As a psychiatrist, I often discuss medications that can help manage various conditions, especially those related to substance use disorders. In this post, I'll explain how Naltrexone works, its benefits, and important considerations for anyone taking it, especially in emergency situations.

Discover how a holistic approach to prenatal mental health can prevent postpartum struggles. Learn about the key principles from Motherhood Survival Manual to prioritize your well-being before and after pregnancy.

Fatigue is more than just feeling tired; it’s a pervasive sense of exhaustion that can significantly impact your daily life. I often see patients who struggle with chronic tiredness, and identifying the root cause is crucial for effective management. This guide explores various factors contributing to fatigue and offers insights into how you can address them. Let’s dive into some common—and perhaps surprising—causes of fatigue.

Becoming a mother is a life-changing experience filled with joy, challenges, and exhaustion. Navigating the postpartum period can feel overwhelming, especially when you're recovering from childbirth, learning to care for a newborn, and adjusting to a new normal. Below are practical, expert-backed tips from seasoned moms and healthcare professionals to help you through this precious yet challenging stage.

Many pregnant people worry about the safety of medication, fearing harm to their unborn child. However, untreated mental health conditions during pregnancy can pose significant risks. The truth is, mother and fetus are one. An all-or-nothing approach to medication can lead to worsened mental health and potential pregnancy complications.

Ketamine, originally known as a powerful anesthetic, has gained attention for its rapid antidepressant effects by acting on the NMDA receptor and modulating glutamate in the brain. In controlled clinical settings, ketamine has proven efficacy in treating severe and treatment-resistant depression. However, the growing trend of using ketamine at home, often without medical supervision, raises significant concerns.

Cannabis products are found everywhere and are commonly advertised as helping individuals with mental health conditions. Do they really work though?

We encourage you to have a different and more mindful perspective, a different approach to how you respond to stress. You are free to choose how you react to the stimulus instead of being a victim and simply just reacting to your environment. You are free to question assumptions, analyze resources, problem solve, and strategize. Your life can and should be dictated by you. You can choose to react differently to stress. You don’t have to be a victim anymore. We want to teach you about proactive coping, stress reduction, and living a principle-centered life.

You are not alone. The majority of our clinicians at Sweetgrass Psychiatry are mothers, and we know it is tough right after having a baby. There is nothing like it and no one can quite prepare you for what to expect. It can be very challenging to determine what is normal after pregnancy vs. postpartum blues vs. postpartum depression. That is what we are here for.