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The FDA has approved Zuranolone, a groundbreaking pill for postpartum depression, promising noticeable improvements in as few as three days. Unlike traditional treatments, Zuranolone directly targets the hormonal shifts post-childbirth, addressing a root cause…
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As clinicians and scientists, we’re on the edge of our seats, waiting for this 60-item questionnaire to be available to the broader community. It promises to be a game-changer. It’s not just about providing…
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The announcement of the ongoing Adderall shortage last year by the FDA felt like a proverbial lightning bolt in the mental health community. Used for managing attention… Read more “The Adderall Shortage: A Reflection…
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While stimulants (combined with talk therapy) are often considered the best treatments for ADHD, the management of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) isn’t confined within the walls of prescription medication. An exciting and burgeoning field of…
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Can we utilize this inherent neuroplasticity to our advantage in treating mental health conditions? Research is beginning to say “Yes.” Studies have shown that interventions such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness meditation, and even…
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Greetings, this is Dr. Akash Kumar MD writing to briefly touch upon procrastination as a trauma response. In the realms of mainstream psychiatry and therapy, trauma is… Read more “Procrastination: A Trauma Response”
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Considering root causes and potential contributing factors can lead to a more nuanced and comprehensive understanding of depression and anxiety.
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These medications, commonly prescribed for nonpsychiatric conditions, have the potential to interact with antidepressants, masking or diluting their effectiveness. This highlights how interconnected our treatments can be.
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The evidence shows that patients receiving 15 mg/day of LMF for 30 days exhibited significantly greater reduction in Hamilton Depression Rating Scale (HDRS-17) scores and higher response rates compared to the placebo group. Additionally,…
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Flavanols have already been shown to possibly function as anti-obesity agents. Here flavanol intervention restored memory among participants in lower tertiles of habitual diet quality.
