MENTAL HEALTH DEPRESSION AND ANXIETY
MENTAL HEALTH DEPRESSION AND ANXIETY Mental health conditions such as depression and anxiety can be challenging to manage, and they often require a combination of therapy, lifestyle changes, and medication to achieve successful outcomes. Anti-depressant and anti-anxiety medications have become increasingly common in recent years, and they have helped many individuals alleviate symptoms and improve their quality of life. However, like any medication, these drugs have potential side effects that can impact patients' health and well-being. Anti-depressant medications work by increasing the availability of certain neurotransmitters in the brain, such as serotonin, dopamine, and norepinephrine, which can help regulate mood, sleep, and appetite. Anti-anxiety medications work similarly by enhancing the effects of GABA, a neurotransmitter that helps calm the nervous system. However, both classes of drugs can have side effects, ranging from mild to severe. Common side effects of an...