What to Know Before Stopping an Antidepressant
Menopause Rescue20 Joulu 2024

What to Know Before Stopping an Antidepressant

In this episode of Menopause Rescue, Dr. Polly Watson discusses the systems and strategies necessary for safely weaning off antidepressants. She emphasizes the importance of collaboration with healthcare providers, the role of nutrition in mental health, and the significance of various vitamins and minerals in serotonin production. Dr. Watson provides practical advice on optimizing diet and supplements to support mental health during this transition, while also addressing the balance between holistic and conventional medicine.

Quotes

  • “If you are someone who’s benefited from antidepressants and they are working well for you, then I absolutely celebrate that.”
  • “When you wean off the medication, your brain has not been reminded how to make serotonin and you can actually have some pretty significant withdrawal symptoms if your brain doesn't have the precursors and the cofactors that it needs to make serotonin.”
  • “I would argue very strongly that [holistic providers] should not de-prescribe anything without communicating with the person who recommended it.”

Resources

Rebecca Katz Triple Triple Brittle Recipe

Connect with Dr. Polly Watson

Website: https://hormonewellnessmd.com/podcast

Resources: https://hormonewellnessmd.com/podcast-resources

New Patient: https://hormonewellnessmdacademy.teachable.com/p/are-we-a-good-fit-new-patient-welcome-course

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Disclaimer: https://hormonewellnessmd.com/podcast-disclaimer

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