by Dr Teralyn | Jul 22, 2025 | antidepressants, Anxiety & Depression, Anxiety and Depression, Health and Wellness, Mental Health & Anxiety, Overall Health, Smarten Up Your Brain
It’s Not Them—It’s You (and That’s a Good Thing) Have you ever said something like, “They made me so mad!” or “She ruined my day!”? If so, you’re not alone. But here’s the truth: no one can make you feel anything without your permission....
by Dr Teralyn | Jul 15, 2025 | antidepressants, Anxiety & Depression, Anxiety and Depression, BRAIN HEALTH, Health and Wellness
Medically reviewed by Dr. Teralyn Sell, PhDPhD Psychology, Nutritionist, and Herbalist As summer temperatures climb and the sun blazes down, many people enjoy spending time outdoors. But if you’re taking psychiatric medications, especially antidepressants,...
by Dr Teralyn | Jul 7, 2025 | antidepressants, Anxiety & Depression, Anxiety and Depression, BRAIN HEALTH, deprescribing medication, Health and Wellness
Written (and medically reviewed) from the heart by someone who’s lived it, Dr Teralyn Sell PhD Talking about how antidepressants harmed me—physically, emotionally, and relationally—is one of the hardest things I’ve ever done. Not because I’m unsure of what happened,...
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 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...