Do Psych Meds Make Us Fragile?
When I have patients going through difficult times, I find patients on meds are sometimes more fragile than my unmedicated patients. Just thinking out loud about this perplexing observation.
The Real Reason to Avoid Psych Meds
I encourage people to avoid starting psych meds whenever possible, but not for the reason you might think.
Less Stigma = More Meds
Some musings on the changing stigma of mental health issues.
The Real Reason To Avoid Psych Meds
I encourage people to avoid starting psych meds whenever possible, but not for the reason you might think.
Less Stigma = More Meds
Some musings on the changing stigma of mental health issues.
Benzo Withdrawal = Despair
In my practice, I’ve witnessed many of my patients struggle with various aspects of benzodiazepine tapering and withdrawal. It’s an indescribably difficult experience. Not enough doctors recognize this issue, and far too many patients going through this feel alone in their experience.
Could Accutane, Yaz and Yasmin Be Affecting Your Health?
In my practice I’ve noticed a few meds that seem to impact health long after they’ve been discontinued. Accutane (the acne medication), and the birth control pills Yaz and Yasmin come immediately to mind.
Is More Access to Mental Health Care Actually A Good Thing?
Controversial topic, but we need to talk about this. People who are suffering need care, but is access to care actually helping or harming?
Taper During The Follicular Phase
For any women doing a psychiatric medication taper, be strategic about timing.