In 2021 we uncovered some paradoxical effects of medications, including meds that can both cause and treat OCD (antipsychotics), depression (benzodiazepines and antidepressants), and cognitive problems (stimulants and anti-dementia medications).

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Published On: 01/03/2022

Duration: 16 minutes, 0 seconds

Referenced Articles: 

“Stimulants and Creativity,”The Carlat Psychiatry Report, February 2021

“Brexpiprazole Ineffective in Mania,” The Carlat Psychiatry Report, October 2021

“The Schizophrenia-OCD Overlap,” The Carlat Psychiatry Report, October 2021

Chris Aiken, MD, and Kellie Newsome, PMHNP, have disclosed no relevant financial or other interests in any commercial companies pertaining to this educational activity.