When living with depression, it’s not uncommon to find yourself surrounded by piles of laundry, dirty dishes, and clutter on every surface- what some refer to as a “depression room”. Dr. Betterly explains why depression rooms develop, and how to tackle them.

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.

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.

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.

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.