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NAD+ Injections & Infusions for Mental Health

NAD+ therapy is starting to show up more in conversations around mental health, especially in programs that take a whole person approach. While it is not a primary treatment on its own, it is being explored as a supportive tool that may help the brain function more efficiently during recovery.

April 7, 2026 No Comments

Uzedy Subcutaneous Injection Risperidone Extended Release blog

Bipolar Disorder

What Is Uzedy?

Uzedy is a long-acting injectable antipsychotic medication. It contains risperidone and is designed to be administered subcutaneously (under the skin), typically once every one or two months. It is primarily used to treat: Unlike daily oral medications, Uzedy provides a steady release of medication over time, which can help maintain

March 25, 2026 No Comments

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Symptoms and Management

Does 7-OH Help with Mental Health?

7-OH, short for 7-hydroxymitragynine, is often marketed as a way to improve mood, reduce anxiety, or help with stress. It is commonly linked to kratom products and is known for its strong effects on the brain. While some people report short-term emotional relief, there is no reliable clinical evidence showing

March 19, 2026 No Comments

Dissociative Disorders

Dissociative Identity Disorder vs. OSDD: Understanding the Differences in Complex Dissociative Disorders

Dissociative disorders are among the most misunderstood mental health conditions. Many people have heard of dissociative identity disorder, often called DID, but fewer know about other specified dissociative disorder, or OSDD. Both conditions involve disruptions in identity, memory, and consciousness, usually linked to severe trauma earlier in life. Because the

March 12, 2026 No Comments

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Phenibut and Mental Health: What It Is, Why It’s Risky, and What Actually Helps

Reviewed and Updated March 5, 2026 If you’ve been struggling with anxiety, depression, PTSD, or sleep problems, you may have come across something called phenibut. It’s sold online as a supplement that promises to calm your mind, reduce stress, and help you sleep better. Some websites even call it a

March 5, 2026 No Comments

Zoloft and Alcohol: What You Should Know Before Drinking

If you take Zoloft, you’ve probably wondered whether it’s safe to have a drink. Mixing Zoloft and alcohol is not recommended. Even if a small amount does not cause a medical emergency, alcohol can interfere with how Zoloft works and increase side effects. What Is Zoloft Zoloft is the brand

February 24, 2026 No Comments

Antidepressants

Lexapro and Alcohol: What You Should Know Before Drinking

Can you drink alcohol while on Lexapro? The short answer is this. Mixing Lexapro and alcohol is not recommended. While it may not cause a dangerous reaction every time, alcohol can interfere with how Lexapro works and increase side effects. Here’s what that actually means. What Is Lexapro Lexapro is

February 24, 2026 No Comments

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Is TMS a Hoax?

If you’ve been researching mental health treatments, you’ve probably seen bold claims about TMS. Some call it revolutionary. Others call it overhyped. What Is TMS? TMS stands for transcranial magnetic stimulation. It is a noninvasive procedure that uses magnetic pulses to stimulate specific areas of the brain associated with mood

February 24, 2026 No Comments

Depression

Functional Depression: When You Look Fine but Feel Empty Inside

From the outside, everything looks fine. You go to work. You meet deadlines. You show up for family. You answer texts. You smile when expected. But internally, something feels off. You are exhausted. Disconnected. Flat. Irritable. Going through the motions. This is what many people call functional depression. It is

February 23, 2026 No Comments

Lifestyle and Wellness

Does Red Light Therapy Really Work?

Red light therapy has exploded in popularity. You see it in wellness clinics, med spas, gyms, influencer routines, and now even home devices that promise everything from better skin to deeper sleep to hair regrowth. But the real question is simple. Does red light therapy actually work, or is it

February 17, 2026 No Comments

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NAD+ Injections & Infusions for Mental Health

What Is Uzedy?

Does 7-OH Help with Mental Health?

Dissociative Identity Disorder vs. OSDD: Understanding the Differences in Complex Dissociative Disorders

Phenibut and Mental Health: What It Is, Why It’s Risky, and What Actually Helps

Zoloft and Alcohol: What You Should Know Before Drinking

Lexapro and Alcohol: What You Should Know Before Drinking

Is TMS a Hoax?

Functional Depression: When You Look Fine but Feel Empty Inside

Does Red Light Therapy Really Work?

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