Mental Health

If you have ADHD, you might be familiar with the feeling. You know exactly what you need to do—start that paper, answer that email, finish that project—but your brain seems to have other plans.

Starting fluoxetine, often known by its brand name Prozac, can bring up a mix of feelings. There’s the hope that it will lift the fog of depression or quiet the constant hum of anxiety.

When we hear the word "depression," it’s easy to think of sadness. But for many people living with Major Depressive Disorder (MDD), the experience is much more complex.

My interest in psychiatry started with a love for self-help and personal growth. I’ve always been drawn to the question of how people can grow, heal, and live fuller lives.