The Chemical Imbalance Myth: A Story We All Bought Here’s the truth: the idea that depression, anxiety, or ADHD is caused by “low serotonin” or “broken dopamine” is a story we all bought into. In the 1980s and 1990s, pharmaceutical companies needed a simple,...
That’s right. According to a group of licensed professionals on r/therapists, I’ve gone full “Burn Book-worthy” and am now the “Grifting Conspiracy Influencer” of the mental health world. I’d like to thank the Academy… but I’d rather thank the therapists who gathered...
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...
If you’re tapering off antidepressants, chances are no one told you this:Your brain is in recovery. And what you eat could make all the difference. Antidepressant withdrawal isn’t just about reducing pills—it’s about rebuilding your nervous system from the...
They said it would help.They said I could stop when I was ready.They never said what would happen after. For millions of people, the hardest part of taking antidepressants isn’t starting—it’s trying to stop. And the truth is, no one is talking about it loud enough. 💊...
Post-SSRI Sexual Dysfunction (PSSD) is a complex and often misunderstood side effect of antidepressant use, particularly selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)The emotional and physical side effects of these medications can leave patients feeling uncertain...
