Cooler temperatures can drain you of your energy and affect your mood, particularly in the fall and winter months following daylight savings time. Many interpret these feelings as a case of the “winter blues” but if they persist, the feelings could be related to a clinical condition called seasonal affective disorder (SAD).
Read MoreDiscontinuing psychotropic medication can be a difficult process, sometimes inducing what is called “discontinuation syndrome” wherein people experience headaches, nausea, dizziness, and other negative withdrawal effects. If you are considering tapering off of your medication, learn what to expect and work with a healthcare provider to ensure that you do everything you can to optimize the process.
Read MoreThe mind and the body work together and what we think, feel and believe influences how our gut works. Given the bidirectional communication between our mind and our body, psychological interventions can be used to address IBS.
Read MoreRemoving junk food, sugar and low quality food and replacing it with organic vegetables, clean fats and meats, plus exercise, sufficient sleep and a healthy lifestyle can do a lot to lower inflammation levels.
Read MoreWe are a group of mental health clinicians with an integrative approach in Brooklyn, NY and our focus is on providing high quality care for a variety of mental health conditions. Dr. Beata Lewis is a Brooklyn based integrative psychiatrist who founded MB7 in order to provide comprehensive mental health care for the Brooklyn community, including psychotherapy, medication management, and acupuncture. Welcome to our practice and we look forward to meeting you.
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