For an estimated 1 in 100 people, gender assigned at birth doesn’t match with the gender that they are. This phenomenon, known as gender dysphoria, is extremely common and can result in extreme physical and mental health repercussions including anxiety, low self-esteem, and feelings of wrongness or revulsion when looking at themselves or their body. […]
What is Depersonalization / Derealization Disorder?
Depersonalization / derealization disorder is marked by persistent feelings that nothing is real, that the self is detached from the body, and that you are an outside observer of yourself. People experiencing episodes can feel like they’re not in control, like they’re living in a dream state, and can even experience visual distortions or fog […]
What Is Lexapro? Some Facts You Should Know
Lexapro, one of the most popular brand names of the serotonin reuptake inhibitor Escitalopram, is one of the most popular drugs in the United States. In fact, in 2019, an estimated 27.5 million prescriptions were handed out to just over 6 million patients. SSRIs like Lexapro are increasingly becoming part of first-line treatment for depression […]
Psychedelics As Treatment Options for Mental Health
Psychedelics have a long history of use as medicine, with many even being developed as such. Today, they’re used by millions to Americans, both for recreational and spiritual purposes and in an attempt to cure or mitigate mental health problems. In fact, research shows that small or “micro” doses of psychedelic substances like LSD, magic […]
