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Deprescribe Me: Breaking Free from the Grasp of Antidepressants


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Embarking on a journey to taper off SSRIs can feel like navigating through a dense fog—challenging and fraught with the unknown. My co-host, therapist Jen, and I, Dr. Teralyn, pull from our own stories of medication withdrawal to shed light on the resources that are crucial during this process. While a good laugh about our telehealth wardrobe mishaps lightens the mood, our conversation takes a serious turn as we unravel the importance of professional medical advice, the power of a supportive community, and the necessity of understanding what lies ahead when reducing or stopping medication.

Neurotransmitters, those tiny messengers within our brains, hold immense power over our well-being, particularly serotonin and dopamine. They're also central characters in our in-depth chat about the delicate dance of tapering off medications. We dig into the science behind addiction and mental health therapies, sharing personal insights to highlight the role of diet, lifestyle, and amino acids in achieving a balanced state of mind. It's an eye-opener—reminding us that a pill isn't always the panacea, and the road to recovery often requires a mo

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Psych meds have harmed us—and we’re not just survivors, we’re deeply educated in psychopharmacology, psychology, and nutrition. As hosts of The Gaslit Truth Podcast, we guide people safely off psychiatric medications with strategies grounded in science and brain health

🔥 You’ve been harmed. You’ve been dismissed. It’s time to take your brain back—with guidance from people who’ve been there and know their stuff.

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