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When we first wrote about GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Zepbound, the conversation around mental health was full of unanswered questions. Were these drugs going to help with depression? Did they raise suicide risk? Could they actually do something for addiction? A year later, we have a lot more data — and the picture is more interesting (and more honest) than the early headlines suggested. The good news first: the FDA has walked back the suicide risk warning One

Antidepressants have been in the news again, and many people are understandably asking a basic question: Are these medications actually safe? The honest answer is: for many people, yes — antidepressants are safe and effective when prescribed thoughtfully, monitored appropriately, and used as part of an individualized treatment plan. They are not perfect medications, and they are not right for everyone. But the idea that antidepressants are broadly dangerous or unnecessary is

I'm excited to announce the launch of Fully Wired, an online educational program I've developed specifically for adults with ADHD. What makes Fully Wired different? Nine specialized companion guides that address the real complexity of adult ADHD: These comprehensive resources tackle situations where ADHD intersects with gender identity, autism, trauma, relationships, anxiety, aging, hormones, adult education, and college life. They're not surface-level overviews—they're in-de

Many adults seek mental health care because they feel overwhelmed, unfocused, exhausted, or emotionally depleted—and they are often unsure why. Some worry they may have ADHD. Others assume anxiety is driving their symptoms. Many believe they are simply burned out. In reality, ADHD, anxiety, and burnout can look remarkably similar on the surface, even though they arise from very different underlying mechanisms. Understanding these differences is often the first step toward ef