Understanding Panic Disorder: Symptoms, Treatment, Bravery in Asking for Help
Panic disorder, which affects 3.7% Canadians, is “fear gone wrong.” With appropriate therapy and medication, people with panic disorder can keep symptoms in check. Summary of “This is Panic Disorder”, Episode 6 of PSYCHEDUP Podcast.
PSYCHEDUP PODCAST: Understanding and acting on mental illness
Dr. McIntosh has a new podcast, PSYCHEDUP, focused on boosting awareness of mental illnesses, including why they occur, who is at greater risk, the power of shared decision-making, and the critical importance of diagnostic accuracy and personalized treatment.
Having more than one psychiatric diagnosis is more common than you think. This is why it matters.
Having two or more psychiatric diagnoses at the same time occurs for at least half of those diagnosed with a mental illness. As with other illnesses, it’s important to understand the full picture in order to find the best treatment.
Why Certain Psychiatric Medications Aren’t Always Available
Inaccurate reporting perpetuates the belief that every patient has high risk of discontinuation symptoms, across every antidepressant. My advice on best ways to choose and make most of antidepressants if part of your treatment.