Dr. James F. Luebbert, MD is a pediatric psychiatrist in Philadelphia, PA specializing in pediatric psychiatry. He graduated from University of Nebraska College of Medicine. Dr. James F. Luebbert, MD is affiliated with Jefferson Health, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital and Jefferson University Physicians (JUP).
33 South 9th Street Suite 210 & 210c, Psychiatry & Human Behavior
Philadelphia, PA 19107
833 Chestnut Street Suite 210
Philadelphia, PA 19107
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Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD/ADHD)
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD, is one of the most common disorders diagnosed in children. Nine percent of children in the USA have been diagnosed with ADHD. Symptoms, which include hyperactivity and difficulty maintaining focus or paying attention, can last into adulthood for some patients. Boys are four times as likely to be diagnosed as girls, although experts don't know why this is.
There are three main types of ADHD:
When diagnosing ADHD, it is important to rule out other issues that may be causing the symptoms. Seizure disorders, hearing loss, anxiety, and domestic problems are some examples of problems that can cause behaviors similar to those seen with ADHD.
Treatment can include stimulant medications, behavioral therapy to teach patients ways to navigate their world and control symptoms better, and accommodations at school or work. A structured environment (with lots of organization and well-defined rules) seems to help most kids with ADHD function at their best.
ADHD is mainly thought of as a disorder that affects children, but symptoms can last into adulthood for a third to half of those diagnosed. In adults, ADHD has similar symptoms as when it is seen in children: impulsive behavior, difficulty maintaining focus, being easily distracted, or a tendency to fidget. These symptoms can cause problems in a patient's careers and relationships. Additionally, adults with ADHD are at increased risk for substance abuse. Medications can be an important part of treatment for adults, as well as stress reduction techniques and organization skills training. Specialized ADHD coaches can help adults with ADHD manage their symptoms and succeed in all areas of their life.
Depression
Everyone knows what it feels like to get the blues once in a while. But depression is a serious illness that is more severe than a bad day and lasts much longer. Symptoms of depression stop a person from being able to function and enjoy daily activities for weeks or months at a time. It can happen to anyone, and it isn't something that people can control by force of will or "snap out of it."
Some common symptoms of depression include:
We don't yet know what causes depression, but it's thought that it is a combination of genetic, biological, environmental, and social influences. Because of this, the most effective treatments for depression combine medication with psychotherapy. Therapy, especially cognitive-behavioral therapy, can be extremely helpful in resolving the negative thoughts and feelings that come with depression. It gives patients new tools that they can use themselves to cope when their depression is making them feel down.
Some of the common medications used to treat depression include antidepressants such as SSRI's (Prozac, Paxil, Zoloft) or atypical antidepressants (Cymbalta, Wellbutrin). It's important to remember that these medications have different effects on everybody, and no one medication works right for everyone. Patients may have to try a couple before finding the one that works just right for them. If the first medication they try doesn't work, they should talk to their doctor about trying something else. In extreme cases where medication is not enough, electro-convulsive therapy and hospitalization may be the answer to keeping a severely depressed person safe.
Depression is a difficult illness to deal with, but it is more common than believed and there are many people who can help. With the right treatment, individuals with depression can get back to fully enjoying life again.
Schizophrenia
Schizophrenia is a long-lasting, or chronic, severe mental illness that affects the way people think, feel, and behave. If someone has this condition, they likely have difficulty distinguishing reality from fantasy and may experience the following:
A comprehensive psychiatric evaluation is necessary to identify this illness, and one of the top criteria for a diagnosis of schizophrenia is that at least some of the symptoms listed above have to be present for a minimum of six months. The causes of schizophrenia are unclear, but studies have linked it to genetics, abnormalities in brain structure, and immune disorders. It has also been found to affect men and women equally, with onset typically occurring earlier in men.
Although there is no cure for schizophrenia, some treatments can help people manage their disease. For example, physicians may prescribe antipsychotics which are a group of medications that can reduce symptoms. Patients can also learn useful coping skills and get emotional support by regularly taking part in individual talk therapy and having family members participate in group therapy sessions.
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The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. James F. Luebbert, MD treated as a pediatric psychiatrist in Philadelphia, PA were hospital care and inpatient care.
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The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. James F. Luebbert, MD treated were depression, hypertension, high cholesterol and chronic kidney disease.
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Dr. James F. Luebbert, MD graduated from University of Nebraska College of Medicine. He completed residency at Hahnemann University Hospital. He is certified by the Psychiatry, Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Psychiatry and has a state license in Pennsylvania.
Medical School: University of Nebraska College of Medicine
Residency: Hahnemann University Hospital
Board Certification: Psychiatry, Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Psychiatry
Licensed In: Pennsylvania
Dr. James F. Luebbert, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. James F. Luebbert, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: United Healthcare Community Plan (AmeriChoice), QualCare, Aetna Medicare, Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield, CIGNA Medicare, Blue Cross Federal, Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield, GEHA, WellCare, AmeriHealth, AARP, MultiPlan, CIGNA Commercial, Magellan Health Services, OptumHealth Behavioral Solutions (United Behavioral Health), Geisinger Health Plan, US Family Health Plan, United Healthcare, Humana, Workers' Compensation, Cigna, Devon Health, TRICARE, First Health, WellPoint, Jefferson Health Plans (Medicare & ACA), Medical Assistance of New Jersey, Provider Partners Medicare, PA Health and Wellness CHC, Devoted Medicare, Medical Assistance of Delaware, Keystone First/CHC/VIP, Community Behavioral Health, Blue Card by BCBS, Medicare FFS, Medical Assistance of Pennsylvania, Independence Blue Cross - Various plans, Aetna Commercial - Excludes Marketplace Plans, UPMC, Aetna Better Health CHIP PA, Highmark Wholecare, Ambetter from PA Health and Wellness and Keystone First VIP.
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Dr. James Luebbert's area of specialization is pediatric psychiatry. Dr. Luebbert's clinical interests include tourette syndrome, attention deficit disorder (ADD/ADHD), and major depression. His hospital/clinic affiliations include Thomas Jefferson University Hospital and Jefferson University Physicians (JUP). Before performing his residency at Hahnemann University Hospital, Dr. Luebbert attended the University of Nebraska College of Medicine for medical school. He appears to be in-network for Blue California, Coventry, and Geisinger Health Plan, in addition to other insurance carriers. Unfortunately, according to Jefferson Health, Dr. Luebbert is not currently accepting new patients.
