Children’s Mental is Family Mental Health
The pandemic has not been easy for those of all ages. Dr. Amato discusses how to identify and resolve mental health concerns for children. She identifies some of the signs including, Watch this video to learn more.
It’s October 2021 – Why Does Time Feel So Warped?
Did we really spend all last year trying to make sense of the world only to find ourselves here once again? If it feels like we’ve been on hold for far too long listening to that same tone, stop and start up again. We’ve all been listening to that message telling us that our call […]
What’s Important to You?
In life, we are continuously reminded of the importance of having values and allowing them to guide our decisions. But what if we’ve lost touch with those core values or the motivation behind them? It is one thing to know our values but another to live a life that is closely aligned with them. You […]
3 Signs Your Bad Mood is a Sign of Something More
Often people use the term depression to describe a low mood loosely, but the root of depression runs deeper than that. Because depression has multiple symptoms that vary considerably from person to person, depression can be hard to recognize. Sometimes it’s difficult to distinguish between depression and general life sadness that we all experience. Not […]
Technology Burnout and Speculation Fatigue
In the midst of the pandemic, our normal routines are off. This Facebook live video by Dr. Erin Amato discusses how to combat the results of technology burnout and how speculation about our future is causing fatigue.
Riding the Curve
Enjoy Dr. Erin Amato sharing her thoughts on Riding the Curve during the Covid-19 pandemic. The video discusses Managing Grief, Anxiety, and Change.
Short Term Treatments for Depression: Ketamine vs ECT
While electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) and ketamine are both effective treatments for depression, ketamine was found to have a faster onset of action and better short-term cognitive outcomes than ECT, according to study results published in the Journal of Psychiatric Research. The study included 50 patients with major depressive disorder (MDD) who were hospitalized at the department […]
The Transformative Benefits of IV Ketamine
Flashback to the year 1987 . . . A time when the antidepressant fluoxetine (Prozac) first hit the market as an FDA-approved antidepressant. It was a life-changing drug that brought astonishing results to depressed patients across the globe. Now, in 2019 . . . Here we are, almost Thirty-three years after the introduction of Prozac. […]
3 Important Things to Consider When Screening A Ketamine Provider
Ketamine is one of the most exciting treatments to emerge for mood disorders in decades! With its rapid, real-life results and promising research over the years, it seems like more and more ketamine providers are popping up left and right. At Montana Psychiatry, we understand what it’s like for those living with the numbness and […]
How to Care For Yourself When You Have To Care For Others
Self-care is one of those buzzwords that can conjure up images of relaxing bubble baths and weekend spa retreats. This is just another one of society’s misconceptions because, in reality, proper self-care doesn’t have to cost a dime. It’s also not just a trend- it’s a necessity! Why? Because you deserve to take care of […]