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SAD: Bring On The Light

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), often called "winter depression," is a type of depression that follows a seasonal pattern. Typically, symptoms emerge during the fall and winter months when daylight hours decrease.

Nov 6, 2024

SAD: Bring On The Light

Nov 6, 2024

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), often called "winter depression," is a type of depression that follows a seasonal pattern. Typically, symptoms emerge during the fall and winter months when daylight hours decrease.

KYZATREX: A More Convenient Testosterone Replacement

Sep 18, 2024

Approved in 2022, KYZATREX brings a novel approach to testosterone replacement therapy that's distinguished from traditional methods. Unlike the conventional treatments that rely on patches, gels, or injections, KYZATREX is administered orally, providing a less invasive option that many patients prefer.

Can Magnesium supplements help treat anxiety?

Sep 16, 2024

Research indicates that magnesium might also have an impact on mental health, particularly anxiety. A review looking into natural remedies for anxiety found that magnesium could be a promising treatment option for this condition.

Managing Mental Health with Quetiapine

Jul 16, 2024

Quetiapine, also known as Seroquel, is a prescription medication used to treat mental health conditions. It belongs to a category of drugs called atypical antipsychotics. Atypical antipsychotics are a newer class of medications that target various brain chemicals more selectively to reduce side effects compared to older antipsychotics.

Lithium for Bipoloar Disorder

Mar 1, 2024

Lithium is a mood-stabilizing medication that helps to reduce the severity and frequency of mania. It is prescribed for treating acute manic episodes and managing bipolar disorder. It’s an effective treatment option for bipolar disorder. However, due to its narrow range of safety, side effects, and newer medications it isn’t as widely used as it once was.

Leqembi: A Turning Point in Alzheimer's Treatment

Jan 18, 2024

On January 6, 2023, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) made a significant step forward in Alzheimer's treatment by initially approving Leqembi via the Accelerated Approval Pathway. This was followed by a traditional approval on July 6, 2023.

Most Common Questions About Paroxetine

Jun 30, 2023

Paroxetine is approved to treat both major depressive disorder and a wide range of anxiety disorders. It has been shown to be effective in reducing anxious and obsessive thoughts, which is key in treating certain anxiety-based disorders. The medical conditions that the FDA has approved paroxetine to treat including depression, OCD, anxiety disorder, PTSD, and panic disorder.

8 Important Facts About Duloxetine

Jun 16, 2023

Duloxetine works by stopping some of the reuptake of these two chemicals after they have been released. Typically, after norepinephrine and/or serotonin get released from one cell in the brain, they go to another cell to send signals for mood regulation. However, in some mental health conditions it is thought that serotonin and norepinephrine may be dysregulated and not sending enough signals. Therefore, increasing the amount of serotonin and norepinephrine that is around send more signals to regulate mood and increase motivation can have a very positive impact on these conditions.

Lifestyle Changes To Help your Mental Health

May 8, 2023

The term “mental health” refers to the overall emotional, mental, and even behavioural well-being. To have “good” mental health generally means you are able to handle your emotions, interpersonal relationships, and make well-informed, constructive decisions. Poor mental health generally refers to an impairment of any one of the facets of mental health. Mental health conditions can occur as a result of genetics (family history) and/or various life experiences, such as trauma, abuse, or even major changes in your life’s routines.

Understanding ADHD

Apr 26, 2023

ADHD is a neurodevelopmental disorder that can significantly impact an individual's daily functioning, including attention, impulse control, and behavior. While the causes of ADHD are not fully understood, there are effective treatments available, including medication, behavioral therapy, and lifestyle changes. It is important for individuals who suspect they may have ADHD to seek an evaluation from a mental health professional, who can diagnose the disorder and develop a treatment plan. With the right treatment and support, individuals with ADHD can manage their symptoms and lead happy and successful lives.

Most Common Questions About Fluoxetine

Apr 4, 2023

Fluoxetine is a type of antidepressant called a serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). SSRIs work by increasing the amount of time a chemical called “serotonin” is available to send messages in your brain. Serotonin has a variety of responsibilities throughout your body, such as regulating digestion, wound healing, and sexual desire. However, in the brain it is a “happy chemical” and works mainly to regulate your mood, decreasing feelings of depression and anxiety.

Questions You Should Ask About Citalopram

Mar 17, 2023

Citalopram is only approved to treat major depressive disorder (MDD). Therefore, this medication is best for people with isolated depression without other mental health comorbidities. Mental health conditions often come in groups, with anxiety and depression being a very common combination. However, depression does often present on its own. When this is the case, citalopram is a great option.

What to Know About Escitalopram

Jan 24, 2023

Escitalopram is an anti-depressant medication. It’s in a class of medications called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). These medications are prescribed for a number of conditions, including depression and generalized anxiety disorder.

Different Types of Depression

Dec 17, 2022

Depression is one of the most commonly experienced mental illnesses worldwide. 1 in 5 people will experience some form of depression at some point in their lives, and some people even experience it chronically for most of their life. At its core, depression is characterized by a persistent feeling of sadness and hopelessness.

Prozac vs. Zoloft

Dec 14, 2022

The most common prescription medications for treating depression and other medical conditions include Prozac and Zoloft. Although they both have comparable physiological effects, they vary in uses, adverse effects, as well as dosage forms.

Alzheimer's vs Dementia

Dec 13, 2022

The most frequent cause of dementia, which is characterized by a steady deterioration in mental, behavioral, and social abilities and impairs an individual’s capacity for independent functioning, is Alzheimer's disease. Alzheimer’s disease is a degenerative neurological condition that results in brain shrinkage and the death of brain cells.

SSRI and SNRI (antidepressants)

Dec 12, 2022

Antidepressants come in two basic varieties: selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) and serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs). While SNRIs raise serotonin levels as well as norepinephrine, SSRIs only raise serotonin levels.

The Highs and Lows of Bipolar Disorder

Oct 28, 2022

Bipolar disorder is a complex mood disorder that affects millions of people worldwide. Though it is not as widely discussed as other mental health issues, it’s very common and can greatly interfere with the lives of those with the condition. The mental health condition is characterized by episodes of mania and/or hypomania ("highs") and depression ("lows").