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,

Important Update for New Jersey Patients Prescribed Certain Controlled Medications New Jersey has updated how certain controlled medications can be prescribed by telemedicine. As of February 16, 2026 , the COVID-era waivers that allowed remote prescribing of some controlled m edications  without an in-person visit expired. Under New Jersey law, a prescriber must now complete an initial in-person examination  before prescribing a controlled substance ( such as Stimulant Medica

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a common neurodevelopmental disorder that affects the individual’s ability to focus,...

It is not uncommon for children to exhibit occasional reluctance to attend school and prefer staying at home. In most cases, this...

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...