You wake up exhausted, dragging yourself to class or not going at all, wondering how you’re going to make it through another day. College was supposed to be the best time of your life, right? But instead, it feels like a never-ending cycle of stress, isolation, and overwhelming sadness. If you’re feeling depressed in college, you might be asking yourself: should I transfer colleges if I’m extremely depressed, or is there another way to get through this? Transferring may seem talk

Trazodone and mirtazapine are common medications prescribed to treat mental health conditions like depression, anxiety, and sleep disorders. Even though they share some of the same therapeutic applications, these drugs have several differences that are important to be aware of. For example, they have distinct mechanisms of action, side effect profiles, and specific uses — all of which can play a role in determining which one might be more suitable for your condition, symptoms, and needs.  Understanding the differences between talk

Mirtazapine (also known as the brand name Remeron) is a tetracyclic antidepressant that’s FDA-approved for major depressive disorder (MDD). It’s also used off-label to treat a variety of other mental health conditions, like obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), generalized and social anxiety disorder, and insomnia. It’s not uncommon for someone to switch the type of antidepressant they’re on or for them to quit taking it altogether. The decision can come from many places, including unwanted side effects, not talk

Starting college is an exciting milestone for young adults, but it’s also a major life adjustment. Many college students struggle with being away from their parents at college, especially if it’s their first time living independently. Whether you’re in your first semester of college or your last, homesickness is a normal experience. It doesn’t mean you aren’t capable of adapting or succeeding — it’s simply a part of the transition.  If you’re feeling homesick, you’re not alone. Research shows that talk

It’s normal to long for your partner when you’re separated — but when anxiety becomes so intense that you can’t live your life, it might be about more than just missing them.  Separation anxiety is a type of anxiety disorder that causes high levels of fear or stress when separated from someone you care about. The anxiety can interfere with your ability to function daily or engage with others. Although it’s not as commonly talked about for adults as it talk

If not done correctly, coming off a medication like Topamax (topiramate) can significantly impact your physical and mental health. Topamax is a commonly prescribed drug approved to treat migraines and conditions like epilepsy. It can also be used off-label for things like anxiety, bipolar disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). However, the side effects of Topamax may lead some people to consider stopping. Like many medications, abruptly discontinuing Topamax can result in uncomfortable, sometimes dangerous, withdrawal symptoms, talk