In the recent psychological horror film The Substance, Elisabeth, a once-famous actress played by Demi Moore, is offered a revolutionary injectable that promises to restore her youth, beauty, and vitality. But instead of reclaiming her past,…
Note: This article offers a psychiatrist’s perspective on the psychological themes in the film The Substance. It discusses the movie’s imagery and ideas, but is written to help readers understand its deeper meaning—not to promote or…
Compassionate, evidence-based care for mood stability. If you’re in immediate danger or thinking about self-harm, call or text 988 (U.S.) or go to the nearest emergency room. Bipolar disorder—sometimes called manic-depressive illness—is a treatable mood…
New York City doesn’t slow down—and neither do its women.They are partners at law firms, founders of startups, mothers in brownstones, and artists balancing grants with gallery openings. From the Upper East Side to TriBeCa,…
Eating and Body Image: More Than Food and Appearances Concerns about eating, weight, and body image are incredibly common—and often deeply misunderstood. While they may begin with changes in diet or a desire for control,…