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Peter Sangra
Adolescent Psychiatrist | Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
Dr. Peter Sangra practices Child & Adolescent Psychiatry in Santa Teresa, NM. Dr. Sangra evaluates patients throughout childhood and adolescence using many different procedures, in order to determine what treatments must be carried out in order to properly assess their symptoms. Child & Adolescent Psychiatrists are trained and certified to administer psychotherapy, medication, and many other means of treatment. Dr. Sangra seeks to improve each patients quality of life.
13 years
Experience
Peter Sangra
- Santa Teresa, NM
- American University of Antigua
- Accepting new patients
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Is ADHD a serious condition?
Great question,
It is not serious because it can be treated with medications. There are many to choose from nowadays. However, if not treated, then I have seen these kids labeled, READ MORE
Great question,
It is not serious because it can be treated with medications. There are many to choose from nowadays. However, if not treated, then I have seen these kids labeled, bullied, and have anxiety and depression set in, so treat early for best results.
Hope that helps,
Dr. Sangra
It is not serious because it can be treated with medications. There are many to choose from nowadays. However, if not treated, then I have seen these kids labeled, bullied, and have anxiety and depression set in, so treat early for best results.
Hope that helps,
Dr. Sangra
What is the long-term effect of Ritalin on young children?
Great question,
There are side effects to medications. I am kinda upset because your doctor who prescribed the medication should have told you all the common side effects and READ MORE
Great question,
There are side effects to medications. I am kinda upset because your doctor who prescribed the medication should have told you all the common side effects and the long-term side effects. It is not your fault he or she did not, I would rather you go back to them and ask them. If they cannot provide such an answer, I would change doctors. I always tell my patients the side effects before starting.
Hope that helps,
Dr. Sangra
There are side effects to medications. I am kinda upset because your doctor who prescribed the medication should have told you all the common side effects and the long-term side effects. It is not your fault he or she did not, I would rather you go back to them and ask them. If they cannot provide such an answer, I would change doctors. I always tell my patients the side effects before starting.
Hope that helps,
Dr. Sangra
When is the right time to talk to my son about sex?
Right now seems right, kids keep getting exposed earlier and earlier. Remember giving him a choice of abstaining from sexual relations until he is married is always a choice. That READ MORE
Right now seems right, kids keep getting exposed earlier and earlier. Remember giving him a choice of abstaining from sexual relations until he is married is always a choice. That never seems to come up anymore as an option.
Hope that helps, Dr Sangra
Hope that helps, Dr Sangra
How do I help my child who keeps having nightmares?
It is common to have dreams especially of falling and later about missing exams and assignments. Reassure that he is safe and pray with him before bed. Hope that helps.
What medicine is good for children's sleeping issues?
I would suggest trying Melatonin or some hot milk. Melatonin is a natural hormone produced in the brain when you are really in a deep sleep, it’s over the counter. Also, look at READ MORE
I would suggest trying Melatonin or some hot milk. Melatonin is a natural hormone produced in the brain when you are really in a deep sleep, it’s over the counter. Also, look at his sleep regimen, and sleep hygiene and diet. Reduce any fructose late at night, and no vitamins B12 or B 6 at bed time. I’ve seen all of this in my practice. Last, but not least, pray with him, and ensure that he is safe and start a sleep routine at night.
Hope that helps.
Hope that helps.
Can a psychologist treat mental disorders?
They can if you are looking for therapy, some therapist in some states can prescribe, but I think you should be cautious about meds from a therapist and really talk to a medical READ MORE
They can if you are looking for therapy, some therapist in some states can prescribe, but I think you should be cautious about meds from a therapist and really talk to a medical doctor and get therapy with a psychologist. Hope that helps.
What should I do if daughter is being a bully?
Very good question. Talk to her as it relates to a story and if you can identify something that she can relate to, and then connect it to her, Rather than just flat out telling READ MORE
Very good question. Talk to her as it relates to a story and if you can identify something that she can relate to, and then connect it to her, Rather than just flat out telling it would be wrong. Use a Parable, it helps connect understanding to emotion. Hope that helps,
How to cope with not having a real graduation?
I’m truly sorry that you were not able to have a “real graduation.” But chances if you had one, it would have not been as great as you wanted it to be. So let’s create a graduation, READ MORE
I’m truly sorry that you were not able to have a “real graduation.” But chances if you had one, it would have not been as great as you wanted it to be. So let’s create a graduation, I don’t understand why you could not arrange a online graduation and get the graduation committee involved.... Just some food for thought, hope that helps.
Will children lose social skills through remote learning?
She is a little older to lose all social skills. Humans and kids are social creatures and social interaction is what they want. I think she will do just fine in the social arena. READ MORE
She is a little older to lose all social skills. Humans and kids are social creatures and social interaction is what they want. I think she will do just fine in the social arena. although saying that, it is important for her to have some time to play with play mates her age or siblings or cousins. Hope that helps.
What causes daytime wetting in an 11 year old?
Typically in this case, your child is older and requires a complete medical workup by her pediatrician to rule out an organic causes for this. There are many causes, and to list READ MORE
Typically in this case, your child is older and requires a complete medical workup by her pediatrician to rule out an organic causes for this. There are many causes, and to list them would be redundant. Please contact his pediatrician, hope that helps.
What is behavioral therapy for autism?
Sure, the behavioral therapy is called Apllied Behavioral Analysts or ABA. It works great, if started early. Hope that helps,
What is the cause of sleepwalking?
Most is unknown, but good news is that he will grow out of it. Just gently redirect him to bed, don’t be scared.
Hope that helps.
Hope that helps.
My son has become reliant on taking Tylenol?
That’s good that the pain is gone, now see if he needs a ankle brace or ankle wrap for extra support, assuming nothing is broken. Then after a few days ease off on the Tylenol. READ MORE
That’s good that the pain is gone, now see if he needs a ankle brace or ankle wrap for extra support, assuming nothing is broken. Then after a few days ease off on the Tylenol. Hope that helps, call his pediatrician if you have any concerns.
What is the first step after an autism diagnosis?
Sign him up for Applied Behavioral therapy (ABA), there are a lot of advantages to it and get some Respite support for you and your family. Hope that helps.
Can personality disorders be cured?
Personality Disorders are by definition personality. There are great therapies for personality disorders, but from my understanding personality disorders are lifelong. Hope that READ MORE
Personality Disorders are by definition personality. There are great therapies for personality disorders, but from my understanding personality disorders are lifelong. Hope that helps.
What is the best treatment for bipolar depression?
Medication. There are great new medications and are very effective for Bioplar Depression, and therapy would be appropriate.
Hope that helps.
Hope that helps.
What is light therapy for depression?
Yes, great question!!! Light therapy does work, but you have to do it more often, several times a week for it to be effective. It is more effective for seasonal form of depression. READ MORE
Yes, great question!!! Light therapy does work, but you have to do it more often, several times a week for it to be effective. It is more effective for seasonal form of depression.
Hope that helps.
Hope that helps.
How to help 20 year old son with opioid addiction?
You are in a challenging spot. First is get your self with a supportive group for parents dealing with children addicted to drugs. From there, they will connect you to all the READ MORE
You are in a challenging spot. First is get your self with a supportive group for parents dealing with children addicted to drugs. From there, they will connect you to all the groups and support for your son, They will share their challenges and successes.
Hope that helps.
Hope that helps.
What helps panic attacks fast?
We can treat panic attacks with medications to help alleviate it, and then continue therapy. Hope that helps.
Is excessive rage a mental illness?
Great question, it can be. Are you using any drugs, alcohol, or marijuana? Sometimes people have withdrawals from substance that compound the underline issue. If so, try to get READ MORE
Great question, it can be. Are you using any drugs, alcohol, or marijuana? Sometimes people have withdrawals from substance that compound the underline issue. If so, try to get help and detox and get evaluated.
Hope that helps!
Hope that helps!
