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 January 13, 2022        Albert Hernandez, PMHNP-BC

Why Doesn’t My Insurance Cover My ADHD Medication?

Your insurance may require a prior authorization to cover your ADHD medication. Other help covering prescription costs might be available if your insurance won’t pay for your meds. 
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 January 6, 2022        Albert Hernandez, PMHNP-BC

What Happens When My Antidepressant Stops Working?

Antidepressants in the category of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are useful medications in the treatment of depression. They are often chosen because of their effectiveness in treating the symptoms of depression, and because of their relatively low side effect risk.

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 December 29, 2021        Albert Hernandez, PMHNP-BC

Primary Care Doctor Vs. An ADHD Specialist: Which Is Better For My ADHD Treatment?

When you are considering where to seek treatment for your symptoms of adult Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), you might be wondering what type of provider you should see. Is it best to see your primary care provider, also called PCP? Or would it be better to see a provider who specializes in treating ADHD?
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 December 24, 2021        Albert Hernandez, PMHNP-BC

I’m Unsure if Therapy or Medication Is The Best Treatment For My ADHD

Whether I’m seeing patients from Denver, Las Vegas, Reno, or another area of the US, people always want the most effective treatment for their adult Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) symptoms. So, when people come to our practice and are diagnosed with ADHD, they might ask, “Should I choose medication or therapy for my adult ADHD?”
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 December 15, 2021        Albert Hernandez, PMHNP-BC

Wondering How ADHD Meds Are Supposed to Make You Feel?

If you’ve never taken stimulants for ADHD symptoms before, you might be curious about the effects they can have on you...
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 December 10, 2021        Albert Hernandez, PMHNP-BC

I'm Worried About the Risk of Becoming Dependent on My New Medication

What are the risks of becoming dependent on medications used to treat ADHD, anxiety, and depression? Are there other substance use concerns if I don’t get treatment for my behavioral health condition?
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 December 2, 2021        Albert Hernandez, PMHNP-BC

How Long Does It Take for ADHD Medication To Become Effective?

I’m based in the southwest, so sometimes if I travel to a colder area, like Baltimore in the winter, and then back home, the climate change messes with my sinuses. I might get a cold or something worse. If it gets bad enough that I need to check in with my primary care provider, I don’t want to mess around. I want something that will help me feel better fast. I think we’ve all felt that way at one time or another as it relates to our physical health.
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 November 26, 2021        Albert Hernandez, PMHNP-BC

Do I Have To Take ADHD Medications Forever?

Making the choice to seek treatment for symptoms of adult Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) can be a scary thing. People who think they might have adult ADHD usually do a lot of questioning of family and friends and checking around online before they feel ready to ask a mental health provider for advice.
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 November 19, 2021        Albert Hernandez, PMHNP-BC

What Is Considered a High Dose of Medication for ADHD?

Patients with Adult ADHD are sometimes concerned about the dose of their stimulant medication and want to know what is considered to be the max dose for their medication.
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 November 11, 2021        Albert Hernandez, PMHNP-BC

Is Taking a Stimulant to Ace My Exam a Smart Idea?

Who hasn’t dreamed about a magic bullet that would help you do better on an exam? Especially if you have a really important test coming up, it’s normal to reach for any assistance that you can find.
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 November 8, 2021        Albert Hernandez, PMHNP-BC

Do My Constant Feelings of Irritability Mean I Have Bipolar Disorder?

Sometimes, however, you experience more than being mad “at times.” What if what you feel is more consistent anger or irritability? I have had patients say to me, “I’m irritable all of the time; could I be bipolar?”
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 October 30, 2021        Albert Hernandez, PMHNP-BC

Could My Feelings of Anxiety Be ADHD in Disguise?

Every day, your stress levels are through the roof. You can’t seem to complete routine tasks at work, at home, or both. You feel so worried about getting fired and losing the income you need to contribute to your family. You know you have to do something.
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 October 23, 2021        Albert Hernandez, PMHNP-BC

Uh-oh, Will Stimulants Make Me Act Like a Zombie?

Whether I’m talking to my adult Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) patients in tech-focused Seattle, WA or in eco-conscious Portland, OR, people definitely have concerns about the potential side-effects of stimulants.
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 October 16, 2021        Albert Hernandez, PMHNP-BC

How Can I Avoid the Stimulant “Crash?”

Adults with Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) may worry about how their stimulant medication might affect them. Some people are concerned that their ADHD medication might make them “feel like a zombie.” Many of my patients complain about the dreaded “Adderall crash.” If you’ve never heard of this phenomenon before, I have an analogy that might be helpful.
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 October 11, 2021        Albert Hernandez, PMHNP-BC

Don't Panic, But Xanax Might Not Be Your Best Choice For Panic Disorder

Sweaty palms, racing thoughts, dry mouth, pounding heart--the symptoms of anxiety can feel awful.
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 October 4, 2021        Albert Hernandez, PMHNP-BC

Choices, Choices: Will Short-Acting or Long-Acting Stimulants Be Best For You?

When I am working with a patient with Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) to figure out the best treatment for them, a question that often comes up is “What’s the difference between immediate-release and extended-release stimulants?”
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 May 10, 2021        Albert Hernandez, PMHNP-BC

Weight Gain & Antidepressants

Have you ever played “Would you rather”? You know – the game where you’re put on the spot to answer a weird question truthfully. It can be a fun way to get to know people – but the questions can get really personal and even make you feel uncomfortable.
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 April 30, 2021        Albert Hernandez, PMHNP-BC

OTC Supplements & Depression

Do you feel like even though you’re doing your best, you can’t manage your depression symptoms on your own anymore? This can be a very lonely and painful place to find yourself in. You’re craving relief from feeling sad, hopeless, and lethargic all the time. But you just don’t have the motivation to figure out what to do about it. Whatever the solution is, you want it to be easy because that’s all you have the energy for right now.
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