Screen Addiction: Setting Boundaries for Digital Natives
As a medical professional, I often sit down with concerned parents who feel like they are losing a battle in their own living rooms. They tell me about silent dinners where every face is illuminated by a blue glow, or arguments that erupt the moment a Wi-Fi router is unplugged. If you are reading this, […]
Derealization and Depersonalization: When Reality Feels Fake
Have you ever looked in the mirror and felt like the person staring back wasn’t actually you? Or perhaps you have walked down a familiar street, but everything around you looked flat, two-dimensional, or like a movie set? As Dr. Peyman Tashkandi, I often hear my patients describe these exact sensations. They usually come into […]
Trichotillomania (Hair Pulling) in Teens: Treatment Options
As Dr. Peyman Tashkandi, I have worked with many families navigating the complex challenges of adolescence. The teenage years are a whirlwind of physical changes, social pressures, and academic demands. When you add a condition like Trichotillomania into the mix, it can feel overwhelming for both the teen and their parents. However, I am here […]
Gifted Kid Burnout: When High Potential Leads to Crash
You might remember it clearly. In elementary school, everything was easy. You didn’t have to study for spelling tests to get a perfect score. You finished your math worksheets while the other kids were still writing their names. Teachers praised you, parents bragged about you, and you were given a label that would stick with […]
Adderall vs. Ritalin: Understanding ADHD Medications
Hello, I am Dr. Peyman Tashkandi. In my practice, one of the most common conversations I have with patients and parents revolves around the treatment of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD. It is a journey that can feel overwhelming at first, but I am here to guide you through it. When you or a […]
Success Stories: Integrative Psychiatry Case Studies
Welcome to a space where we look at mental health differently. As Dr. Peyman Tashkandi, I have spent years working with patients who felt stuck in their healing journey. Many people come to me feeling like they have tried everything—every medication, every therapy session, and every self-help book—yet they still do not feel like themselves. […]
Mindfulness and Meditation in Psychiatric Practice
Welcome to my blog. As a psychiatrist, I have spent years working with the complexities of the human mind. For a long time, the standard approach to mental health focused heavily on diagnosing a condition and finding the right medication to manage it. While medication is a vital tool that saves lives, I have found […]
Agoraphobia Treatment: Stepping Back into the World
Imagine standing at your front door, hand on the knob, heart racing in your chest. Your mind starts spinning with “what if” questions. What if I have a panic attack in the grocery store? What if I get trapped in traffic? What if I can’t escape? For many people, this isn’t just a fleeting worry—it […]
Handling “Failure to Launch” Syndrome in Young Adults
As a mental health professional, I often sit across from brilliant, capable young people who feel stuck. They have finished high school or even college, yet they find themselves paralyzed at the threshold of adulthood. This phenomenon is often referred to in pop culture as “Failure to Launch” syndrome. While it isn’t an official clinical […]
Psychological Testing: What It Reveals About Your Child
As parents, we often wish our children came with an instruction manual. We watch them grow, struggle, and succeed, but sometimes we hit a wall where we just can’t figure out why they are facing certain challenges. Maybe your child studies for hours but still struggles on tests, or perhaps they have emotional outbursts that […]