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Ziprasidone, which belongs to a group of drugs called atypical antipsychotics, is used to treat certain mental and mood disorders, such as schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. This medication helps one think more clearly and positively, actively engage…
Prozac (or Fluoxetine) is prescribed to treat a variety of conditions, such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, bulimia, and premenstrual dysphoric disorder. It may improve one’s mood, sleep, energy level, appetite, and decrease one’s anxiety, fear, unwanted thoughts, and…
When we have a sore throat, a runny nose, or a terrible cough, we often feel inclined and even encouraged to stay home from work: we don’t want to exacerbate…
Clonazepam is an anticonvulsant (or anti-epileptic) drug used to prevent and control seizures, as well as treat panic attacks. This benzodiazepine—a group of tranquilizing drugs—works by calming one’s brain and nerves. Use and Dosage This medication is typically taken 2 to…
My grandmother lives a good 1,400 miles away in the great state of Nebraska. When I was younger, we’d visit her every summer and sometimes even for Christmas. But as my siblings and I have gotten older,…
Lexapro (escitalopram) is an antidepressant, or more specifically a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) used to treat depression and anxiety. This works by restoring serotonin balances in the brain. Furthermore, this medication may improve your energy level…
I think we can all agree that dreams are pretty cool. They give us the power to fly and the ability to talk to animals—they’re a way of experiencing our deepest desires. And we’re often pretty bummed when we wake up…
Cymbalta (or duloxetine) is a serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI), which fixes imbalances of serotonin and norepinephrine in the brain. It is primarily used to treat depression and anxiety, but may also successfully relieve nerve pain in those with diabetes or ongoing…
A couple years ago, my little brother called me into his room and begged me to try on his new video game headset. This wasn’t any old gamer headset—it was virtually a portal to another world. I’m a baby so, of…
When I got into my dream school, I was over the moon. It was the perfect campus, the perfect community, even the perfect distance away from home. But my dad had one concern: the drive. The bulk…
Xanax (alprazolam) is a benzodiazepine typically used to treat anxiety and panic disorders, which works by enhancing the effects of a natural chemical in our bodies called GABA and, in turn, producing a calming effect. This medication…
Emotions are hard: being angry stinks, being confused is—well—confusing, and being hurt or upset is the worst. We don’t always know how to deal with these negative emotions correctly, which can result in unnecessary arguments, poor decision-making, and pity parties. But…
