The Downfalls of Serotonin & SSRIs - Treating Depression Wrong?

The serotonin hypothesis simply doesn’t hold up. SSRIs don’t always work and have lots of potential side effects. When are they useful and when are they harmful? 💛 Visit Dr. Kaveh’s psychedelic medicine clinic in California - 🔵 Ask your personalized questions on VideoMD: ⭕ Book Dr. Kaveh to Speak on the 6:1 ROI of Mental Health: In this video, we’re going to be discussing the downsides of serotonin and SSRIs and viewed through the lens of the serotonin hypothesis. We’re going to discuss the potential side effects of these drugs, as well as how they can negatively affect mental health. If you’re struggling with depression or anxiety, this video is for you. We’re going to discuss the potential root causes of these mental health issues, and how to treat them. We’ll also discuss the dangers of taking SSRIs and serotonin-based drugs, and the best ways to treat depression and anxiety without resorting to medication. I reference the Nature 2022 article here: