Mental Health Articles A-Z

ADD

ADD, or attention deficit disorder, is a condition that often develops in childhood. As this eMedTV article explains, people who have it typically can't stay focused on a task or sit still. This Web page takes a closer look at this condition.

ADD Symptoms

Typically, ADD symptoms appear early in life and generally include inattention and being easily distracted. This eMedTV article describes lists signs and symptoms of this disorder and also explains the difference between the symptoms of ADHD and ADD.

Adult ADD

The exact cause of adult ADD is unknown. However, as this eMedTV page explains, most scientists agree that it's a biologically based disorder of the nervous system. This article describes the three types of adult ADD in detail, treatment, and more.

Adult ADD Articles

Alaprazolam

Anxiety and panic disorder can be treated with alprazolam, a prescription drug. This part of the eMedTV site offers a brief overview of the drug and also provides a link to more detailed information. Alaprazolam is a common misspelling of alprazolam.

Alcohol and Citalopram

Some patients are advised not to take alcohol and citalopram together. As this eMedTV page explains, if your doctor says you can drink alcohol while on citalopram, you should drink only light to moderate amounts.

Alcohol and Mellaril

It is not recommended that you combine alcohol and Mellaril. As this eMedTV article explains, drinking alcohol while taking Mellaril may increase your risk of developing side effects like drowsiness or low blood pressure when sitting or standing up.

Alcohol and Prolixin

Combining alcohol and Prolixin may potentially be dangerous. This eMedTV resource explains that drinking alcohol while taking the drug can increase your risk of side effects, and alcohol can also make your mental illness worse.

Alcohol and Serzone

It may not be safe to drink alcohol while taking Serzone. As this eMedTV article explains, alcohol and Serzone act upon similar chemicals in the brain, which means that the drug may increase symptoms of depression.

Alcohol and Thorazine

It is generally recommended that you avoid drinking alcohol while taking Thorazine. This eMedTV segment lists side effects that may occur if you combine alcohol and Thorazine, such as drowsiness or low blood pressure (when sitting or standing up).

Alcohol During Pregnancy

It's important to completely avoid alcohol during pregnancy, since it can be harmful to the growing baby. This eMedTV article covers the different types of alcohol and their effects on pregnancy, and also offers tips to stop drinking.

Alcohol Use and Abuse

As with many drugs, alcohol can be misused, and this may lead to dependence (alcoholism). This eMedTV page discusses the difference between alcohol use and abuse. This page also covers possible signs of abuse and lists some treatment options.

All About PDD

Alpralozam

Alprazolam is often prescribed in the treatment of panic disorder and anxiety. This eMedTV selection gives a brief overview of the drug and provides a link to more detailed information. Alpralozam is a common misspelling of alprazolam.

Alprazalam

Alprazolam is a medication that can be prescribed to treat panic disorder and anxiety. This part of the eMedTV archives explains how alprazolam works and provides a link to more detailed information. Alprazalam is a common misspelling of alprazolam.

Alprazalom

Alprazolam is licensed to manage symptoms of anxiety and panic disorder. This eMedTV segment offers dosing information for alprazolam, explains the effects of the drug, and includes a link to learn more. Alprazalom is a common misspelling of alprazolam.

Alprazolam

Alprazolam is a prescription medication that is used for treating panic disorder and anxiety. This eMedTV resource offers a more in-depth look at alprazolam and its effects, dosage guidelines, and general precautions and warnings.

Alprazolam Dosing

For treating anxiety, most people start with an alprazolam dosage of 0.25 mg to 0.5 mg three times a day. This eMedTV segment also offers alprazolam dosing guidelines for treating panic disorder and explains when and how to take the drug.

Alprazolam Drug Information

Alprazolam Side Affects

Confusion, fatigue, and speech problems are a few common alprazolam side effects. This eMedTV page also lists some serious problems, like fainting. Alprazolam side affects is a common misspelling and variation of side effects of alprazolam.

Alprazolan

Alprazolam is a prescription drug used for treating anxiety and panic disorder. This page on the eMedTV site explains how alprazolam works and describes its effects and possible side effects. Alprazolan is a common misspelling of alprazolam.

Alprozalam

Alprazolam, a prescription drug, is used for the treatment of panic disorder and anxiety. This eMedTV resource discusses this medicine and its effects, as well as what to do if you miss a dose. Alprozalam is a common misspelling of alprazolam.

Alprozolam

Alprazolam, which is available by prescription, is used for the treatment of panic disorder and anxiety. This eMedTV page explains the effects of alprazolam and offers dosing information for the drug. Alprozolam is a common misspelling of alprazolam.

Alprzolam

Alprazolam is a prescription medication commonly used to treat anxiety and panic disorder. This eMedTV segment presents an overview of this drug and its possible side effects. Alprzolam is a common misspelling of alprazolam.

Amoxapine

Amoxapine is a prescription drug that is used for the treatment of depression in adults. This eMedTV Web page offers a more in-depth look at how amoxapine works and describes its possible side effects and general dosing information.

Amoxapine Alternatives

Amoxapine alternatives may include other antidepressants, psychotherapy, or electroconvulsive therapy. This eMedTV segment describes these alternatives to amoxapine in more detail and lists various classes of antidepressants available.

Amoxapine and Breastfeeding

Because amoxapine passes through breast milk, it may pose health risks to a nursing infant. This eMedTV resource discusses this topic in more detail and explains the importance of talking to your doctor about amoxapine and breastfeeding.

Amoxapine and Dry Mouth

Side effects may occur with amoxapine, and dry mouth is one of the more commonly reported problems. This eMedTV Web page offers suggestions for dry mouth relief and discusses the likelihood of developing dry mouth while using amoxapine.

Amoxapine and Pregnancy

Using amoxapine during pregnancy may potentially cause fetal problems. As this eMedTV page explains, in studies involving amoxapine and pregnancy, the drug caused miscarriages and stillbirths when it was given to pregnant animals.

Amoxapine and Suicide

As this eMedTV segment explains, antidepressants (such as amoxapine) may cause an increase in suicidal thoughts or behavior in children and teens. This article discusses the likelihood of there being a link between amoxapine and suicide.

Amoxapine Dosing

For adults who are first starting amoxapine, dosing generally starts at 50 mg two or three times daily. This eMedTV Web page describes amoxapine dosing in more detail and provides warnings and precautions for taking the medication.

Amoxapine Drug Information

Amoxapine Overdose

The effects of an amoxapine overdose will vary but may include muscle pain, acidosis, or seizures. This eMedTV article lists other possible overdose effects and describes the treatments that can be used for an amoxapine overdose.

Amoxapine Sexual Side Effects

It is possible to develop certain sexual side effects while taking amoxapine. As this section of the eMedTV Web site explains, amoxapine sexual side effects may include impotence, changes in libido, and painful erection.

Amoxipine

Amoxapine is a medication that can be prescribed to treat depression in adults. This eMedTV page describes amoxapine in more detail and briefly covers its dosing information and possible side effects. Amoxipine is a common misspelling of amoxapine.

Amphetamine and Dextroamphetamine Extended Release Info

Amphetamine-Dextroamphetamine Extended Release

Amphetamine-dextroamphetamine extended release is a prescription medication that is used to treat ADHD. This eMedTV article offers an overview of this drug, including information on its effects, dosing guidelines, and possible side effects.

Amphetamine-Dextroamphetamine Extended Release Dosage

As this eMedTV page explains, the recommended starting amphetamine-dextroamphetamine extended release dosage varies between 10 mg and 30 mg once daily. Your dosage will be based on several factors, such as your age and any other drugs you're taking.

Atomoxetine

Atomoxetine is a drug licensed to treat ADHD. This page on the eMedTV site explores the prescription medicine in detail, noting how it works, when and how to take it, possible side effects, and what to tell your doctor before taking it.

Atomoxetine (Strattera)

Atomoxetine Dosing

This eMedTV article explains that for adults and children or teens weighing more than 154 pounds, atomoxetine dosing starts at mg once daily or 20 mg twice a day. This page also lists factors that can affect your dosage (like your age).

Atomoxetine Side Effects

Atomoxetine side effects can include vomiting, insomnia, and dry mouth. This page on the eMedTV site also lists side effects of atomoxetine you should report to your doctor, such as lightheadedness, dizziness, or fainting.

Benefits of Bergamot Oil

Bergamot oil may be used for treating several conditions, such as depression, anxiety, and skin problems. This eMedTV page takes a look at other bergamot oil benefits, including information on how it works and whether it is safe for children.

Benefits of Ginseng

Ginseng may be helpful for slowing the aging process and improving overall mental health and functioning. This eMedTV resource describes some of the other benefits of ginseng and explains how the supplement may work for these reported uses.

Learn About Benefits of Glutamine

Glutamine supplementation is claimed to be beneficial for conditions such as ADHD, anxiety, and diarrhea. This eMedTV article lists some of the other possible benefits of glutamine and explores its effectiveness for these uses.

Benefits of Kava

Kava may be beneficial for treating epilepsy, anxiety, asthma, and other conditions. This article from the eMedTV site explores some of the other potential benefits of kava and briefly discusses the safety and effectiveness of this herbal supplement.

Benefits of Saffron

As this eMedTV article explains, saffron may provide various health benefits, such as treating depression, cancer, baldness, and insomnia. This page also provides a list of other saffron benefits and explains how this supplement supposedly works.

Benefits of SAM-e

There is reliable evidence that SAM-e is beneficial for depression, arthritis, and intrahepatic cholestasis. This eMedTV segment further discusses the benefits of SAM-e and explains how the supplement works to treat these various conditions.

Benefits of Theanine

Theanine supplements may be beneficial for Alzheimer's disease, anxiety, and high blood pressure. This eMedTV resource covers other possible benefits of theanine and explains how the amino acid may work for these conditions.

Bergamot Essential Oil Info

This eMedTV Web page discusses Bergamot essential oil. Information includes what it might work for and if it is safe, along with possible interactions, warnings, and side effects.

Bergamot Oil

Bergamot oil may have several health benefits, such as treating skin conditions, depression, and anxiety. This eMedTV article describes other uses of the oil and offers information on possible side effects and safety concerns associated with it.

Bergamot Oil and Breastfeeding

It may not be safe for women who are breastfeeding to use bergamot oil. This selection from the eMedTV Web site further discusses potential problems that could occur when using bergamot oil and breastfeeding at the same time.

Bergamot Oil and Pregnancy

This eMedTV resource explains why it may not be safe to use bergamot oil during pregnancy. Bergamot oil is a "natural" product, but that does not mean that it is safe for use. This page also describes possible problems that bergamot oil could cause.

Bergamot Oil Dosage

As this eMedTV page explains, there is no established bergamot oil dosage that is considered to be safe or effective. This page also covers the possible risks of using bergamot oil medicinally and explains when your doctor's supervision is necessary.

Bergamot Oil Drug Interactions

There are currently no known drug interactions with bergamot oil. This eMedTV page explains how bergamot oil drug interactions may exist even though they are not currently known. This page also covers what to tell your doctor before using this oil.

Bergamot Oil Overdose

You should seek immediate medical care if you believe you have overdosed on bergamot oil. This eMedTV article explains that it is not known exactly what to expect from a bergamot oil overdose and describes some possible treatment options.

Bergamot Oil Safety

Bergamot oil may increase the risk of sunburn or other severe skin reactions. This eMedTV resource describes other important bergamot oil safety concerns and explains what to discuss with your doctor before using this essential oil.

Bergamot Oil Side Effects

It is important to know that bergamot oil can cause side effects when it is applied to the skin. This eMedTV segment outlines several bergamot oil side effects to watch out for, such as scab formations, blisters, and sensitivity to the sun.

Budeprion SR

Budeprion SR is a prescription medicine approved for the treatment of depression. This portion of the eMedTV library explains how Budeprion SR works, describes some of its potential side effects, and offers some information on taking the medicine.

Budeprion SR Dosing

The recommended starting Budeprion SR dosage for treating depression is 150 mg once daily in the morning. This eMedTV article also discusses Budeprion SR dosing for people with liver problems, as well as some factors that can affect your dosage.

Budeprion SR Drug Information

Buproban

Buproban is often prescribed to help people successfully quit smoking. This eMedTV article provides a detailed look at the drug, including an explanation of how it works, dosing information and strengths, possible side effects, and more.

Buproban Dosing

This eMedTV resource lists the recommended starting Buproban dosage for smoking cessation (150 mg once daily), some of the factors that can affect Buproban dosing (such as your age and other drugs you're taking), and general tips on taking the drug.

Buproban Drug Information

Bupropian

Bupropion is a drug that is licensed to treat depression. This eMedTV Web page offers an overview of how this prescription medication works, as well as its side effects and general dosing guidelines. Bupropian is a common misspelling of bupropion.

Bupropian SR

This section of the eMedTV library highlights bupropion SR, a drug used to treat depression. This page discusses bupropion SR effects, general dosing guidelines, and overdose symptoms. Bupropian SR is a common misspelling of bupropion SR.

Bupropion

Available by prescription, bupropion is a drug that is approved to treat depression. This portion of the eMedTV library provides detailed information about bupropion dosing guidelines, strengths, and possible side effects.

Bupropion and Alcohol

This eMedTV page explains that since bupropion and alcohol act on similar chemicals in the brain, mixing the two could potentially increase the effects of alcohol. This page covers precautions to take if you decide to drink alcohol while on bupropion.

Bupropion and Weight Loss

Weight loss is a possible side effect of bupropion. This eMedTV segment explores bupropion and weight loss in more detail, discussing how commonly weight loss occurs in people taking bupropion and the factors that may contribute to this weight loss.

Bupropion Dosing

For the treatment of depression, the recommended starting bupropion dose is 100 mg twice daily. This eMedTV segment lists some of the factors that can affect bupropion dosing (such as your age), as well as some general tips on taking the drug.