ECG Promising for Predicting Major Depression, Treatment Response Individuals with major depressive disorder (MDD) have an increased heart rate — a finding that may have the potential to identify individuals at risk for the disorder and predict treatment response, early research suggests. Using the rapid-action of the novel antidepressant ketamine and the [...]
Silence is Not an Option - A Statement from Behavioral Associates Silence is Not an Option. We feel the pain and anger provoked by the senseless killing of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery —and so many other black people in this country, and we vocally condemn these acts of police brutality [...]
20BEADS: A Prescription for Stress Management During COVID-19 Developed by Dr. Robert Reiner We are witnessing two pandemics; COVID-19 which is biological and widespread snowballing anxiety which is psychological. For the psychological trauma we are proposing that people in quarantine to adopt the following behavioral prescription which we call 20BEADS: [...]
Upcoming Events Dr. Robert Reiner and his staff will be participating in a series of presentations across 2020. The discussions aim to shed light on current and pressing topics in mental health, including the latest on depression, anxiety and ADD/ADHD and medication free approaches. Check back often or subscribe to our newsletter to [...]
Upcoming Events Behavioral Associates is proud to announce that Dr. Robert Reiner and his expert staff will be participating in a series of presentations this Fall. The discussions aim to shed light on current and pressing topics in mental health, including the latest on depression, anxiety and ADD/ADHD, as well as neurofeedback and Virtual Reality Therapy. We hope you will be [...]
What is Myndlift Home Neurofeedback Training? Myndlift offers therapist-guided neurofeedback in an affordable, accessible, and safe way from the comfort of your own home. Children, teens and adults are able to treat ADHD and improve their cognitive performance by completing specific trainings on the Myndlift system. These engaging video and game training options [...]
What is a brain map (qEEG)? A qEEG is a map of the brain that is displayed in a way so that we can easily identify areas of abnormalities. A qEEG is achieved through a non-invasive recording of EEG brainwaves. It is not painful and only takes about 30 minutes to complete the [...]
A phobia is an irrational fear of an object or experience which triggers an anxiety strong enough to interfere with quality of life and daily activities. In this interview, Dr. Robert Reiner, Executive Director and founder of Behavioral Associates, shares how he treats public speaking phobias with Virtual Reality Therapy (VRT) and biofeedback. How common [...]
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is the most commonly diagnosed behavioral disorder in children. In the case of misdiagnosis, unnecessary medications and incorrect interventions can worsen the situation. While no parent wants to give their child medication they don’t need, children are being prescribed stimulant medication with increasing frequency and urgency. These medications come with [...]
With suicide rates up 24% since 1999, treating depression early on is more important than ever. Specifically, teens suffering from depression often experience suicidal thoughts and behaviors. It is not uncommon for teens and their parents to refuse medication as a viable option for treating depression. This is not surprising, as there have been warnings [...]
