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What are Disruptive, Impulse Control and Conduct Disorders?

Vilash Reddy, MD

Jul 24, 20238 min read

Impulse Control Disorder

What are Disruptive, Impulse Control and Conduct Disorders?

These are a group of disorders that are linked by varying difficulties in controlling aggressive behaviors, self-control, and impulses....

Vilash Reddy, MD

Jul 24, 20237 min read

Schizophrenia

What is Schizophrenia?

Schizophrenia is a chronic brain disorder that affects less than one percent of the U.S. population. When schizophrenia is active,...

Vilash Reddy, MD

Jul 24, 20234 min read

Intellectual Disability

What is Intellectual Disability?

Intellectual disability involves problems with general mental abilities that affect functioning in two areas: Intellectual functioning...

Vilash Reddy, MD

Jul 24, 20234 min read

Suicide Prevention

In some cases, a recent stressors or sudden catastrophic event, failure or can leave people feeling desperate, unable to see a way out, ...

What is Depression and the Risk Factors?

Vilash Reddy, MD

Jul 24, 20238 min read

Depression Disorders

What is Depression and the Risk Factors?

Depression (major depressive disorder) is a common and serious medical illness that negatively affects how you feel, the way you think ...

Vilash Reddy, MD

Jul 24, 20236 min read

Gender Dysphoria

What is Gender Dysphoria?

The term “transgender” refers to a person whose sex assigned at birth (i.e. the sex assigned at birth, usually based on external...

Vilash Reddy, MD

Jul 24, 20235 min read

Bipolar Disorder

What Are Bipolar Disorders?

Bipolar disorder is a brain disorder that causes changes in a person's mood, energy, and ability to function. People with bipolar ...

Vilash Reddy, MD

Jul 24, 20234 min read

Autism Spectrum Disorder

What Is Autism Spectrum Disorder?

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a complex developmental condition involving persistent challenges with social communication,...

Vilash Reddy, MD

Jul 24, 20235 min read

Anxiety Disorders

What are Anxiety Disorders?

Anxiety is a normal reaction to stress. Mild levels of anxiety can be beneficial in some situations. It can alert us to dangers and help...

Vilash Reddy, MD

Jul 24, 20233 min read

Mental Health Statistics

Mental Health Parity at a Crossroads

More than 25 years after the first federal mental health parity protections were put in place, adequate coverage for behavioral health ...

The Implications of COVID-19 for Mental Health and Substance Use

Vilash Reddy, MD

Jul 24, 20233 min read

Mental Health due to Covid-19

The Implications of COVID-19 for Mental Health and Substance Use

Concerns about mental health and substance use remain elevated three years after the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, with 90% of U.S....

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Vilash Reddy, MD

Jul 23, 20237 min read

ADHD

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

What is ADHD and Adults Care with a Specialist Psychiatrist? Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common...

Vilash Reddy, MD

Jul 23, 20235 min read

Substance Use

Substance Use Disorder

Substance use disorder (SUD) is a complex condition in which there is uncontrolled use of a substance despite harmful consequences....

Five Key Findings on Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders by Race/Ethnicity

Vilash Reddy, MD

Jul 23, 20233 min read

Mental Health Statistics

Five Key Findings on Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders by Race/Ethnicity

Summary Over two years into the COVID-19 pandemic, many people continue to grapple with worsened mental health associated with the...

The U.S. Is the Only Country Among Its Peers In Which There are More Gun Deaths Than Cancer or Motor

Vilash Reddy, MD

Jul 22, 20231 min read

Children's Mental Health

The U.S. Is the Only Country Among Its Peers In Which There are More Gun Deaths Than Cancer or Motor

It is astonishing at the rate for death for children and teenagers from firearms in the US, compared to many other countries across the...

Child and Teen Firearm Mortality in the U.S. and Peer Countries

Vilash Reddy, MD

Jul 22, 20233 min read

Children's Mental Health

Child and Teen Firearm Mortality in the U.S. and Peer Countries

In 2020 and 2021, firearms contributed to the deaths of more children ages 1-17 years in the U.S. than any other type of injury or...

Mental Health in America - Country in Crisis?

Vilash Reddy, MD

Jul 21, 20231 min read

Suicide Prevention

Mental Health in America - Country in Crisis?

Mental Health in America - is this country in a crisis? The research is staggering as 90% American adults think that there is a mental...

Mental Health and Substance Use State Fact Sheets

Vilash Reddy, MD

Jul 21, 20231 min read

Substance Use

Mental Health and Substance Use State Fact Sheets

In recent years, many people have experienced poor mental health, with over 30% of adults in the United States reporting symptoms of...

Look at the staggering affect of 988 -- Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Implementation

Vilash Reddy, MD

Jul 19, 20231 min read

Suicide Prevention

Look at the staggering affect of 988 -- Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Implementation

One year after the launch of 988, the National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline has received millions of combined calls, texts, to prevent suicide

Holistic Mental Health with Medications, Therapy, and Alternatives

Vilash Reddy, MD

Jul 10, 20231 min read

ADHD

Holistic Mental Health with Medications, Therapy, and Alternatives

As the name implies, it is about living your “one life” to its fullest potential without any psychological or psychiatric limitations. My...

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Child and Adult Psychiatrist

Phone: 888-855-0947 Office Hours: M-F 10am-6pm Fax: 346-766-0599

After hours: If urgent, life threatening (please call 988, 911, or go to nearest ER. Otherwise, for side effects to medications, please text 816-766-0119. For all other non-urgent issues, please contact us Practice Q messaging portal or contact us during clinic hours at 888-855-0947.

We are in network with a majority of insurance companies Click here to see the full list **Seeing all patients in Missouri and Kansas (only for telepsychiatry)

Child Psychiatrist /Adult Psychiatrist

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888-855-0947

346-766-0599

support@onelifepsychiatry.com

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Administrative Office (only offering telepsychiatry/teletherapy services) - we do not offer in person appointments. Appointments are required. One Life Psychiatry 4050 Pennsylvania Ave Kansas City, MO 64111-3041

Terms & Conditions

Privacy Policy

© One Life Psychiatry PLLC- 2024

We are in network with a majority of insurance companies
Click here to see the full list

**Seeing all patients in Missouri and Kansas (only for telepsychiatry)

Administrative Office (only offering telepsychiatry/teletherapy services) - we do not offer in person appointments. Appointments are required.

One Life Psychiatry
4050 Pennsylvania Ave
Kansas City, MO 64111-3041