by Dr Teralyn | Jun 29, 2025 | BRAIN HEALTH, Overall Health, psychiatric medication
Medically reviewed by Dr. Teralyn Sell, PhDPhD Psychology, Nutritionist, and Herbalist When we talk about the side effects of antidepressants—especially SSRIs and SNRIs—most people think of mood shifts, sleep changes, or weight gain. But there’s another...
by Dr Teralyn | Jun 23, 2025 | antidepressants, Anxiety & Depression, Anxiety and Depression, BRAIN HEALTH, deprescribing medication, Health and Wellness, medication tapering, medication titration, Mental Health & Anxiety, Psych Medication Tapering, psychiatric medication, Smarten Up Your Brain
When we think about improving our mental health, we often think of therapy, medications, or self-care routines. But there’s another essential piece of the puzzle that’s often overlooked: nutrition. What we eat doesn’t just fuel our bodies—it directly impacts our brain...
by Dr Teralyn | Jun 2, 2025 | BRAIN HEALTH, deprescribing medication, Health and Wellness, medication tapering, medication titration, Mental Health & Anxiety
We’ve all heard it: “Antidepressants are scientifically proven to be more effective than placebo.”It’s a reassuring phrase. It evokes images of rigorous lab coats, impartial researchers, and controlled conditions where science triumphs over guesswork. But what if that...
by Dr Teralyn | May 27, 2025 | antidepressants, Anxiety & Depression, Anxiety and Depression, BRAIN HEALTH, deprescribing medication
Tapering off psychiatric medications, whether antidepressants, anti-anxiety medications, or other psychotropic drugs, is a journey that requires strength, patience, and self-awareness. It’s a process of recalibrating your brain and nervous system as it learns to...
by Dr Teralyn | May 20, 2025 | Anxiety and Depression, BRAIN HEALTH, deprescribing medication, Health and Wellness, medication tapering, medication titration, Mental Health & Anxiety, Neenah, WI and Juneau, WI Counseling and Recovery, Smarten Up Your Brain
Tapering off psychiatric medication is one of the most courageous things a person can do. It’s not just about reducing a dose; it’s about rebalancing your brain, rebuilding your nervous system, and finding your way back to yourself. While the process can be...
