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"Will I Still Be Me?" 5 Common Myths About Antidepressants Debunked
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"Will I Still Be Me?" 5 Common Myths About Antidepressants Debunked

There is a lot of misinformation out there when it comes to antidepressants. Here are five common myths about them, debunked by a psychiatrist.

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OCD Treatment: Why Standard Depression Protocols Often Fail
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OCD Treatment: Why Standard Depression Protocols Often Fail

Standard medications for OCD are SSRIs, but sometimes this is not enough. Explore advanced psychopharmacological techniques for managing OCD.

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The "Prozac Bridge": A Smarter Way to Discontinue Antidepressants
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The "Prozac Bridge": A Smarter Way to Discontinue Antidepressants

Stopping an antidepressant like an SSRI can be difficult. There are techniques available to make the process easier, such as using fluoxetine as a bridge.

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Adding Wellbutrin to an SSRI for Depression
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Adding Wellbutrin to an SSRI for Depression

Sometimes the best approach to treating depression involves combining two antidepressants that work in different ways.

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Do I need medication for anxiety? A psychiatrist’s perspective.
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Do I need medication for anxiety? A psychiatrist’s perspective.

Thoughts on starting a medication for anxiety - and how to approach this common problem.

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Why am I still anxious after starting medication?
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Why am I still anxious after starting medication?

Not everyone responds to the first anxiety medication they try. Here are some reasons why.

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