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Better Together is an educational blog featuring timely topics in psychiatry and answers to common mental health questions.

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Holly Betterly, MD | Board-Certified Psychiatrist

Dr. Holly Betterly is a board-certified psychiatrist in Weston, Florida. She is dedicated to helping her patients overcome depression, anxiety, and OCD.

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Medications for Relationship OCD (R-OCD)

Relationship OCD can cause persistent, intrusive, distressing doubts and uncertainty about one’s relationships or romantic partner. Dr. Betterly reviews what it looks like, how it’s diagnosed, and what treatments are available.

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Feeling Hesitant About Starting OCD Medication?

If you’re living with OCD and considering the possibility of starting medication, it’s extremely common to experience feelings of hesitancy and uncertainty. Dr. Betterly reviews common concerns and tips for making an informed decision that’s driven by choice rather than fear.

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What is Hit and Run OCD? Symptoms & Treatment

Find yourself retracing your route every time you run over a bump in the road, wondering if you’ve hit a pedestrian? Dr. Betterly explains Hit and Run OCD, reviewing common symptoms, effective treatment options, and how to get connected with care.

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Public Speaking Anxiety in College Students

Dr. Betterly explains public speaking anxiety- what it looks like, how it can impact your college performance, and when to consider seeking professional support.

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How does OCD affect college students?

Dr. Betterly sheds light on OCD in college students, explaining how symptoms may impact academic performance.

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College Mental Health by the Numbers

Dr. Betterly provides an overview of college mental health by the numbers with a review of the recent statistical data surrounding stress and psychiatric disorders in college students.

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Compulsive Googling and OCD

Dr. Betterly provides an overview of Compulsive Googling, a common compulsion seen in Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD).

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Taking on the “depression room”

When living with depression, it’s not uncommon to find yourself surrounded by piles of laundry, dirty dishes, and clutter on every surface- what some refer to as a “depression room”. Dr. Betterly explains why depression rooms develop, and how to tackle them.

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How does depression impact our physical health?

While we often think of depression in terms of symptoms that impact us in the here and now, research shows that depression may also have long-term health consequences. Dr. Betterly provides insight into how depression can affect our physical health.

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