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Hi Dr. Raj,

My father was diagnosed Schizophrenic; does this mean I will be Schizophrenic

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Hi Dr. Raj,

I’m having a bit of a problem finding the right psychologist for my problem. I’m 21 and have been self-injuring since I was 12. Do you know of any good resources in the New York area for people suffering with this issue? Thanks for your time

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My primary care doctor prescribed Prozac for me but I am afraid to take it. What are the side effects that I should be worried about when taking this medication?
ANSWER:
Prozac belongs to a class of medications that are based on their mechanism of action; medications belonging to this class are called

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Dr. Raj,
A close friend of mine has been seeing the same psychologist every other week for over 4 years.  This friend is college educated and intelligent. He does not abuse drugs or alchohol.  He has a problem with anger management, often reacting out of proportion to events.  His reaction can range

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I am a twenty eight year old female who is suffering from extreme anxiety and depression. I’m always jittery and I just never feel content.  My therapist recommended that I see a psychiatrist for some anti- anxiety and antidepressant medication. However, I’m afraid that this will affect