When you need a medical psychiatric diagnosis in Milwaukee, Dr. Yin and her team of experienced therapists should be your first choice. She has treated numerous patients throughout her career as a psychiatrist. She will gather a thorough health history and discuss your current symptoms and lifestyle habits, developmental history, previous treatments, and more. She will make a broad differential diagnosis considering various psychiatric disorders and exploring possible medical causes and medication complications. Receiving an accurate diagnosis will be critical to the effectiveness of your treatment.

Common Symptoms of Different Psychiatric Disorders

Every person is different, when they are struggling with mental health symptoms it could be a number of things. There is not just one specific disorder that people might be affected by. The symptoms of these different disorders can be similar which is why it is important to reach out to a qualified psychiatrist near you for a proper diagnosis and the creation of a treatment plan.

• PTSD Diagnosis
• Bipolar Diagnosis
• Anxiety Diagnosis
• Depression Diagnosis
• Psychotic Spectrum Disorder Diagnosis

PTSD Symptoms

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a mental disorder that manifests itself after an individual undergoes a traumatic event in their lives. The symptoms of PTSD can vary greatly and can include both mental and behavioral reactions such as:

• Nightmares or flashbacks
• Insomnia
• Avoidance of places or situations that bring back memories of the trauma
• Heightened reactions to everyday occurrences
• Agitation or irrational fear
• Irritability or hostility
• Severe anxiety
• Depression
• Hyper-vigilance
• Self-destructive behavior

These symptoms can cause individuals to lose interest in pleasurable activities, feel guilty or lonely. They become emotionally detached and experience unwanted thoughts.

Bipolar Symptoms

Bipolar disorder, also known as manic-depressiveness, is characterized by a person who suffers from very high highs and low lows in their moods. The symptoms of bipolar disorder will fall into either of these spectrums and include:

During A Manic High:

• Overly happy for an extended period of time
• Inability to sleep
• Restless and easily distracted
• Quick movements
• Impulsiveness and over-confidence

During A Depressive Low:

• Feeling sad or depressed for an extended period
• Social isolation
• Change in appetite
• Lethargic or no energy
• Poor attentiveness or memory
• Suicidal thoughts

These erratic mood changes can last from days to months.

Anxiety Symptoms

Feeling anxious from time to time can be a somewhat normal part of life as we deal with the stresses that can come at us in the way of a job, family, and more. But when that anxiousness begins to interfere with our lives it can be signs of a more severe anxiety disorder. Symptoms to watch for include:

• Feeling continually worried or on-edge
• Difficulty concentrating
• Irritability
• Muscle tension
• Insomnia or other problems with sleep

In severe cases of anxiety disorder, people may suffer from panic attacks, sudden intense episodes of fear that can include pounding heartbeat, sweating, trembling, and difficulty breathing.

Depression Symptoms

There can be times in our lives where we feel sad, lonely, or discouraged, particularly when dealing with something difficult, such as a death in the family. When these feelings manifest themselves for long periods of time and interfere with our everyday lives, it can be a sign of depression, especially if there is no outside event happening to trigger such feelings. A person suffering from a depressive disorder will typically experience a number of the following symptoms:

• Insomnia or fatigue
• Feelings of worthlessness or helplessness
• Difficulty concentrating
• Inability to see the positive or a pessimistic view
• Irritability
• Restlessness
• Retreating from relationships and hobbies
• Changes in appetite, either overeating or appetite loss
• Unexplained physical symptoms such as aches, headaches, or digestive issues
• Persistent sadness
• Suicidal thoughts

Psychiatric Diagnosis in Milwaukee Near You

Don’t live with the misery of depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, psychotic spectrum disorders, or another mental health issue -our Milwaukee therapists can help.

Call New Frontiers Psychiatric & TMS at (414) 250-8236 or use our convenient Request an Appointment form. We welcome patients from Milwaukee, New Berlin, Waukesha, Wauwatosa, West Allis, and neighboring locations.