by Dr. Saidi | May 15, 2013 | Depression, Insomnia
It is well known that depression can result in sleep problems. But can sleep problems cause depression? Although most of us realize that poor sleep can result in daytime fatigue and irritability, scientific studies have provided evidence that insomnia can cause...
by Dr. Saidi | May 13, 2013 | OCD Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Treament Family and genetic studies have shown significant associations between obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and other psychiatric disorders such as generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, depression, hypochondriasis, body...
by Dr. Saidi | May 11, 2013 | Smoking Treatment
Smoking and Cessation: Non-nicotine Treatments A recent scientific research looked at why smokers find it so hard to quit despite knowing the benefits of quitting and the dangers of continuing. It found that nicotine distorts the type of reward smokers seek; i.e.,...