Dr. Edward M. Paul, MD
Psychiatrist | Psychiatry
155 E 31st St #25J New York New York, 10016About
Dr. Edward Paul is a psychiatrist practicing in New York, New York. Dr. Paul is a medical doctor specializing in the care of mental health patients. As a psychiatrist, Dr. Paul diagnoses and treats mental illnesses. Dr. Paul 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. Paul treats conditions like depression, anxiety, OCD, eating disorders, bipolar disorders, personality disorders, insomnia, ADD and other mental illnesses.
Education and Training
MD at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons
Columbia Univ Coll of Physicians And Surgeons, New York Ny 1982
Board Certification
American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
Psychiatry and NeurologyAmerican Board of Psychiatry and NeurologyABPN- Addiction Psychiatry
Provider Details
Dr. Edward M. Paul, MD 's Expert Contributions
What's wrong with me?
It might be hyponatremia. See your PCP right away or ER. READ MORE
What kind of therapy is used to treat depression?
Various psychotherapies, mediation, exercise, medications, TCMS, ECT, ketamine. READ MORE
Why is suboxone recommended for drug addiction?
It is only for opioid addiction. There is no controversy for anyone who knows addiction psychiatry or medicine. It is very dangerous, stupid belief systems that kill people who are told not to take it. READ MORE
How long does manic depression last?
Lifetime, but can be treated. READ MORE
How can I calm my anxiety?
Yoga, progressive muscle relaxation. READ MORE
I am extremely scared of talking in public. Why do I have this fear?
Untreated social phobia. It can be genetic, or early life experiences. There are good treatments, medication plus CBT. READ MORE
How long does it take to recover from PTSD?
Depends on the treatment. I would expect two months. READ MORE
Are there any effective non-drug alternatives for depression?
if severe the safest and most effective is electroconvulsive treat. If not to severe psychotherapy and exercise READ MORE
What are the symptoms of Ritalin addiction?
Maybe. Or you may be under dosed. READ MORE
What happens when you skip bipolar medications?
Depression if type 1 mania, type 2 hypomania. READ MORE
Phantom limb pain?
There are some treatments that use mirrors. READ MORE
What anxiety can do to your body?
Create very annoying symptoms. READ MORE
Can I become dependent on Celexa?
Very unusual. You might be the first! READ MORE
Does MS cause staring?
yes READ MORE
Questions about some medications and side effects?
That's a lot of questions. Biofeedback only works with tooth grinding. Neurofeedback can help with a variety of disorders, using lengthy treatments. Virtual realty helps with phobias. Clonazepam interferes with short term memory. LONG TERM is controversial. There is nothing that has no side effects, even water in excess. READ MORE
Which antidepressant medication is the least addictive?
None are addictive. One episode is 9 months before taper. Therapy helps depression also. READ MORE
Do I have ADHD?
Probably. There may be other issues. READ MORE
Can you become addicted to medicine after post traumatic stress disorder?
If someone prescribes opioids, or long-term benzodiazepines. READ MORE
What is best medication for anxiety?
-Book "The worry trap" -Yoga -Meditation -Exercise READ MORE
Can the overuse of prescription medication lead to obesity?
Even normal doses. All have weight gain as a possible side effect except buproprion. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Clinical Associate Professor at New York University Teaching Addiction Psychiatry to Fellows -
Fellowships
- Presbyterian Hospital Of New York
Fellowships
- Addiction Psychiatry at Cornell Medical Center
Professional Society Memberships
- American Psychiatric Association, American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry
Articles and Publications
- Published Book Reviews and Chapters on Addiction Psychiatry
What do you attribute your success to?
- Good teachers and a desire to help his patients.
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