Although transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) is a safe treatment, it is not effective for treating depression.
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Taking Propecia or Proscar to Prevent Hair Loss is Associated with Depression, Anxiety, and Sexual Problems
Finasteride (brand name Propecia or Proscar) has side effects, some of which are serious and can last even after someone stops taking the drug.
Read More »FDA Updates Black Box Warning for Benzodiazepines
The FDA announced that they are updating the “black box warning” for benzodiazepines. FDA will require Medication Guides and prescribing information for benzodiazepines to warn about the risks of physical dependence, withdrawal reactions, misuse, abuse, and addiction.
Read More »Does Online Therapy Work?
Research has found that online therapy can be effective at treating anxiety, depression, and trauma.
Read More »Postpartum Depression: Brexanolone and Other Treatments
Postpartum Depression (PPD) affects between 10-15% of new mothers. PPD causes mothers to suffer from a long-lasting depression that, if severe, can put both the mother and the child in danger. Though PPD is common, available antidepressants are not guaranteed to help. A new treatment, brexanolone, offers hope for some mothers but also has severe side effects.
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