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The Real Reason To Avoid Psych Meds

by Ellen Vora, MD on Nov 9, 2018 / Share

I encourage people to avoid starting psych meds whenever possible, but not for the reason you might think.

Benzo Withdrawal = Despair

by Ellen Vora, MD on Nov 7, 2018 / Share

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.

You Don’t Need An App To Meditate

by Ellen Vora, MD on Nov 2, 2018 / Share

I’ve heard it’s possible to meditate without an app?! Let’s talk about it.

Are You Getting “Overtired” Every Night At 11pm?

by Ellen Vora, MD on Nov 1, 2018 / Share

Having a baby taught me a thing or two about adult sleep. Today we discuss “overtired.”

Snoozing: Natural Ways To Fix Your Sleep

by Ellen Vora, MD on Oct 31, 2018 / Share

The problem with snoozing, and what to do about it.

Taper During The Follicular Phase

by Ellen Vora, MD on Oct 29, 2018 / Share

For any women doing a psychiatric medication taper, be strategic about timing.

Get Rid Of Your Stuff!

by Ellen Vora, MD on Oct 22, 2018 / Share

After living out of a suitcase for 7 months, I was able to cut my belongings in half. Donate what you don’t need!

What Kauai’s Roosters Taught Me About Sleep

by Ellen Vora, MD on Oct 18, 2018 / Share

Kauai has a population of wild roosters that serve as an island-wide, unsnoozable alarm. Here’s how that fixes everyone’s sleep.

Do Bugs Love You? Here’s A Trick

by Ellen Vora, MD on Oct 17, 2018 / Share

Are you one of those people who gets more and bigger bug bites than other people? Here’s a trick that you probably haven’t heard before to change that.

Travel Tricks From The Road

by Ellen Vora, MD on Oct 15, 2018 / Share

Here’s how we eat better on flights.