By Elizabeth Millard, Dec 30, 2024 Potential weight gain is a common concern for people taking bipolar medication, says Alex Dimitriu, M.D., psychiatrist and founder of Menlo Park Psychiatry and Sleep Medicine in California. It’s not entirely unfounded: Some medications can cause changes in appetite and metabolism which can affect the numbers on the scale. However, […]
By Leandra Beabout, Dec 31, 2024 “In some cases, I will prescribe Vyvanse in the morning with a small lower dose of Adderall around noontime for people who need the benefit of the medication to last longer into the day,” says Alex Dimitriu, MD, a double board-certified psychiatrist and sleep medicine physician and the founder of […]
By Elizabeth Millard, Dec 30, 2024 Introducing this topic during the “want to keep dating?” phase is often logical timing, according to Alex Dimitriu, M.D. a psychiatrist and founder of Menlo Park Psychiatry and Sleep Medicine in California. “Try starting with an emphasis on what’s good in the relationship and your desire to continue being together,” he […]
By Kendra Cherry, MSEd , Dec 30, 2024 “Anger is a very old and fundamental emotion,” says psychiatrist Alex Dimitriu, MD. “During such episodes, the emotional system becomes more active, while the prefrontal cortex (the thinking brain) gets suppressed. This can lead to irrational or regrettable behavior, intense outbursts, or violence at its worst.” Click HERE for the full article.
By Eileen Bailey, Dec 30, 2024 As you get sleepy, the core temperature of the body lowers, according to the Sleep Foundation. Warming your feet by putting on socks can result in helping your body cool down through vasodilation of blood vessels, says Dr. Alex Dimitriu, double board-certified in psychiatry and sleep medicine and the founder of […]
By Beth Ann Mayer, Dec 30, 2024 “Infant sleep can be quite challenging, especially in the first year,” says Dr. Alex Dimitriu, MD, a double board-certified psychiatrist, sleep medicine specialist, and founder of Menlo Park Psychiatry & Sleep Medicine. “I’ve often compared this to a residency program in medicine due to being on call all night.” Dr. Dimitru suggests […]
By Carly Stern, Dec 24, 2024 Dr. Alex Dimitriu, a double board-certified psychiatrist and sleep medicine doctor at Menlo Park Psychiatry & Sleep Medicine in California, explained that visualization is a lot like “pre-dreaming.” “Everyone knows that beautiful feeling as you start to lightly dream as you doze off into sleep,” he told The Post. […]
By Beth Ann Mayer, Dec 23, 2024 Reducing these stress levels is essential and may help lower the odds of experiencing a migraine. Yet, sometimes, you might wind up with one anyway. “Interestingly, in let-down headaches, it may be changes in cortisol and other stress hormones that can trigger the headache,” says Alex Dimitriu, MD, a psychiatrist […]
By Oladimeji Ewumi, Dec 17, 2024 According to Alex Dimitriu, MD, a double board-certified physician in psychiatry and sleep medicine at Menlo Park Psychiatry in Menlo Park, CA, another theory is that the GI system in people with depression is more overgrown with Bacteroides, a type of GI bacteria sometimes associated with a high protein, low fiber […]
By Beth Ann Mayer, Dec 10, 2024 “Self-awareness, self-care and therapy can all be helpful,” says Dr. Alex Dimitriu, MD, double board-certified in psychiatry and sleep medicine and founder of Menlo Park Psychiatry & Sleep Medicine. “Remember you are a biological organism, and take care of your human needs.” “Journaling is an excellent tool to help people start […]
By Carly Stern, Dec 3, 2024 Dr. Alex Dimitriu, a psychiatrist and sleep doctor based in California, previously told The Post that a cold room — between 60 and 67 degrees — is best for getting to and staying asleep. Click HERE for the full article.
By Maggie Aime, Nov 25, 2024 Pregnant women have higher body energy needs, which can result in a greater need for sleep, Alex Dimitriu, M.D., double board-certified in psychiatry and sleep medicine, tells Sleepopolis. (8) But other factors can make it harder to get that extra rest. Click HERE for the full article.
By Kathleen Felton, Nov 20, 2024 Solo sleepers wanting to upgrade from a twin will score a bit more wiggle room with a full size mattress. It’s cheaper than a queen and better suited for small-space living. Some couples may opt to share a full mattress, too, though: “A full size bed is usually the smallest size […]
By Leandra Beabout, Nov 19, 2024 Another reason for Adderall sleep problems is that it tends to stay in the body for a long time after it’s ingested. Adderall has a half-life of 10–14 hours, according to Alex Dimitriu, MD, a double board-certified physician in psychiatry and sleep medicine and founder of Menlo Park Psychiatry & Sleep […]
By Reda Wigle, Nov 12, 2024 Dr. Alex Dimitriu, a psychiatrist and sleep doctor based in California, previously told The Post that a cold room — between 60 and 67 degrees — is best for getting to and staying asleep. When your body temperature drops, it signals it’s time to slow down. He recommends using blankets, […]
