Childhood PTSD and Treatments
More than 65% of children and adolescents are estimated to experience one or more traumatic life event by age 16, and of these about 16% will develop post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Read about how integrative psychiatry and psychotherapy is providing healing and relief for children and families living with PTSD.
How to Empower Your Child to Manage School-Related Anxiety
Empowering your child to manage school-related anxiety will help to identify and strengthen their self-healing abilities. Here are some ways you can help.
Treatments for ADHD: From Medication to Melatonin
Treatment for individuals diagnosed with ADHD includes a range of therapies from prescription medication to behavioral interventions, however, recent research has revealed that the most effective treatment for ADHD is a combination of medications and behavioral therapy.
Internet Gaming Disorder in Children and Adolescents
If you are dealing with internet gaming disorder there are treatment options available. Our team of licensed professionals specializes in psychotherapy with children, teens and young adults in and around Brooklyn, New York to provide sensitive, confidential and effective help.
Marijuana and Risk of Psychosis in Adolescents
Medical marijuana is being used more and more for both physical and mental health concerns, and yet research on the topic still has much to teach us about the actual effect marijuana use has on different groups of people. Dr. Beata Lewis discusses new research on marijuana use and teen psychosis.
Why We Should be Spending More Time Outside
It may seem intuitive, but new research is demonstrating just how important it is for us to spend time in nature. Learn more about how being in nature can act as a kind of integrative therapy, benefiting both mental and physical health.
Diet Linked to Better Mental Health for Kids
As an integrative child psychiatrist, Dr. Beata Lewis often considers diet and nutrition when treating clients for a range of mental health issues. Here, she discusses current research that is solidifying the connection between mood and food among children.
Treating Adolescent Depression
An abundance of research reveals that cognitive behavioral therapy can be very effective in treating adolescent depression.
Sexual Orientation, Stress, and Mental Health in Teens
Adolescence can be a very challenging time for young people as they cope with physical and social changes. In today’s social media focused environment, teens face a myriad of social pressures as they work to develop their personal identity.
CBT for Social Anxiety in Adolescents
Teen years can be difficult. Adolescents are subject to a great deal of social pressure and may often feel as though the world is watching them, noticing any wrong move. For some teens, these fears can become excessive and even debilitating in social situations.