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Holly Betterly, MD | Board-Certified Psychiatrist
Dr. Holly Betterly is a board-certified psychiatrist in Weston, Florida. She is dedicated to helping her patients overcome depression, anxiety, and OCD.
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Which medications are used to treat Generalized Anxiety Disorder?
If you’re struggling with Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), you may be wondering about what medication options are available. Dr. Holly Betterly MD, Board-Certified Psychiatrist in Weston, FL, provides an overview of GAD and the medications used to treat it.
Caffeine and Mental Health: Spilling the Beans
Despite how commonplace coffee-drinking has become in our society, it may still come as a surprise that caffeine is actually the most widely consumed psychoactive substance in the world. Dr. Holly Betterly MD, Board-Certified Psychiatrist in Weston, FL, spills the beans on how your coffee habit could be impacting your mental health.
How is Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Diagnosed?
If you feel that OCD may be impacting your life, you may be curious about how OCD is formally diagnosed. Dr. Holly Betterly MD, Board-Certified Psychiatrist, provides an overview of the diagnostic process for OCD, including some common instruments used by mental health professionals.
Where can I find trustworthy information about OCD?
When it comes to learning about Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), or any other mental health condition, it’s important to make sure that you are getting your information from somewhere you can rely on. Dr. Holly Betterly MD, Board-Certified Psychiatrist in Weston, FL, shares some of her favorite evidence based resources for learning about OCD.
Why isn’t my antidepressant working?
You’ve taken the first step towards treating your depression by starting an antidepressant medication- but nothing seems to be happening. What gives? Dr. Holly Betterly MD, Board-Certified Psychiatrist in Weston, FL, shares some common reasons why you may not be seeing the results you’re hoping for.
How Your Thyroid Could Be Hurting Your Mental Health
You may be familiar with your thyroid’s role in metabolism- but did you know that it can also have a significant impact on your mental health? Dr. Holly Betterly MD, Board-Certified Psychiatrist in Weston, FL, explains how your thyroid could be to blame for common mental health challenges.
Navigating antidepressants and sexual side effects
When it comes to antidepressant medications, many patients worry that they will be forced to choose between treating their depression and maintaining a healthy, satisfying sex life. Dr. Holly Betterly MD, Board-Certified Psychiatrist in Weston, FL, 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 Anxiety, or Something More Serious?
Tax filing season can bring up feelings of anxiety, distress, and dread- but when does tax anxiety become something more serious? Dr. Holly Betterly MD, Board-Certified Psychiatrist in Weston, FL, shares some signs that your tax anxiety could be representative of an underlying mental health condition.
What is a psychiatrist?
Psychiatrist are medical doctors who specialize in treating psychiatric conditions like depression, anxiety, and OCD. They have extensive expertise in prescribing mental health medications. Learn more from Dr. Betterly, board-certified psychiatrist in Weston, FL.
What is the best medication for Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)?
If you're experiencing Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), you may be wondering about the best medication options for treatment. Dr. Holly Betterly MD, Board-Certified Psychiatrist in Weston, FL and member of the International OCD Foundation (IOCDF), sheds some light on medication options in OCD.
How do I know if my antidepressant is working?
How do I know if my antidepressant is working? Dr. Holly Betterly, board-certified psychiatrist in Weston, FL, shares some common signs that your antidepressant is actually doing what it is supposed to be doing.
Is my antidepressant causing weight gain?
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.