Dean A. Hickman

Dr. Hickman graduated cum laude with honors in biology and earned his medical degree from Tulane. He completed his psychiatry residency at Ochsner where he served as Chief Resident. He also received the Upjohn Achievement Award for 'Outstanding Psychiatry Resident.' Dr. Hickman is board certified in general psychiatry with added qualifications in addiction psychiatry. He specializes in substance abuse and alcoholism treatment. Dr. Hickman has been on the Ochsner staff since 1994.

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Mental Health

Sep 4, 2020

Good News Stories from Around Ochsner

During times of fear and uncertainty, the very best of humanity can triumph, as is the case in these good news stories we've witnessed here at Ochsner Health.

By Dean A. Hickman, MD

Health Trends

Sep 4, 2020

8 Ways to Help Your Community During the Coronavirus Crisis

From “adopting a grandparent” and donating blood to simply staying at home, there are many ways you can help your community during these trying times.

By Dean A. Hickman, MD

Prevention & Wellness

Sep 4, 2020

Natural Ways to Boost Your Mood

People who have plenty of positive emotions in their everyday lives tend to be happier, healthier, learn better and get along well with others. There are several simple ways you can naturally boost your mood, and we’re here to give you tips on where to get started.

By Dean A. Hickman, MD

Mental Health

Sep 4, 2020

Nine Alternative Strategies to Coping With the Self-Quarantine

Is self-quarantine life starting to drive you crazy? As tempting as it might be, drop that snack cake and pass up on that glass of wine. There are many ways to cope with the stress and anxiety that comes along with developing cabin fever.

By Dean A. Hickman, MD

Prevention & Wellness

Sep 4, 2020

Tips for Working from Home

As the coronavirus continues to spread throughout the United States, it affects everything from traveling to the availability of finding household products.

By Dean A. Hickman, MD

Health Trends

Sep 4, 2020

Hobbies to Take Up During Quarantine

Going into quarantine doesn’t have to be all doom and gloom, nor does it mean you have to lose contact with the world. Consider picking up one of these hobbies.

By Dean A. Hickman, MD

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Conditions & Treatment

Sep 4, 2020

Straight Talk about Alcohol Use Disorders

For people without the genetic, environmental or emotional predisposition to abuse alcohol, having a few drinks is no big deal. But if you’ve ever been close to someone who suffers from some kind of alcohol use disorder (AUD), the cost of that abuse is a hefty one.

By Dean A. Hickman, MD