Anxiety disorders are differentiated based on the type of object or situation that causes fear, anxiety, or avoidance as well as the thought patterns associated with the fear or anxiety. To be considered an anxiety disorder, the fear or anxiety also has to be persistent (lasting usually six mo...
This involves working with a trained therapist to figure out ways to solve problems and cope with depression. It can be a powerful intervention, even producing positive biochemical changes in the brain. Three major approaches are commonly used to treat clinical depression. In general, these therapie...
“While patients on Celexa or Lexapro have reported weight gain, it’s always important to work closely with your prescriber to understand why. SSRIs boost serotonin, which impacts behavior and has been shown to increase appetite, which may result in weight gain but not necessarily cause it. W...