@dr.matthew.parker: Let’s clear this up ⬇️ ❌ “Meds change who you are” ❌ “Once you’re on them, you’re on them forever” ❌ “Taking meds means you can’t face your problems” ✅ Reality: Meds are tools—they support you, not replace you ✅ Reality: Very few people need to be on meds for the long term—let’s give them 6 months and if you want to stop, we can do it together ✅ Reality: Everyone needs help now and again. Meds offer support, they don’t encourage weakness #MentalHealth #psychiatry #doctorlife #anxietyrelief #anxietyhelp
As a therapist I have several clients who are hesitant to try medications because of family history of substance abuse, they think these medications will be habit forming. I always encourage them to express that concern to their psychiatrist or pcp, but I definitely see that concern a lot.
2026-05-01 16:10:37
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Misshygieniality :
Would you tell someone with glasses that it’s because they are weak? That’s such a wild thing for people to say.
2026-05-01 17:25:53
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