Dr. Dara Psychiatry

Exciting News! https://news.yale.edu//yales-rapid-covid-19-saliva-test-re

Here is a way to reduce your COVID-19 risk- Get your annual flu shot early. Getting your annual flu shot early in the season is a strategy that allows you to not only protect yourself from the flu but also helps protect you from COVID -19. When you contract an illness like influenza, your defenses are down, so you become more prone to get secondary infections, including the possibility of becoming infected with COVID-19 more easily. ... https://www.npr.org//2020-flu-shot-strategy-get-yours-earl

Below is an excellent article on how to handle the anxiety of back-to-school-decisions. And a cliff note version for all my ADHDers! - Accept the uncertainty of the situation and the feelings of worry and fear that come with deciding while doubt remains.... - Assess the risk versus benefit of each option. - Accept that you may continue to feel conflicted and uncertain after you make a decision. - Focus on productive worries that are within your control and allow for problem-solving. - Monitor your self-talk and have more self-compassion. https://www.nytimes.com//schools-reopening-parents-decisio

I will admit that I use to be one of these doctors and mental health professionals who knew very little about ADHD. Remember, it is never too late to get evaluated and treated for ADHD. https://www.additudemag.com/adhd-diagnosis-mistakes/

Looking forward to an interactive discussion with host Lauren Hersh Lipowicz, owner of PLUSRealtors and JFCS Social Worker/Case Manager Carly Chodosh, LSW, on the mental health challenges MOTHERS are facing as we all balance work, child care, and self-care during the COVID-19 pandemic. #supportingmoms #maternalmentalhealth https://www.facebook.com/JFCSPhilly/photos/p.101574133 01882224/10157413301882224/?type=1https://www.facebook.com/JFCSPhilly/photos/p.101574133 01882224/10157413301882224/?type=1

Here is a link to my most recent article, COVID-19: To have and to hold...in quarantine Tips for marriage survival during a pandemic.... https://drive.google.com//17Km4Era5w2n2DP8NicZZDRYJlJ/view

Here is a link to my article on loss and grief during these times...

This none invasive test that is similar to taking one's temperature is a way to identify more patients who have COVID pneumonia sooner and does not involve a coronavirus test. https://www.nytimes.com//coronavirus-testing-pneumonia.html

This is an excellent article on strategies to manage uncertainty. https://www.psychologytoday.com//we-are-wired-feel-anxious

Physician Support Line has expanded and moved to an actual phone call platform. This is a free and confidential support line staffed by psychiatrists for physicians who are struggling. Please check out our Facebook page and like us. https://www.facebook.com/PhysicianSupportLine/

Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is a misnomer. It is a disorder of INCONSISTENT attention and not only a deficit in attention. https://www.additudemag.com/adhd-symptoms-hyperfocus-atten/