Do you promise yourself “just a quick check” of your feeds, only to find yourself 40 minutes later scrolling through earthquake footage, political meltdowns, and environmental disasters? You might be caught in the trap of doomscrolling—and you’re far from alone. “Doomscrolling,” or the compulsive consumption of negative news and media, is a modern habit many […]
Author Archives: Kristina Robb Dover
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Dec
Dec
Schizophrenia affects about 1 in 300 people worldwide and is associated with a range of troubling symptoms, including persistent delusions and hallucinations, disorganized thinking and extreme agitation. Mental health care professionals find this condition hard to treat for several reasons, with severe side effects from commonly prescribed medications being a significant barrier. One promising new […]
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Buspirone (also known by the brand name Buspar) is a medication for anxiety. It, like many other anti-anxiety drugs, works by balancing the levels of hormones responsible for regulating your mood. Doctors may also use it to treat a variety of issues unrelated to anxiety, depending on the patient’s needs. Because of its effectiveness, minimal […]
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Nov
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It’s usually not hard to spot the overachieving children – they’re the ones who win the spelling bee every year, skip grade levels, or have never picked up an instrument they didn’t intuitively know how to play. While one might assume those children’s futures couldn’t be anything but bright and full of promise, the unfortunate […]
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Sometimes, people experience short-term, situational anxiety, such as after a traumatic event that triggers anxiety and insomnia. Medications like lorazepam (also known by its brand name “Ativan”) can help manage those symptoms for short-term relief. Before taking lorazepam, it’s good to inform yourself about how it works, what the likely side effects are, and how […]
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Seizure disorders can have a serious impact on an individual’s quality of life, putting them at an increased risk of injury, hospitalization and mortality while taking a toll on their mental health and self-confidence. Clonazepam is a powerful medication that helps to control seizures in both adults and children, helping them lead more stable and […]
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Research has shown a reduction in ADHD symptoms in children who use the FDA-approved drug guanfacine. As part of a doctor-prescribed plan of treatment, guanfacine (also known by its brand names Intuniv and Tenex) may help improve your child’s lifestyle and reduce the symptoms of this common disorder. This medication is typically prescribed when stimulants […]
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Oct
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People living with ADHD commonly turn to stimulant medications to help them manage their symptoms. However, stimulants can’t always be taken or may not always work. Non-stimulant medication options like clonidine provide an alternative way to manage the symptoms of ADHD effectively without the same side effects or risks that may have made stimulant medication […]
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Stimulant medications are among the most common treatments for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Adderall, Mydayis, Dexedrine and Daytrana all belong to this group, but they differ in their ingredients, how long they last and how they’re taken. This guide covers what to know about each one, along with the side effects, precautions and withdrawal considerations they […]
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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is one of the most commonly diagnosed neurodevelopmental disorders in children, reportedly affecting an estimated 11.4% of Americans aged 3 to 17 years old . Without adequate treatment, ADHD can be carried through to adulthood. Because the symptoms vary, many people don’t realize they have ADHD until adulthood. Getting diagnosed […]