Is the serotonin hypothesis behind the use of Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs) for the treatment of depression valid or evidence-based? This update answers that question.
Read moreHow Can Past Withdrawals Impact Your Current Withdrawal Process?
How do past medication withdrawals impact our current withdrawal process? The bottom line is that medication exposure and withdrawal from many years ago can have an important impact on a withdrawal process happening in the present.
Read moreWhy Antidepressants "Stop Working"
What happens when antidepressants like SSRIs “stop working?” Over the years, I've developed my own understanding of why patients’ antidepressants "stop working," why they feel worse when they stop them, and how to improve their health when it happens. Read on for a brief explanation.
Read moreA Holistic Psychiatrist's Perspective on Serotonin Syndrome
Should 5-HTP be used to help patients during their SSRI withdrawal? In this article, I share a holistic psychiatrist's perspective on serotonin syndrome and the risks and benefits of using 5-HTP during SSRI withdrawal.
Read moreNavigating SSRI Withdrawal in a Nutshell
This article is an overview of all that I know about SSRI withdrawal in a nutshell. Though this summary is not meant to replace proper medical care, it may help you avoid rushing into a process that you are not ready to face.
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