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Post-Acute Withdrawal Syndrome (PAWS): How the Last Step to Recovery Became the Final Step in Life

Mad in America

Would you tell us a little bit about what it was like for you in the mental health system before you went into withdrawal? It was also then that I started taking quetiapine (Seroquel) in addition to citalopram for a better night’s sleep. When I did manage to taper off a bit, I felt an immediate improvement in my health.

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Can Men Get Postpartum Depression? Studies Say Yes.

Solara Mental Health

This lowered testosterone can, in turn, lower serotonin levels and other neurotransmitters that cause symptoms of depression. But sleep is important to be your happiest. Eat well eating nutritious foods can help maintain your mental health. If youve got time, check out our 3 lifestyle changes for better mental health !

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Summing up the STAR*D Scandal: The Public was Betrayed, Millions were Harmed, and the Mainstream Media Failed Us All

Mad in America

As such, the scandal now serves as a historical verdict on the ethics of American psychiatry, and by extension, the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH). This ongoing failure can be traced back to the publication of DSM-III in 1980, when American psychiatry adopted a disease model for categorizing and treating mental disorders.

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Exploring the Connection Between Bipolar Disorder and Anxiety Disorders

Dr. Sagnik Mukherjee Blog

These signs could point to something more than just occasional stress; they could be part of a more profound mental health condition. I’m Dr. Sagnik Mukherjee, and I’ve spent years in the field of mental health, helping individuals and families navigate the often challenging terrain of psychiatric conditions.