087: CARLY’S FAVORITE: The Dark Side of Antidepressants, Soaring Suicide Rates in The US, + A New Approach to Mental Health with Dr. Ellen Vora, MD

1 in 10 Americans are on antidepressants, that's a 400% increase in the last 20 years.  In this episode, I talk to Dr. Ellen Vora about a new approach to mental health. We discuss how to manage anxiety, true informed consent for antidepressants, as well as her take on the rising suicide rates in the United States. If you are triggered by discussions around anxiety, depression, psychiatric medication, or suicide, this episode may not be for you.  If you are experiencing suicidal thoughts, please call 1(800)273-TALK for support. Highlights  8:02 What is anxiety and how does it manifest for different people 16:47 Dr. Vora’s new approach to mental health treatment and helping people create a balanced life 21:57 Where to start with lifestyle changes if you’re struggling with anxiety or depression 34:22 Why Dr. Nora tries to avoid antidepressants in her approach to treating depression 52:00 Dr. Vora’s perspective on why suicide is on the rise in the United States Guest: Dr. Ellen Vora Resources We Mention:  @ellenvoramd on Instagram Ellenvora.com Related Episodes:  Podcast 061: Health Beyond Food: Detox, Sauna, Sleep and Addressing Childhood Trauma with Dr. Tyler Jean Podcast 057: The Psychedelic Renaissance: How MDMA & Psilocybin Are Changing Mental Health Treatment with Ronan Levy of Field Trip Health Podcast 038: 7 Life-Changing Lessons I Learned from My Healing Journey Health Resources Healing Hashimoto’s Course Thyroid Lab Guide + Tracker (free)  Recommended Non-Toxic Products Connect With Carly: CarlyJohnsonBrawner.com Instagram: @carlyjohnsonbrawner Sponsors: Organifi (Use code Carly for 20% off) BiOptimize: Magnesium Breakthrough (use code Carly10 for 10% off) Complete Show Notes Here