PsychEducation is a guide to depression, bipolar, and brain health from Jim Phelps, MD and Chris Aiken, MD

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How Buspirone Mixed with Melatonin to Make an Antidepressant
In 2012, psychiatrists at Harvard’s Massachusetts General Hospital discovered a novel antidepressant. It seemed to improve depression and cognition without causing any significant side effects. There was only one problem. The ingredients were practically free, and there was no way that was going to sell.
When Depression Gets Worse on an Antidepressant
When depression gets worse on an antidepressant, it doesn’t necessarily mean the patient has bipolar disorder or that […]
How to Stop a Psych Med
Swapnil Gupta shares when and how to come off psychiatric medications in this podcast. Plus, tips on cross-tapering antidepressants, and the word of the day: Ephedra.
The Antidepressant Calendar: How to “Just Do It” (Patient Edition)
How do you get things done when you have no motivation? The Antidepressant Calendar is a way to […]
What is Bipolar Disorder?
In this podcast, we get answers from Brett Stevens, an entrepreneur, athlete, and one-time professional gambler who has written about his experience with mania and what he did to overcome it.
The Antidepressant Calendar: Therapist Edition
Behavioral activation is a simple yet powerful tool for depression, especially if you are adding in psychotherapy during a medication visit. This podcast gives therapists and psychiatrists some background on the therapy
150 Things to Try When You’re Depressed
It’s not easy to make decisions when you’re depressed, and even harder to put them into action. Here’s a few ideas to get you started.