What is a Nutritional Psychiatrist or Nurse Practitioner?
Have you ever heard of a nutritional psychiatrist – or psychiatric nurse practitioner?
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Ryan Sheridan, NP
What Supplements Are Good for ADHD and Focus? A Nutritional Psychiatry Deep Dive
There are a bunch of supplements that can be used to help improve symptoms of ADHD and focus in general.
Ryan Sheridan, NP
The ADHD-Sleep Connection: How Sleep Impacts ADHD Symptoms
Getting enough quality sleep is one of the most important things that people with ADHD can do to manage their symptoms.
Ryan Sheridan, NP
ADHD Treatment in Washington DC: Differentiating Psychiatrists & Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners
Are you looking for ADHD treatment and wondering about the differences between a psychiatrist and a psychiatric nurse practitioner?
Ryan Sheridan, NP
Dopamine and ADHD: A Closer Look
Dopamine is a neurotransmitter that is involved in the brain's reward system. It plays a crucial role in motivation, attention, and focus.
Ryan Sheridan, NP
Coping with ADHD: Integrative Tips You Can Try Today (Part 2)
In this article we are going to focus on the relationship between ADHD and caffeine, sleep, supplements or vitamins, and exercise.
Ryan Sheridan, NP
Coping with ADHD: Integrative Tips You Can Try Today (Part 1)
Coping with ADHD involves making deliberate and targeted changes to behavior and lifestyle.
Ryan Sheridan, NP
ADHD In Women: Holistic Considerations for Women with ADHD
ADHD affects women in several ways - often differently than men. All the more reason to use a holistic approach for ADHD.
Ryan Sheridan, NP
ADHD In A Nutshell: What Is ADHD?
ADHD is a neurodevelopmental divergence that affects a person's ability to pay attention, control impulses, and regulate activity.
Ryan Sheridan, NP
What Is The Best ADHD Medication for Adults? An Integrative Guide To ADHD Medications
The best medication for an adults with ADHD depends on several factors including the severity of symptoms and medical history.
Ryan Sheridan, NP
What Is The Most Effective Treatment for ADHD? (Hint: There Isn't Just One)
As an integrative psychiatric nurse practitioner, I believe that a holistic approach to treatment is the most effective for ADHD
Ryan Sheridan, NP
Holistically Approaching Weight Loss for Long-Term Success
Note: “Weight loss” can be a tricky subject. The quest for improving health through losing weight can quickly become a struggle,...
Ryan Sheridan, NP
Is Depression Treatment Effective?
Is Depression Treatment Effective? The answer depends on the treatments selected in the context of each individual.
Ryan Sheridan, NP
Procrastination and ADHD: A Troublesome Duo
Procrastination is not just laziness!
ADHD and procrastination can create a vicious cycle that can be hard to break.
Ryan Sheridan, NP
Understanding Burnout from An Integrative Perspective
Burnout is a growing problem that affects millions of people worldwide.
Ryan Sheridan, NP
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: An Integrative Approach Managing the Condition
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) is a complex, long-term condition characterized by severe fatigue and a range of other symptoms.
Ryan Sheridan, NP
Body Dysmorphia: A Holistic Approach
By definition, body dysmorphia disorder is an obsession focused on one’s physical appearance.
Ryan Sheridan, NP
Using Integrative Psychiatry to Treat ADHD Holistically
Integrative psychiatry is an effective holistic approach for those with ADHD, regardless of age.
Ryan Sheridan, NP
Light Therapy: An Integrative Treatment Approach for Seasonal Affective Disorder
Light therapy is an integrative treatment option for those with seasonal affective disorder.
Ryan Sheridan, NP
Exercise vs Prescriptions for Depression
Exercise has a positive impact on mental health, especially in the cases of depression.
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