@michaelzifframd.bsky.social
Physician in Chicago - Psychiatrist specializing in anxiety disorders. Pro-science, pro-evidence-based medicine. All opinions expressed are my own and not those of my employer.
New in my Substack: Timely advice on how to have healthy conversations on sensitive political topics with friends and family who hold differing viewpoints. Knowing how to have calm, respectful dialogues may even strengthen your relationships.
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New in my Substack: I explore the hazards of doomscrolling and excessive news consumption. I discuss why we do it, why it is counterproductive, and what we can do to change our habits.
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Excerpts from my recent piece on Substack (โIs RFK Jr. Going to Take Away Your Antidepressants?โ).
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Worried that HHS Secretary RFK Jr may move to restrict use of antidepressants? I explain interventions to reduce your anxiety and avoid catastrophizing.
Tuesday at the Tower. This morning's start in Chicago's River North.
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If you are taking antidepressants or other medications for mental health conditions, and you are worried about the possibility of their use being restricted, I offer some guidance on how to reduce your anxiety
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New in my Substack: HHS Secretary RFK Jr has made many provocative, misleading statements about antidepressants, leading to some worrying that he may push to restrict their use. While we should have some concern, I argue that we should not necessarily panic either.
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Chicago Means Green. Yesterday on the Chicago River for St. Patrick's Day.
16.03.2025 19:06 โ ๐ 273 ๐ 40 ๐ฌ 3 ๐ 5Thank you, I appreciate it! Stay tuned for more!
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New in my Substack: Some mental health experts are advising that people cut ties with family members who hold differing political views. I explain why this advice is misguided and counterproductive, and I offer some healthier approaches to this situation.
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Are you experiencing feelings of hopelessness and dread about American politics? Do you know someone who is?
Check out my latest piece on my Substack for my thoughts on how to effectively manage these feelings .
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A new post on my Substack:
More thoughts on how we can manage our #anxiety in these chaotic times.
#psychiatry #mentalhealth
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