Holly Betterly, MD

While we often think of depression in terms of symptoms that impact us in the here and now, research shows that depression may also have long-term health consequences. Dr. Betterly provides insight into how depression can affect our physical health.

If you’re struggling with symptoms of depression during pregnancy, you may be wondering whether antidepressants are even an option. Dr. Holly Betterly provides insight into the role of antidepressant medications during pregnancy.

Mental health conditions are very common, impacting one in five Americans each year. Dr. Betterly summarizes key epidemiological data surrounding the most common psychiatric diagnoses in the United States.

If you’re living with a mental health diagnosis, you may have wondered about whether your children will inherit your condition. Dr. Betterly explains that when it comes to psychiatric disorders, inheritance isn’t so straightforward.

Many people living with anxiety find that their worries feel more overwhelming in the evening or around bedtime. Dr. Betterly shares five reasons why anxiety may be keeping you up at night.

If you’re struggling with Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), you may be wondering about what medication options are available. Dr. Betterly provides an overview of GAD and the medications used to treat it.

Despite how commonplace coffee drinking has become in our society, it may still come as a surprise that caffeine is the most widely consumed psychoactive substance in the world. Dr. Betterly spills the beans on how your coffee habit could be impacting your mental health.

Curious about how OCD is diagnosed? Dr. Betterly provides an overview of the diagnostic process for OCD, including some common instruments used by mental health professionals.

Dr. Holly Betterly MD, Board-Certified Psychiatrist in Weston, FL, shares some of her favorite evidence based resources for learning about OCD.

You’ve started an antidepressant medication- but nothing seems to be happening. Dr. Betterly shares some common reasons why you may not be seeing the results you’re hoping for.

You may be familiar with the thyroid’s role in metabolism- but did you know that it can also impact your mental health? Dr. Betterly explains why your thyroid could be to blame for common mental health challenges.

Dr. Betterly provides insight into navigating the relationship between antidepressants and sexual dysfunction so that achieving recovery doesn’t have to feel like a trade-off.

Tax filing season can bring up feelings of anxiety, distress, and dread- but when does tax anxiety become something more serious? Dr. Betterly shares some signs that your tax anxiety could be representative of an underlying mental health condition.

Psychiatrist are medical doctors who specialize in treating psychiatric conditions like depression, anxiety, and OCD. They have extensive expertise in prescribing mental health medications.

If you're experiencing Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), you may be wondering about the best medication options for treatment. Dr. Betterly sheds some light on medication options in OCD.

How do I know if my antidepressant is working? Dr. Betterly shares some common signs that your antidepressant is actually doing what it is supposed to be doing.

Is my antidepressant causing weight gain? Dr. Holly Betterly, board-certified psychiatrist in Weston, FL, weighs in on the complex relationship between depression, antidepressants, and weight.

Dr. Betterly shares some of the ways that pilates can benefit your mental health.