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Sleep Like Your Life Depends on It—Because It Might

By John Loeppky, Aug 26, 2025 According to the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, that sleep deprivation has been directly linked to severe concerns including increased rates of depression and suicidality.  Alex Dimitriu, MD, a psychiatrist and the founder of Menlo Park Psychiatry and Sleep Medicine, says that while the effects may not be immediately […]

Why You’re Waking Up Tired – Even After 8 Hours of Sleep

By Claire Wolters, Aug 25, 2025 Doctors and researchers generally recommend that adults sleep seven to eight hours at night. Dr. Alex Dimitriu, who is double board-certified in psychiatry and sleep medicine and the founder of Menlo Park Psychiatry & Sleep Medicine, says that younger adults may need more sleep than older adults, but not […]

Hidden sleep danger could increase risk of 172 diseases, major study reveals

By Melissa Rudy, Jul 30, 2025 Alex Dimitriu, M.D., a psychiatrist and sleep medicine doctor who is founder of Menlo Park Psychiatry & Sleep Medicine in California, was not involved in the research but commented on the findings. “The more general message here is that there is a benefit to measuring sleep objectively, and looking at more […]

Can I Drink Alcohol While Taking Methylphenidate?

By Macy Alcido, Jul 29, 2025 While taking any medication, it’s important to use caution when drinking alcohol, says Alex Dimitriu, M.D., a double board-certified specialist in psychiatry and sleep medicine and founder of Menlo Park Psychiatry & Sleep Medicine. Dr. Dimitriu specifically recommends limiting alcohol intake when taking methylphenidate. “Alcohol is a sedative, while Ritalin is […]

Can Supplements Help With Depression?

By Erica Sweeney, Jul 28, 2025 “This research is very relevant, as so many people will try supplements before they ever even seek professional help,” says Alex Dimitriu, MD, a psychiatrist and sleep medicine physician and founder of Menlo Park Psychiatry and Sleep Medicine in Menlo Park, California.  Click HERE for the full article.

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