Antidepressants
Nutrition
CAM
Personality Disorders
Addiction
100
The typical time necessary for antidepressants to begin working.
2-6 weeks
100
This diet is high in sugars and fat, low in fiber, highly processed, and well known for increasing risk of chronic disease.
Western diet
100
This plant, recently approved for recreational use in Ohio, has been used for thousands of years to help with anxiety, chronic pain, and stimulating appetite.
Cannabis
100
Most often used to treat BPD, this type of psychotherapy focuses on mindfulness, distress tolerance, and emotional regulation
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
100
In 2023, this life-saving medication was approved by the FDA for over-the-counter (OTC) use.
Naloxone (Narcan)
200
These common over-the-counter pain relievers should be avoided while taking an SSRI due to the increased risk of stomach bleeding.
Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
200
This fad diet, originally intended to help treat epilepsy, forces your body to use mostly fats as an energy source.
Ketogenic diet
200
A sweet and viscous substance, often used in cooking, has been used since ancient times for soothing throats, healing wounds, lowering cholesterol, and managing cold symptoms.
Honey
200
A personality disorder in which the individual exhibits a chronic pattern of grandiosity, lack of empathy, and being highly critical of others.
Narcissistic personality disorder
200
In 1939, this fellowship, inspired by the work of Carl Jung, was started to help members seek a spiritual solution to their addiction.
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)
300
In 1988, this drug was released to the market to help treat Major Depressive Disorder.
Prozac (Fluoxetine)
300
This nutrient, commonly found in fruits and vegetables, helps improve blood glucose levels, lowers cholesterol counts, helps with constipation, feeds your gut bacteria, and helps you feel fuller longer.
Dietary Fiber
300
Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) therapy
300
This disorder, characterized by mood instability, self-harm, explosive anger, and impulsivity, is one of most commonly diagnosed personality disorders.
Borderline personality disorder
300
This neurotransmitter is most responsible for getting someone to repeat a pleasurable activity, which may lead to a cycle of addiction.
Dopamine
400
This condition can occur after quickly stopping an antidepressant.
Serotonin withdrawal or antidepressant discontinuation syndrome (ADS)
400
This diet, commonly found in Europe, Middle East, and Northern Africa, is characterized by lean meats and fish, olive oil, whole grains, fresh fruits and vegetables, and limited sweets.
Mediterranean diet
400
A vitamin commonly taken for chronic pain, mood improvement, absorbing calcium, heart health, and preventing disease/infection.
Vitamin D
400
This disorder, originally called sociopathy or psychopathy, is characterized by lacking empathy for others.
Antisocial personality disorder
400
This is a condition in which a person takes a drug over time, and unpleasant physical symptoms occur if the drug is suddenly stopped or taken in smaller doses.
Physical dependence
500
This potentially serious condition, characterized by headaches, tremors, and confusion, is caused by high levels of Serotonin.
Serotonin Syndrome
500
This popular protein source is classified as a group 2a carcinogen, which means that it probably causes cancer.
Red meat (beef, pork, lamb)
500
This minty herb may help with diarrhea and constipation associated with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).
Peppermint
500
A personality disorder in which the individual is preoccupied with orderliness, stubbornness, and perfection.
Obsessive-compulsive personality disorder (OCPD)
500
This commonly prescribed drug to treat opioid dependence is designed to slowly dissolve under the tongue, and it comes in either film or tablet form.
Suboxone
600
This commonly prescribed antidepressant is commonly prescribed off-label for treating ADHD and substance abuse. It is also less likely to cause sexual dysfunction.
Wellbutrin (bupriopion)
600
A geographical area where people have limited access to healthy and affordable food.
Food desert
600
Known for its beautiful purple flowers, this plant was often used by Native Americans to help treat cold/flu symptoms.
Echinacea
600
This cluster of personality disorders are characterized by odd/eccentric behavior and social isolation.
Cluster A
600
This condition occurs when the body gets used to a medicine so that either more medicine is needed or different medicine is needed.
Tolerance