Prescriptions

**MEDICATION**: New study reveals surge in mental health medication prescriptions since pandemic

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Portland, Oregon – The COVID-19 pandemic served as a turning point for Tamalyn Paredes, a 43-year-old addiction counselor working at a methadone clinic. Previously residing in California, she found herself struggling with her mental health while working in a challenging environment. Paredes, who has battled depression and suicidal thoughts for years, faced additional hardships following a surgery that worsened her condition in 2019. In her quest for prioritizing her mental well-being, Paredes made the decision …

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Mental Health Crisis: Shocking Rise in Antidepressant Prescriptions Among Young People Post-Pandemic

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Ann Arbor, Michigan – A recent study has highlighted the concerning increase in the prescription of antidepressants to young people, particularly amid the challenges posed by the Covid-19 pandemic. The study, published in the journal Pediatrics, reveals a significant spike in the dispensing rate of antidepressants among individuals aged 12 to 25 in the United States following the outbreak of the pandemic in March 2020. According to the study’s findings, there was a notable disparity …

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