South Asians Are Asians, Too
South Asian communities may feel excluded from Asian American Pacific Islander discussions. In this Verywell Mind article, Mindpath Health’s Leela R. Magavi, MD, explains the importance of inclusivity and cultural competency. Asian identity encompasses many things. If...
Can Caffeine Cause Anxiety?
A cup of coffee or tea is how many of us start our days, but research is exploring how this daily habit affects our anxiety levels. In this SingleCare article, Mindpath Health’s Brian Zachariah, MD, talks about what those nervous jitters really are. Coffee is one of...
Signs of a Karmic Relationship and When to Worry
An all-consuming passion, a love that was meant to be. Are these signs of a spiritual connection that transcends time? In this Newsweek article, Mindpath Health’s Taish Malone, PhD, LPC, discusses how this could be a struggle for power. A love that was meant to be, an...
The Science of Resilience and Wisdom
Senior citizens have earned the patience, wisdom, and experience that comes with growing old. In this Psychiatric Times article, Mindpath Health’s Rashmi Parmar, MD, discusses why well-being increases with age and what we can learn from our elders. Senior citizens sit...
Habits Influence Our Behavior More Than We Realize
A new study suggests that habits can influence our behavior in surprising ways. In this Verywell Mind article, Taish Malone, PhD, LPC, discusses the link and how it affects our emotional states. It's often said that humans are creatures of habit. We develop routines...
Talking to Our Kids About Mental Health
Starting the conversation about mental health can be intimidating for parents. In this Verywell Mind article, Venkata Jonnalagadda, MD, provides tips to relieve the pressure and open the lines of communication. Last year, a national emergency in children's and...
Court-ordered Mental Health Treatment for the Homeless?
Gov. Gavin Newsom announced a plan to create mental health courts in every California county. In this Verywell Mind article, Mindpath Health’s Julian Lagoy, MD, discusses the debate around an initiative that could require some people to receive care. Mental illness is...
Marijuana for Medical Use Can Cause Rapid Onset of Cannabis Use Disorder
In a new study, using marijuana to treat pain, anxiety, and depression doubled the risk of developing cannabis use disorder. In this Verywell Mind article, Mindpath Health’s Julian Lagoy, MD, discussed the importance of monitoring its use. Medical marijuana use...
How to Deal with Loneliness
We all experience loneliness from time to time. But knowing that doesn't help when we’re feeling disconnected and misunderstood. In this Shape article, Mindpath Health’s Taish Malone, PhD, LPC, explains what causes these feelings and what to do about them. In a recent...
Why More Women are Getting Diagnosed with Autism
Traditionally associated with boys, women tend to be better at masking symptoms of the condition. In this Verywell Mind article, Mindpath Health’s Julian Lagoy, MD, explains why more women are being diagnosed with autism and how to recognize symptoms. Traditionally,...