ADHD in Older Adults: When Lifelong Attention Struggles Become Harder to Ignore
You sit down to finish something important. A message arrives, an errand comes to mind, and you notice a bill you meant to pay. Before you know it, an hour has passed. The task you started is still waiting. Maybe mornings are the hardest part. You plan to leave on time, but then your keys […]
ADHD in Older Adults:
Navigating the complexities of attention and focus as we age can be a puzzling experience. Many of us assume that challenges with concentration, impulsivity, or restlessness are simply a natural part of getting older. While some changes are to be expected, for some individuals, these persistent difficulties might point to something more: Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) […]
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Back-to-School, Back to Balance: Supporting Youth Mental Wellness in August A new school year can bring excitement, new friendships, new teachers, and fresh opportunities. But for some children and teenagers, returning to school can also bring significant worry and anxiety. Nervousness about school is common. A child may worry about a new classroom, difficult coursework, […]
“Back-to-School, Back to Balance: Supporting Youth Mental Wellness This August.”
A Calmer New Year: Anxiety Plan in Roswell, GA
I get it — the start of a new year can feel like a blank page and a pressure cooker at once. I’ve sat with patients and neighbors who say the holidays left them more wound-up than rested. In this post I’ll share a short reality check and a very practical 30-day reset you can […]
How Psychiatric Support Can Rescue Your Holidays (Without Ruining the Festivities)
Last year, I found myself crying in the car outside my own family’s holiday party. The laughter inside felt miles away, and honestly? The hugs and sparkly sweaters only made things worse. Turns out, I’m not alone—many people find the season more stifling than sparkling. If your mood sags as the year winds down, it […]
Finding Light in the Maze: How TMS and Ketamine Stack Up for Treatment-Resistant Depression in Roswell
Let me tell you about Matt—a neighbor, not a patient, but let’s say he’s like so many in Roswell. He told me over coffee how his world shrank: He’d tried two antidepressants, read all the articles, did his laps at Wills Park, but the darkness just wouldn’t let up. Did you know up to 30% […]
Who’s Who in Atlanta Mental Health: A Local’s Guide to Finding the Right Psychiatric, Psychological, or Therapy Support
I’ll never forget my first confused afternoon at Atlanta Psychiatric Medicine—sitting in the waiting room, wondering what made a psychiatrist different from a psychologist or therapist. I’d heard the terms tossed around at Midtown brunches and seen mysterious acronyms on clinic doors, but only realized how tangled it all seemed when I needed support myself. […]
Breaking the Silence: Starting Honest Mental Health Conversations at Work (A Roswell Perspective)
Picture this: You’re driving to work in Roswell, that big peach-colored sun just peeking over the horizon, and your stomach’s in knots—not from traffic, but because you’re dreading a conversation about your mental health. If this hits close to home, you’re not alone. According to Mental Health America, nearly 90% of U.S. workers reported a […]
Messy Lunch Boxes, Midnight Worries: Unfiltered Back-to-School Mental Health Tips for Real Families
As the new school year begins, Dr. Rukhsana Rizvi and the Atlanta Psychiatric Medicine team prioritize our youth’s mental health. Transitioning back to school can be chaotic and unpredictable. We’re here to help parents and kids navigate anxieties—both theirs and yours. Explore heartfelt mental health tips tailored for this emotional rollercoaster. From dealing with spilled […]