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What do psychiatrists look for when diagnosing depression?
Psychiatrists diagnose depression through a clinical evaluation by obtaining details about mood symptoms, how long the symptoms were present and how they developed and changed over time. A good clinician tries to understand the nature of your symptoms but also the context of those symptoms. Depression is more than feeling sad occasionally. Sadness is an emotion all of us feel at some points in our lives. But depression is a clinical syndrome that affects mood, energy levels,


New Jersey Update: In-Person Visit Requirement for Controlled Substances Now Annual
If you're an adult patient at Mindspace Psychiatry taking a Schedule II controlled substance, there's an important update to New Jersey's telehealth prescribing rules that affects how often you'll need to come into the office. What Changed On July 8, 2026, Governor Sherrill signed new legislation easing New Jersey's in-person visit requirement for adult patients prescribed Schedule II controlled substances via telehealth. Previously, adult patients were required to have an in


Understanding ADHD: A Guide to Parents and Adults.
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a common neurodevelopmental disorder that affects the individual’s ability to focus,...


Childhood School Avoidance/Refusal: Understanding the Causes and Effective Strategies for Parents
It is not uncommon for children to exhibit occasional reluctance to attend school and prefer staying at home. In most cases, this...


Child Psychiatric Evaluation
It is normal to have questions when you or your loved one needs mental health treatment. It is not uncommon for parents to feel anxious...
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