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Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ethan McCallum, PhD in 2018
The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Ethan McCallum, PhD treated during 2018 were depression.
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Dr. Ethan McCallum, PhD is a psychologist in Plymouth, MN specializing in psychology. Dr. Ethan McCallum, PhD is affiliated with Allina Health.
2855 Campus Drive Westhealth Campus, Suite 400
Plymouth, MN 55441
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Anxiety
Anxiety is a generic name given to a variety of conditions characterized by unusual amounts of fear and worry, especially unrealistic fears and tension. People who suffer from anxiety often are aware that their fears are irrational, but that knowledge does not make the feeling of being scared and anxious go away. To qualify as anxiety, symptoms must last for 6 months or more and interfere with the way a person lives their daily life. Some cases may be mild, where, for example, a person simply avoids certain situations. Other cases can be severe enough to be disabling.
Some of the specific conditions covered under the general label of anxiety include:
Collectively, anxiety disorders are the most common mental health issues diagnosed in the United States -- even more common than depression. Women are more likely than men to be diagnosed with anxiety, and it is extremely common for a person with anxiety to have another illness at the same time, such as depression, a physical illness, or substance abuse.
Treatment for anxiety usually involves medication and psychotherapy together. Medications used may include antidepressants (which also work for anxiety), anti-anxiety medications, or beta blockers (which can be used to control the physical symptoms of anxiety). Psychotherapy can be useful to teach patients new ways of thinking and reacting so that they can manage their feelings of worry and fear. Support groups can also be very effective for anxiety, and they can be a form of treatment themselves for social phobias. Stress management, relaxation techniques, and meditation all help reduce feelings of anxiety or of being out of control. Finally, having a strong support network of family and friends is an excellent way to help manage the difficulties of life with anxiety.
Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)
Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is a disorder that causes emotional instability. Once triggered, people with BPD experience more intense feelings that influence how they treat others and themselves. Essentially, people with BPD "hear" amplified emotions at a higher volume and for longer periods of time than those without BPD. Some who have BPD describe "being on the border," often feeling insecure and split between both negative and positive feelings. Mood swings, impulsivity, and insecurity are all hallmark symptoms of borderline personality disorder. No single cause of BPD is known, but it may arise from factors such as:
As BPD is rooted in an unstable sense of self and intense personal emotions, symptoms of BPD may vary between patients. Common symptoms of BPD include:
Borderline personality disorder is diagnosed by a psychologist, psychiatrist, clinical social worker, or other mental health professional. The disorder is a type of "Cluster B" personality disorder, which are chronic conditions characterized by unstable and dysfunctional behaviors that affect one's relationships with others. People with BPD often have co-existing mental conditions, such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, or substance abuse.
Borderline personality disorder is known to develop and become present during adolescence, however, mental health providers rarely diagnose anyone under the age of 18 with BPD. Mental health providers analyze behaviors, family history, and discuss symptoms with their patients, which may lead to a diagnosis using the DSM-5 criteria for BPD.
Borderline personality disorder is treated with psychotherapy and oral medications. Forms of therapy like dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can help people with BPD identify self-destructive attitudes and harmful behaviors, which they may then be able to manage or change. Group therapy is another treatment option which may improve people with BPD's ability to share their emotions and to promote positivity. Psychiatrists may prescribe patients antidepressants and/or anxiety medications such as Prozac (fluoxetine), Wellbutrin (bupropion), and Zoloft (sertraline). Some patients may receive antipsychotic drugs which can help stabilize mood and reduce impulsivity.
With consistent treatment, people with BPD are able to recognize and prevent destructive behaviors and mood swings, typically by changing their patterns of thought. Many people with borderline personality disorder are able to live successful and healthy lives.
Depression
Everyone knows what it feels like to get the blues once in a while. But depression is a serious illness that is more severe than a bad day and lasts much longer. Symptoms of depression stop a person from being able to function and enjoy daily activities for weeks or months at a time. It can happen to anyone, and it isn't something that people can control by force of will or "snap out of it."
Some common symptoms of depression include:
We don't yet know what causes depression, but it's thought that it is a combination of genetic, biological, environmental, and social influences. Because of this, the most effective treatments for depression combine medication with psychotherapy. Therapy, especially cognitive-behavioral therapy, can be extremely helpful in resolving the negative thoughts and feelings that come with depression. It gives patients new tools that they can use themselves to cope when their depression is making them feel down.
Some of the common medications used to treat depression include antidepressants such as SSRI's (Prozac, Paxil, Zoloft) or atypical antidepressants (Cymbalta, Wellbutrin). It's important to remember that these medications have different effects on everybody, and no one medication works right for everyone. Patients may have to try a couple before finding the one that works just right for them. If the first medication they try doesn't work, they should talk to their doctor about trying something else. In extreme cases where medication is not enough, electro-convulsive therapy and hospitalization may be the answer to keeping a severely depressed person safe.
Depression is a difficult illness to deal with, but it is more common than believed and there are many people who can help. With the right treatment, individuals with depression can get back to fully enjoying life again.
The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Ethan McCallum, PhD treated during 2018 were depression.
Hypertension | 0 |
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High Cholesterol | 0 |
Stroke | 0 |
Ischemic Heart Disease | 0 |
Depression | 75 |
Chronic Kidney Disease | 0 |
Asthma | 0 |
Osteoperosis | 0 |
Atrial Fibrilation | 0 |
Heart Failure | 0 |
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease | 0 |
Diabetes | 0 |
Dementia | 0 |
Cancer | 0 |
The top procedures that Dr. Ethan McCallum, PhD treated as a psychologist in Plymouth, MN during 2019 were mental health therapy.
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ethan McCallum, PhD for Medicare patients.
mental health therapy | 114 |
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Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ethan McCallum, PhD.
Male | 12 |
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Female | 19 |
From 65 to 74 | 13 |
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From 75 to 84 | 0 |
85 and over | 0 |
Less than 65 | 0 |
The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Ethan McCallum, PhD treated during 2019 were depression, hypertension, high cholesterol and ischemic heart disease.
Hypertension | 68 |
---|---|
High Cholesterol | 39 |
Stroke | 0 |
Ischemic Heart Disease | 35 |
Depression | 75 |
Chronic Kidney Disease | 0 |
Asthma | 0 |
Osteoperosis | 0 |
Atrial Fibrilation | 0 |
Heart Failure | 0 |
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease | 0 |
Diabetes | 0 |
Dementia | 0 |
Cancer | 0 |
The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Ethan McCallum, PhD treated during 2020 were depression.
Hypertension | 0 |
---|---|
High Cholesterol | 0 |
Stroke | 0 |
Ischemic Heart Disease | 0 |
Depression | 74 |
Chronic Kidney Disease | 0 |
Asthma | 0 |
Osteoperosis | 0 |
Atrial Fibrilation | 0 |
Heart Failure | 0 |
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease | 0 |
Diabetes | 0 |
Dementia | 0 |
Cancer | 0 |
The top procedures that Dr. Ethan McCallum, PhD treated as a psychologist in Plymouth, MN during 2021 were mental health therapy.
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ethan McCallum, PhD for Medicare patients.
mental health therapy | 42 |
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Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ethan McCallum, PhD for Medicare patients.
The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Ethan McCallum, PhD treated as a psychologist in Plymouth, MN were mental health therapy.
mental health therapy | 78 |
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Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ethan McCallum, PhD.
Male | 1 |
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Female | 2 |
85 and over | 0 |
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75 to 84 | 0 |
Less than 65 | 0 |
65 to 74 | 1 |
The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Ethan McCallum, PhD treated were depression, hypertension, high cholesterol and ischemic heart disease.
Hypertension | 7 |
---|---|
High Cholesterol | 4 |
Stroke | 0 |
Ischemic Heart Disease | 3 |
Depression | 24 |
Chronic Kidney Disease | 0 |
Asthma | 0 |
Osteoporosis | 0 |
Heart Failure | 0 |
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease | 0 |
Diabetes | 0 |
Atrial Fibrillation | 0 |
Cancer | 0 |
Dementia | 0 |
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Dr. Ethan McCallum works as a psychology. He has a special interest in borderline personality disorder (BPD), depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). He is affiliated with Allina Health.