Benzodiazepines, often prescribed for anxiety, insomnia, or seizures, can be highly effective for short-term use. However, prolonged use can lead to dependence, tolerance, and significant challenges during withdrawal. Tapering off benzodiazepines requires a carefully managed process to ensure safety as tapering quickly can cause significant harm and minimize discomfort. In this post, we’ll explore why a slow, safe taper is...
One of our missions at Interpersonal Psychiatry is meeting people where they are and helping them to achieve well-being through a responsible way of practicing medicine and integrating approaches to health and wellness. The providers at the practice are very intentional in their prescribing practices to not only stay abreast of the most advanced research and knowledge of psychiatry practices...
In the United States, opioid addiction is a serious issue facing many families. Some of these opioids are not commonly associated with "street drugs." Instead, doctors are the ones who often prescribe them. These drugs are known to produce a sense of euphoria. For that reason, many people do misuse them. If your loved one abuses opioids, here are some...
