Why Can’t I Get Refills On My Stimulant? (and other related questions)
Note: This is from my perspective as an outpatient psychiatrist in Illinois. I don’t generally prescribe opioids (e.g. Suboxone, Methadone, Oxycontin),... View Article
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Helpful tips for using GoodRX.com
Disclaimer – I don’t have any relationship with GoodRx.com whatsoever, nor to any pharmaceutical company, lobbying group, pharmacy, big box store,... View Article
Dr. TikTok: The Role of Social Media in Self-Diagnosing Mental Illness
Morgan Lasley, PsyD If talking about the importance of mental health is becoming less taboo and more normalized, then wouldn’t it make sense to have mental health topics available for the masses via social media for easy reference?... View Article
Welcome Dr. Shukhman and Dr. Maas
We would like to welcome two new psychiatrists joining the AFG Guidance team: Dr. Rebecca Shukhman is an adult psychiatrist and Dr.... View Article
The Healing Power of Music
In our society today, mental health has become an increasingly trending topic as many are starting to realize the importance of paying attention to their emotional and mental well-being.... View Article
Parents Guide To The Talk
Do’s and Don’ts of Talking to Your Children About Their Bodies and Sex We all know “the talk.” The sweaty-palmed, stumbling tongues,... View Article
8 Great Habits For Kids To Have Early In Life
Most parents are well aware that telling children what to do and how to act is far less effective than showing them what to do and how to act.... View Article
How Can the Five C’s Help Your Child with ADHD?
Just ask any parent if raising children today is challenging. Most of us know the answer, but that challenge can be exacerbated if you are raising a child with ADHD.... View Article
How Is Stress Affecting Your Health?
Nearly everyone will experience some type of stress in their lives. Stress can be caused by a variety of factors including,... View Article
A Note to Parents About Child and Adolescent Video Gaming
Game Over. Continue? (Yes – No) Whether you like it or not, there is no doubt that video games can have incredible appeal for today’s youth.... View Article