Credentials

Recognition

Health Grades Honor Roll, 2014
Top Doctor Award Maryland 2014
Top Doctor Award Baltimore 2104.
Patients’ Choice Award, 2012, 2013
Compassionate Doctor Recognition, 2012
Rated America’s Top Psychiatrist by the Consumer Federation of US, 2010, 2011
Marquis Who’s Who in America, 2002
Strathmore’s Who’s Who in America, 2001
Author of Organized Wisdom Bipolar 101 & 102, a series of the most highly searched and most frequently asked questions about Bipolar disorder 2012

Education & Training

Medical School, MD with honors, 1999
Drexel University/Hahnemann University Hospital, Research Fellowship, Cardiovascular Diseases 2000-2003
Nassau University Medical Center, Residency in Psychiatry 2003-2006
Nassau University Medical Center, Chief Residency, Psychiatry 2007

Current Appointments

Medical Director of Maryland Family Resources INC(an outpatient mental health clinic), Hyattsville MD
Medical Director of Baltimore National Pike Clinic (an outpatient mental health clinic), Baltimore, MD
Consulting Psychiatrist at Padder Health Services, Laurel, MD
Alumnus of MBA Healthcare Management, Johns Hopkins Carey Business School, Baltimore, MD

Board Certifications

American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, 2008
American Board of Clinical Psychopharmacology, 2013
American Board of Addiction Medicine, 2013

License

State of Maryland
State of New York

Languages

Multilingual- English, Spanish, Hindi

Awards and Achievements

American Association of Geriatric Psychiatry Stepping Stone Award, 2007
“Chief Resident” award, Department of Psychiatry, 2006-2007
APA “Mini-Fellow Award,” 2006
APA/Lilly Chief Resident Leadership Program, NY, 2006
Enhancement of Scholarly Activity Award, Nassau University Medical Center, 2006
Best Abstract Award on Sudden Death, 7th International Workshop on Cardiac Arrhythmias, Italy, 2001
MD with Honors (cum laude), Best Outgoing Graduate, Class of 1999
Master Psycho-pharmacologist Certification from Steven Stahl, MD (Neuroscience Education Institute) 2013

Professional Memberships

American Medical Association
American Psychiatric Association
Council on Clinical Cardiology – American Heart Association
Indo American Psychiatric Association
National Association of Physicians for Homeless USA
New York Medical Society
Society of Physician Entrepreneurs
Physician Advisory Council
Physician for National Health Program USA

AboutTanveer padder

Tanveer A. Padder MD is a triple-boarded psychiatrist; Diplomat of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, American Board of Addiction Medicine and additional Certification in American Board of Clinical Psycho-pharmacology.He is a preeminent expert in Psych-opharmacology and has been awarded a Master Psycho-pharmacologist certification by Dr. Stahl’s Neuroscience Education Institute

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Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)

Major Depressive Disorder

Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)

Introduction

Major Depressive Disorder (MDD), commonly known as depression, is a mental health condition that affects how you feel, think, and handle daily activities. It is not just sadness or a temporary “low mood.” Depression can interfere with your ability to work, sleep, eat, and enjoy life.

Incidence

Depression is one of the most common mental health conditions worldwide, affecting around 5% of the adult population each year. It can occur in anyone but is more frequent in women and those with a family history of depression.

Symptoms

Symptoms of MDD may include:

Persistent sadness or low mood most of the day.
Loss of interest or pleasure in activities you once enjoyed.
Changes in appetite or weight (eating too much or too little).
Trouble sleeping (insomnia) or sleeping too much (hypersomnia).
Fatigue or lack of energy.
Feelings of worthlessness, guilt, or hopelessness.
Difficulty concentrating or making decisions.
Physical symptoms such as headaches or stomachaches.
Thoughts of death or suicide.

These symptoms usually last two weeks or more and significantly affect your daily life.

Treatment

MDD is treatable with a combination of the following approaches:

Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Helps you identify and change negative thought patterns.
- Interpersonal Therapy (IPT): Focuses on improving personal relationships and coping skills.
Medications
- Antidepressants: Such as SSRIs (e.g., fluoxetine, sertraline), SNRIs (e.g., venlafaxine), or others like bupropion or mirtazapine.
- Medications can take 4–6 weeks to show full effects.
Lifestyle Changes
- Regular exercise.
- Balanced diet.
- Good sleep hygiene.
- Stress management techniques.
Other Options (if needed)
- Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT): For severe or treatment-resistant depression.
- TMS (Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation): A non-invasive brain stimulation therapy.
- Ketamine or Esketamine (Spravato): For rapid relief in severe cases.