Mental Health Topics – Thriveworks

Not sure if you’re on the right SSRI dose? Maybe you recently started an antidepressant and still aren’t feeling like yourself, or the medication you’ve been taking for years doesn’t seem to be working like it used to. However you ended up here, it’s a question that many people taking...

“Protect your peace.” “Guard your energy.” “If it costs you your peace, it’s too expensive.” Sound familiar? Depending on your algorithm, you might be bombarded by the message that good mental health means feeling calm, regulated, and comfortable as much as possible. On the surface, that sounds reasonable. Most of...

Wondering if therapy is working? It’s not always easy to tell, especially since healing is often more gradual than dramatic. Plus, it depends on what you’re hoping to address in therapy, since learning to manage a chronic mental health condition will likely take more time than helping you navigate a...

Every kid wakes up grumpy on the occasional school day or throws an epic tantrum when they’re denied screen time. A small portion of kids, however, constantly struggle with severe irritability and explosive outbursts, a condition known as disruptive mood dysregulation disorder (DMDD). “If you imagine a remote control, that...

If you’ve been prescribed Wellbutrin, or you’re considering asking your prescriber about it, one question on your mind might be about your weight. Maybe you gained weight on an SSRI in the past, or you’ve heard that antidepressants and weight gain often go hand in hand. Of the commonly prescribed...