When feelings of significant fear and distress become overwhelming and prevent us from doing everyday activities, an anxiety disorder may be the cause. Anxiety disorders are the most common mental health concern in the United States. Approximately 20% of US adults and 7% of children/adolescents experience issues with anxiety each year.
When feelings of significant fear and distress become overwhelming and prevent us from doing everyday activities, an anxiety disorder may be the cause. Anxiety disorders are the most common mental health concern in the United States. Approximately 20% of US adults and 7% of children/adolescents experience issues with anxiety each year. Most individuals can experience significant relief from their symptoms by participating in an individual treatment plan.
Depression is more than just feeling sad or going through a rough spot. This condition requires understanding and medical care. Left untreated, depression can be devastating for those who have it and their families. More than 7% of U.S. adults have had an episode within the last year. Fortunately, with detection, diagnosis and a treat
Depression is more than just feeling sad or going through a rough spot. This condition requires understanding and medical care. Left untreated, depression can be devastating for those who have it and their families. More than 7% of U.S. adults have had an episode within the last year. Fortunately, with detection, diagnosis and a treatment plan (often consisting of medication, psychotherapy, and healthy lifestyle choices), many people can and do get better. Without treatment, episodes may last a few months to a few years.
ADHD is a neurodevelopmental condition characterized by inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. Close to 10% of children and adolescents, and 5% of adults, experience ADHD. For
Dr. Trowbridge's patients, a combination of pharmacological and psychosocial treatments have proven highly effective in the reduction of symptoms and improved quality of life.
OCD is a different type of anxiety disorder. It is characterized by repetitive, unwanted, intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and irrational excessive urges to do certain actions (compulsions). Those experiencing OCD may know that their thoughts and behaviors don't always make sense, but they are often unable to stop them. Dr. Trowbridge ca
OCD is a different type of anxiety disorder. It is characterized by repetitive, unwanted, intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and irrational excessive urges to do certain actions (compulsions). Those experiencing OCD may know that their thoughts and behaviors don't always make sense, but they are often unable to stop them. Dr. Trowbridge can provide effective treatment and recovery supports to help those who suffer from OCD to significantly reduce the impact of their condition and find a satisfying measure of achievement and independence.
Persons with this treatable mental disorder often cycle between feeling happy and motivated (or very irritable) and being sad or anxious on other days. The “up” periods may be associated with increased energy or activity. But at other times the person may experience low energy, hopelessness, and inability to enjoy life during the “down”
Persons with this treatable mental disorder often cycle between feeling happy and motivated (or very irritable) and being sad or anxious on other days. The “up” periods may be associated with increased energy or activity. But at other times the person may experience low energy, hopelessness, and inability to enjoy life during the “down” periods. These mood swings make it hard to sleep, stay focused, or get things done. This cycle often has a negative impact on a person's life; damaged relationships or a decline in job or school performance are potential effects, but positive outcomes are possible. Identification and treatment are of vital importance, as recovery is accelerated and the further harm related to the course of the illness is mitigated.
Let's face it. Growing up is more complicated today than it was when many of us were young. Add in unhealthy messaging and modeling in many school environments, social bullying against newcomers or developmentally-delayed children, destructive media inputs, and you've got a recipe for enormous challenges. With a sub-specialty in Child
Let's face it. Growing up is more complicated today than it was when many of us were young. Add in unhealthy messaging and modeling in many school environments, social bullying against newcomers or developmentally-delayed children, destructive media inputs, and you've got a recipe for enormous challenges. With a sub-specialty in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry,
Dr. Trowbridge is uniquely qualified to help young people and their families progress through a healthy developmental process.
In addition to working with individual children and adolescents,
Dr. Trowbridge is experienced in counseling the family collectively.
The workplace and school environments can be very stressful today. Demand for 24 x 7 availability, disloyalty from employers, and increasing competition place today's students and professionals under immense stress. Dr. Trowbridge facilitates a process to navigate through stressful times and manage their own personal styles to achieve p
The workplace and school environments can be very stressful today. Demand for 24 x 7 availability, disloyalty from employers, and increasing competition place today's students and professionals under immense stress. Dr. Trowbridge facilitates a process to navigate through stressful times and manage their own personal styles to achieve personalized results. She also performs coaching for senior-level executives as they seek to improve organizational performance.
Grief is the natural response to loss. Healing after loss is often compared to healing after a physical injury. Loss, like the initial injury, elicits a pain response which can be very strong. However, loss and injury prompt the healing process. When the injury becomes complicated, it can interfere with healing. Akin to an injury, com
Grief is the natural response to loss. Healing after loss is often compared to healing after a physical injury. Loss, like the initial injury, elicits a pain response which can be very strong. However, loss and injury prompt the healing process. When the injury becomes complicated, it can interfere with healing. Akin to an injury, complicated grief and loss can interfere with the progression of our healing process. Untreated, grief can easily develop into symptoms of depression. Dr. Trowbridge facilitates a highly effective, short term, 'best practice' Complicated Grief Treatment (CGT) process for individuals and groups.
Melanie Trowbridge M.D. is a sought after presenter at Educational & Church conferences. She also appears in television and radio interviews regarding topics such as Family Relationships, Holiday Stress, Depression, Anxiety, Child Development and Teaching/Education.
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