It’s the dream of every mother—a smooth pregnancy and a healthy baby. If you’re taking medications for your mental health you’re probably wondering whether they will be safe for your developing baby. The good news is, enough is known about many medications to declare them safe enough for pregnant mothers. Where questions arise, alternative medications and therapies can help secure …
Don’t Quit SSRIs Cold Turkey
At some point, almost everyone who takes SSRIs, or other similar medications, starts to feel better and wonders “I’m feeling better; do I really need to continue taking my medication?”. The answer is yes. Antidepressants help balance chemicals in the brain called “neurotransmitters”. These brain chemicals affect our moods, emotions and perceptions of the world. When we have an imbalance …