Can Exercise Really Treat Anxiety? Here’s What the Evidence Shows
Anxiety is one of the most common reasons people visit their doctor, yet treatment options in general practice are often limited to medication or cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). Many patients would prefer to avoid the side effects of medication and want practical, lifestyle-based alternatives. A 2018 systematic review and meta-analysis published in BMC Health Services […]
Is Metabolic Psychiatry the Next Revolution in Mental Health?
For decades, psychiatry has focused primarily on balancing brain chemicals. But what if we’ve been missing one of the biggest pieces of the puzzle? A global scientific movement is now challenging the way we think about mental illness. Researchers from leading institutions including Stanford, Harvard, the University of Edinburgh, UCSF, McLean Hospital, James Cook University […]
The Brain on Ketones: Metabolic Psychiatry & Mental Health
Most conversations about the ketogenic diet and mental health focus on mood. But a 2022 review from Stanford’s Dr. Shebani Sethi and UCSF’s Dr. Judith Ford, published in the Journal of Psychiatry and Brain Science, makes a more ambitious case: that schizophrenia and bipolar disorder may be, at their core, disorders of brain metabolism and […]
Fish Oil for Depression: What a 26-Study Review Found
If you’ve wandered down the supplement aisle lately, you’ve probably seen fish oil capsules marketed for everything from heart health to mood support. But does the science actually back up the mood claims? A 2019 meta-analysis published in Translational Psychiatry took a close look, and the answer turns out to be more nuanced than a […]
Beyond Medication: Integrative Psychiatry for Depression & ADHD
About the Author Stephanie Schabel, PMHNP-BC, is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner at SKS Psychiatry specializing in functional and integrative psychiatry. She holds nursing degrees from the Texas State University and Gonzaga University, and is a member of Psychiatry Redefined, one of the nation’s leading training programs in functional and integrative psychiatry. Stephanie’s […]
Gut-Brain Connection: How Gut Health Affects Mental Health
When people think about depression, anxiety, ADHD, or brain fog, they rarely think about their gut. However, growing research suggests that the health of your digestive system may play a significant role in how you think, feel, and function every day. Scientists now recognize a complex communication network called the gut-brain axis, which allows the […]
ADHD Symptoms & Diagnosis: What Effective Care Looks Like
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common neurodevelopmental conditions affecting both children and adults. While many people associate ADHD with hyperactivity, it can also affect attention, organization, emotional regulation, motivation, and daily functioning. Common Symptoms of ADHD ADHD symptoms generally fall into three categories: Inattention Hyperactivity Impulsivity Many adults with ADHD describe chronic overwhelm, […]
Can Magnesium Deficiency Worsen Anxiety? What to Know
Stress, anxiety, poor sleep, muscle tension, and irritability are some of the most common symptoms I see in psychiatric practice. While many factors contribute to mental health challenges, one often-overlooked piece of the puzzle is nutritional status, particularly magnesium. A randomized controlled trial published in Stress and Health examined the effects of magnesium combined with […]
