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Cognitive & Mental Health Specialist

MAR Primary Care Our Services Cognitive & Mental Health

MAR Primary Care

Board Certified Internal Medicine Physicians & Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioners located in Tampa, Tampa, FL

Your mood, behavior, and perception of the world around you are all important aspects of your cognitive and mental health. At MAR Primary Care in Tampa, Florida, Nelson Mañé, MD, and his team deliver comprehensive evaluations and treatments for disorders that affect your mental and cognitive health, including anxiety and depression, ADHD, and Parkinson’s disease. For personalized care in a professional, comfortable environment, call MAR Primary Care or schedule an appointment online today.

Cognitive & Mental Health Q&A

What is cognitive and mental health?

Cognitive health care addresses the way your brain functions and processes information. Cognitive health evaluations assess vital brain functions, including memory, judgment, learning, and language.

Many conditions and disorders can negatively impact your cognitive function, such as Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), attention deficit disorder (ADD), and dementia.

Mental health affects your thinking, behavior, and mood. Without the right care, poor mental health can have a detrimental impact on your behavioral, emotional, and cognitive well-being. There are many mental health disorders in the world, but the most common include anxiety and depression. 

What are the most common cognitive and mental health disorders?

Some of the most common cognitive and mental health disorders the MAR Primary Care team treats include:

ADHD

Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder affects both brain activity and development. It can impair your ability to sit still, concentrate, control impulsive behavior, form relationships, and more. While ADHD most commonly affects children, it can also affect your behavior and thinking throughout adulthood.

Autism

Autism is a developmental disorder that affects communication skills, social interaction, mood, and behavior. Many people with autism struggle with repetitive behaviors, difficulties learning, and problems expressing thoughts and emotions. Autism is a spectrum disorder, so many with this disorder live independently while others require more support.

Anxiety

Anxiety is a sense of fear or dread that typically occurs in response to life changes, such as a first date, divorce, or job interview. If you have an anxiety disorder, however, you may feel this fear or dread in your everyday life.

Depression

Depression is a mood disorder that causes intense sadness, feelings of hopelessness, loss of interest, and even changes to your sleep and eating habits. Many people who have anxiety also develop feelings of depression.

Alzheimer’s disease

Typically seen in older adults, Alzheimer’s disease causes your brain cells to progressively deteriorate and die. There is no cure for Alzheimer’s, but certain medications and therapies can help slow the progression of cognitive decline, dementia, and memory loss.

Parkinson’s disease

Parkinson’s disease is a central nervous system disorder that causes your dopamine levels to drop, leading to slow movement, tremors, shaking, stiffness, and difficulties maintaining balance.

How are cognitive and mental health disorders treated?

The providers at MAR Primary Care use evidence-based treatments and therapies to reduce the symptoms of cognitive and mental health disorders, including:

  • Medication
  • Counseling/therapy
  • Lifestyle changes
  • Diet and nutrition
  • Regular exercise
  • Supplements

If you’re struggling with cognitive or mental health concerns, call the experts at MAR Primary Care or book an appointment online today.

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