Finding the right treatment for your depression typically isn’t an instantaneous process. It may take a few attempts to find a treatment approach that works for you. When you’re working to manage your depression, it’s important to stay hopeful. A good treatment...
Certain mental health conditions can cause extreme high and low moods or rapid mood swings. Bipolar disorder is one of the most well-known examples; schizoaffective disorder can have similar effects. People with these conditions may experience manic, hypomanic,...
Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), a type of depression medication, aren’t habit forming. They have a short half-life, which means they are more likely to cause withdrawal symptoms upon abrupt discontinuation. “Brain zaps” are one of several common...
Antipsychotic medications are used to treat a wide variety of symptoms. Prescribers use them to treat typical symptoms of psychosis like hallucinations and delusions. They also help with closely related symptoms like agitation and mania. Psychiatrists may prescribe...
Whether changes in brain chemistry are a cause or an effect of certain mental health conditions, regulating them is often a critical part of treatment. Genetics, environment, neurobiology and other factors may all play a role in a person’s symptoms and their...
Finding a medication that works for your depression isn’t always an immediate process. Sometimes, the process requires trial and error. While looking for a medication that works, therapy can be crucial for maintaining progress and looking for solutions....
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