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Tag: Psychotropic medication

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What do psychiatrists prescribe for depression? A comprehensive guide to medication

4 min read
According to the American Psychiatric Association, a clinical depression diagnosis requires symptoms to last at least two weeks and represent a change in one's previous level of functioning. To treat this condition, psychiatrists utilize various pharmacological tools, and a common query for many patients is, "What do psychiatrists prescribe for depression?".

What medication calms anger? Understanding pharmacological treatments

5 min read
While anger itself is not a diagnosable mental health condition, it is a prominent symptom of many disorders, prompting clinicians to consider medication as part of a treatment plan for severe cases. The primary goal of using medication to address problematic anger is to treat the underlying condition causing the emotional dysregulation.