Allentown, PA Psychiatrist & Psychiatric Services for Children, Teens, and Young Adults
North Star Psychiatry
Anxiety Treatment Psychiatrist Services in Allentown, PA
Allentown is a city located in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in Lehigh County. With a current population of over a hundred thousand, Allentown, PA is the fastest-growing major city in Pennsylvania and the third-largest city in the entire state. The city of Allentown, PA is notable for its presence in and contributions to the Arts in the United States. The Allentown area is home to the Allentown Art Museum, which contains over 13,000 pieces of art. Allentown, PA is also home to the DaVinci Horse and many other one of a kind sculptures of historical significance.
Allentown, PA Depression Psychiatrist Treatment Services
Major Depressive Disorder can hinder the ability of a person to function in daily life, affecting sleep, energy, and interest in activities. It’s vital to recognize it as a medical condition that warrants treatment.
Dr. Rogers is a psychiatrist with extensive experience working with children, teens, and adults with depression and has helped many people recover from this terrible illness in Allentown, PA. Contact us for an appointment with a psychiatrist in the Allentown area.
ADHD Treatment Psychiatrist Services in Allentown, PA
Individuals who’ve, from a young age, struggled with inattention, hyperactivity, impulsivity, or a combination of these symptoms, may have ADHD. There are three subtypes of ADHD which are predominantly inattentive, predominantly hyperactive/impulsive, and the combined subtype. ADHD can wreak havoc on a young person’s academic and social functioning.
Get in touch with us at North Star Psychiatry in Allentown, PA so that we can make you an appointment and answer any questions you have about ADHD and what we can do to treat it.
Psychiatric Evaluation for Children & Adolescents in Allentown PA
A psychiatric examination is a thorough and thorough procedure that allows children and adolescents in Allentown, Pennsylvania to receive the mental health services they need. At North Star Psychiatry in Chester County, Dr. Rogers spends 1.5 to 2 hours on a child and adolescent evaluation. He normally spends the first 30 to 45 minutes of the visit talking to parents to acquire some background information and a summary of current issues. He’ll then go into the patient’s room alone to do a diagnostic interview and assessment. Finally, during the last 20 to 30 minutes of the meeting, he will meet with the patient and his or her parents. He’ll go through his findings with the family, educate them about the diagnoses and treatment options, and work with them to develop a treatment plan.
Psychiatric Evaluation for Young Adults in Allentown, PA
The most effective way for young adults in Allentown, PA to receive appropriate mental health care is to have a comprehensive evaluation by a psychiatrist. At North Star Psychiatry, Dr. Rogers spends 1 to 1.5 hours on an adult mental evaluation. During the consultation, he will go over the patient’s medical history and obtain a detailed description of how the symptoms have progressed over time. He’ll do a mental health screening and conduct a thorough diagnostic interview. For the last 20 to 30 minutes of the consultation, he will discuss his findings with the patient, provide information about the diagnosis and treatment options, and collaborate with the patient to develop a treatment plan.
