Alex Dimitriu, MD

From meditation to medication. Expertise in sleep medicine and psychiatry to optimize performance and happiness.

[Alex Dimitriu, MD @SiliconPsychMD]

@chrisaikenmd Great question!

[Alex Dimitriu, MD @SiliconPsychMD]

@newstart_2024 So, ehm, what are those modifiable points of performance?

[Alex Dimitriu, MD @SiliconPsychMD]

@chrisaikenmd An interesting compound. With its NMDA effects 😉

[Alex Dimitriu, MD @SiliconPsychMD]

Zoning out is often your brain asking for a break—most commonly from sleep debt or mental overload. If it’s frequent, aim for 7+ hours and cut back on overload. Harmless by itself, risky while driving. I share more insights in Prevention: https://t.co/0ifH8wRbO6 #SleepHealth

[Alex Dimitriu, MD @SiliconPsychMD]

Before a full moon, many go to bed later and lose ~45–60 minutes of sleep. Likely cause: evening light suppresses melatonin. Tip: that week, dim lights and cut screens early. I share more insights in Popular Science: https://t.co/SeeVUpE3Yd #Sleep #CircadianRhythm #FullMoon

[Alex Dimitriu, MD @SiliconPsychMD]

My go-to sleep tip: "tech off at ten." Screens and work are the biggest blockers of deep sleep. Pair it with 10-3-2-1: no caffeine 10h, last meal 3h, stop work 2h, no screens 1h before bed. Commit for 2–4 weeks. I share more insights in PROVOKED: https://t.co/6qdgepI7uD #Sleep

[Alex Dimitriu, MD @SiliconPsychMD]

Tart cherry juice + magnesium can support sleep; lettuce water lacks real data. Keep elemental magnesium under 350 mg/day and skip sugar/caffeine at night. I share more insights in Popular Science: https://t.co/TLjwbD8ODf #Sleep #Magnesium

[Alex Dimitriu, MD @SiliconPsychMD]

Aim for an 8-hour sleep window that yields ~7 hours of real sleep. Guard quality: tech off 2 hrs before bed, no late alcohol/big meals, cool dark room. Awake at 2 a.m.? I share more insights in US News & World Report: https://t.co/0PCxj9NZnZ #SleepHealth #Insomnia #SleepTips

[Alex Dimitriu, MD @SiliconPsychMD]

Notice a new word or trend, and suddenly it’s everywhere? That’s the Baader-Meinhof phenomenon—your brain tuning into patterns it expects to see. I share more insights in Verywell Mind: https://t.co/YqFxQBchGe #Psychology #CognitiveBias #MentalHealth

[Alex Dimitriu, MD @SiliconPsychMD]

If you wake up at night and can’t get back to sleep, try slow eye movements. Similar to EMDR therapy, they may activate your relaxation response. Avoid your phone. Focus on calm. More in my New York Post article: https://t.co/noX3bNyTkg #SleepTips #MindBodyHealth

[Alex Dimitriu, MD @SiliconPsychMD]

Ritalin boosts alertness, but alcohol dulls it. Mixing them masks intoxication and can lead to overdrinking. If you're prescribed methylphenidate, think twice before combining it with alcohol. More here: https://t.co/Ubgd4gEePb #MedicationSafety #AlcoholAwareness

[Alex Dimitriu, MD @SiliconPsychMD]

Sleep is more than hours—timing, rhythm, and quality matter. Regular sleep before midnight in a cool, dark, quiet room can help protect long-term health. I share more insights in Fox News Online: https://t.co/KZ2wtaz3v3 #SleepHealth #Wellbeing

[Alex Dimitriu, MD @SiliconPsychMD]

Supplements like saffron, probiotics, and vitamin D may ease mild depression—but quality and dosing matter. Don’t try them all at once. Track what works and work with a healthcare provider. I spoke with @EverydayHealth: https://t.co/MHgAQf3DKC #DepressionSupport #MentalHealth

[Alex Dimitriu, MD @SiliconPsychMD]

Want to take the sting out of anxiety? Try giving it a silly name. "Wacky Wanda" worked for one of my patients. It's about perspective—and taking back control. But always take symptoms seriously. Full article via HuffPost: https://t.co/FnPK1VCkyW #MentalHealth #AnxietyRelief

[Alex Dimitriu, MD @SiliconPsychMD]

Is your B12 supplement keeping you up at night? Energizing vitamins can throw off your sleep cycle. Get tested, not guesswork. https://t.co/M7PRMlZwbY #B12 #SleepHealth #Supplements

[Alex Dimitriu, MD @SiliconPsychMD]

Dr. Alex Dimitriu joins the Beyond Trauma podcast to talk about trauma, sleep, and the nervous system. Hear how psychiatry and sleep medicine overlap—and why it matters for healing. Listen now: https://t.co/EGEjNwTxpC
#MentalHealth #SleepScience

[Alex Dimitriu, MD @SiliconPsychMD]

Still scrolling in bed? That stimulation keeps your brain wired and sleep miles away. Aim for "tech off at ten" to let your mind wind down. More simple ways to beat insomnia in my latest interview: https://t.co/tkyAiQ8GgP #SleepTips #Insomnia

[Alex Dimitriu, MD @SiliconPsychMD]

Anxiety makes us impatient—always seeking fast fixes. But real change takes time. Whether it's therapy or meds, stick with it for at least 2 months and track progress. Learn more here: https://t.co/7E0Q1Spdh1
#AnxietySupport #MentalHealth

[Alex Dimitriu, MD @SiliconPsychMD]

ADHD often goes unnoticed in women because it's less hyperactive & more inattentive. Think forgetfulness, disorganization, anxiety. If it affects you at home & work, structure helps—and so can professional support.
https://t.co/wH8trH6DA1
#ADHDinWomen #MentalHealth #FocusMatters

[Alex Dimitriu, MD @SiliconPsychMD]

A 13.5-year study showed that following a Mediterranean diet may cut dementia risk by 24%. Long-term adherence matters—especially for women over 60. More insights in my interview with @mnt: https://t.co/lZ1DiW75sK
#DementiaPrevention #BrainHealth