Anxiety is one of the most common issues dealt with by these specialists, and their methods are very effective. Good luck.
How can I treat my child's anxiety?
Consider a consultation with a cognitive psychologist who specializes in working with children. This approach has been shown to be very effective. Best of luck.
Does Prozac cause weight gain?
Prozac *can* cause weight gain, but interestingly doesn't cause weight gain for everyone. Some people will even lose weight on Prozac.
Anxiety over covid?
I'm sorry to hear about your situation. I think you would benefit from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) given your symptoms. I would look for a specialist who provides this type READ MORE
I'm sorry to hear about your situation. I think you would benefit from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) given your symptoms. I would look for a specialist who provides this type of therapy. Also, you could ask for another appointment with your physician, explain your recent symptoms, and explore whether there could be some short term medication options for
relief. Your symptoms are treatable with the proper approach.
Hang in there and best of luck.
relief. Your symptoms are treatable with the proper approach.
Hang in there and best of luck.
Which antidepressants help with sleep?
Trazodone, mirtazapine, and paroxetine have very good sleep profiles.
Is it possible to get this fixed?
Please do not cut the wound further, it could actually make it worse. Seek professional consultation from a plastic surgeon or a dermatologic surgeon.
What helps insomnia anxiety?
There are of course various medications for sleep (collectively called "hypnotics"), but many non-pharmacologic approaches can greatly improve insomnia. CBT-I is one such approach READ MORE
There are of course various medications for sleep (collectively called "hypnotics"), but many non-pharmacologic approaches can greatly improve insomnia. CBT-I is one such approach and be can be utilized through various apps. SHUTi is one of the earliest versions of this technology and has helped many patients.
Brain hyperactivity?
The phenomenon of getting "lost in thought" at bedtime is common, if not universal. It keeps many people up longer than they'd like. You can consult with a psychiatrist if you READ MORE
The phenomenon of getting "lost in thought" at bedtime is common, if not universal. It keeps many people up longer than they'd like. You can consult with a psychiatrist if you feel it causes significant negative consequences. There are medication and non medication strategies available to quiet the mind at bedtime.
Can CBD Oil cause panic attacks?
As you probably know, CBD has been touted as a treatment for anxiety, but the data are sparse and it is not FDA approved for this indication. Other established treatments for anxiety, READ MORE
As you probably know, CBD has been touted as a treatment for anxiety, but the data are sparse and it is not FDA approved for this indication. Other established treatments for anxiety, like the serotonergic antidepressants, occasionally cause anxiety as a side effect. Since the CBD literature is in its infancy, I would use my own responses as a guideline, i.e., if CBD causes a panic attack for you, then it would be wise to avoid it, even if all your friends say it works great for them.
