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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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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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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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Will my child inherit my mental health condition?

If you’re living with a mental health diagnosis, you may have wondered about whether your children will inherit your condition. Dr. Betterly explains that when it comes to psychiatric disorders, inheritance isn’t so straightforward.

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Why does my anxiety feel worse at night?

Many people living with anxiety find that their worries feel more overwhelming in the evening or around bedtime. Dr. Betterly shares five reasons why anxiety may be keeping you up at night.

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Which medications are used to treat Generalized Anxiety Disorder?

If you’re struggling with Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), you may be wondering about what medication options are available. Dr. Betterly provides an overview of GAD and the medications used to treat it.

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Caffeine and Mental Health: Spilling the Beans

Despite how commonplace coffee drinking has become in our society, it may still come as a surprise that caffeine is the most widely consumed psychoactive substance in the world. Dr. Betterly spills the beans on how your coffee habit could be impacting your mental health.

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Why isn’t my antidepressant working?

You’ve started an antidepressant medication- but nothing seems to be happening. Dr. Betterly shares some common reasons why you may not be seeing the results you’re hoping for.

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How Your Thyroid Could Be Hurting Your Mental Health

You may be familiar with the thyroid’s role in metabolism- but did you know that it can also impact your mental health? Dr. Betterly explains why your thyroid could be to blame for common mental health challenges.

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Tax Anxiety, or Something More Serious?

Tax filing season can bring up feelings of anxiety, distress, and dread- but when does tax anxiety become something more serious? Dr. Betterly shares some signs that your tax anxiety could be representative of an underlying mental health condition.

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How do I know if my antidepressant is working?

How do I know if my antidepressant is working? Dr. Betterly shares some common signs that your antidepressant is actually doing what it is supposed to be doing.

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Is my antidepressant causing weight gain?

Is my antidepressant causing weight gain? Dr. Holly Betterly, board-certified psychiatrist in Weston, FL, weighs in on the complex relationship between depression, antidepressants, and weight.

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The Mental Health Benefits of Pilates

Dr. Betterly shares some of the ways that pilates can benefit your mental health.