13.8. The Role of Drugs in the Pursuit of Emotional Health

Psychiatry medication use is incredibly common and often misunderstood. Dr. Paul Conti takes us through the different categories of medications that are used for mental health. There are a lot of misconceptions, misnomers, and other sources of confusion that can increase stigma and make it difficult for you to sort through the options. After this video, you should be better prepared to evaluate the potential role of such medications in your life and have a better foundation to begin a conversation about it with your physician.

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