Dr. Madelyn Gould can not be certain that social media contributes to the increase ...but there is a danger that it could change norms about what is acceptable.
Dr. Paul Appelbaum argues that it is irresponsible for psychiatrists to give professional opinions about public figures, and the Goldwater Rule is thus justified.
Dr. Rachel Ginsberg works with clients on lack of emotional readiness and academic and “adulting” skills, as well as on social anxiety — issues that can become more apparent in college...
Dr. Drew Ramsey: “People who eat a lot of fast food have about a 60-80% increased risk of developing depression, and those who eat a Mediterranean diet have a reduced risk of 40-50 percent,”
Anorexia has a significant genetic component...“There seems to be a biological vulnerability,” said Dr. Joanna Steinglass. “You don’t get it because of something someone says to you.”
Dr. Pablo Goldberg cited APA guidelines: “Psychotherapy is a relationship between two people. Having somebody witness that is certainly not meant to be part of the process.”
Dr. Madelyn Gould noted that the show does raise awareness, but that's not enough. "It has to raise an appropriate conversation, because an inappropriate conversation can actually do some harm.”
The association between ADHD and autism is strongest among identical twins, who share the same DNA.. The results show a clear drop-off from identical to fraternal twins, says Dr. Alan Brown.
