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PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) is a mental health condition that can develop after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event. It is a common condition, affecting millions of people worldwide. (more…)

Federal health officials have approved the first pill specifically intended to treat severe depression after childbirth, a condition that affects thousands of new mothers in the U.S. each year. The Food and Drug Administration on Friday granted approval of the drug, Zurzuvae, for adults experiencing severe depression related to childbirth or pregnancy. The pill is taken once a day for 14 days....

In recent years, ketamine has taken the stage as a powerful alternative to most mood and pain disorder treatments. With great success comes new innovations and derivatives.  Spravato is a prescription drug used to treat: Treatment-resistant depression  Depression involves active suicidal behaviors. Spravato is a nasal spray that can only be used under the strict guidance and instructions of...

40% of males and 20% of females use talk therapy or antidepressants to deal with depression. However, there are five classes of antidepressants, and among those over seventy options, finding the right fit can take months, and each pill has the potential to both not work and come with unwanted side effects. Roughly one-third of all patients that seek treatment for depression find no relief with...

Ketamine is an anesthetic used to sedate both humans and pets, and it’s a favorite of partygoers seeking a psychedelic high. Now it’s also the subject of an enormous amount of interest as a fast-acting treatment for depression and other serious mental health conditions. Despite all the buzz about ketamine’s therapeutic potential, people remain confused about how it works and how to find a...

Mental health is an integral part of overall wellness and well-being. It’s estimated that 1 in 5 American adults experiences a mental health disorder in any given year.  However, mental health disorders continue to be shrouded in stigma and secrecy despite this high prevalence.  When it comes to men and mental health, the statistics are sobering. According to a study done by NCBI, men are four...

One in 7 women will experience some form of postpartum mental health issue — also known as the “baby blues” — within the first year after giving birth. These issues that arise are known as postpartum mental health disorders (PMHD).  Postpartum depression (PPD) is the most common type of PMHD. Still, several other disorders can occur, including postpartum anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder...