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The Emerging Role of Low Dose Naltrexone in Integrative Psychiatry
In integrative psychiatry, we often address complex mental health issues stemming from various sources of inflammation, such as diet,...


Integrative Psychiatry Supplement Spotlight: L-Theanine
While it may seem straightforward, integrative or holistic psychiatry can actually cover a pretty large spectrum. On one end of the...


A Bridge Between Psychiatry and Dentistry: Mouth Taping and the Vagus Nerve
In the realm of integrative psychiatry, we pay attention to the connection of our physical and mental well-being. Oral health, often...


Unraveling the Benefits of Ketamine Therapy Beyond Depression: A Focus on Rumination and the DMN
At Driftless Integrative Psychiatry, we're continually exploring innovative treatments. While ketamine's benefits for treatment-resistant...


Mast Cells, Gut Function, and Autism: The Digestive Puzzle
At our clinic, it is common for individuals with autism to also present with concurrent gut issues. While this article is not focusing...


Targeting Microglia and Mitochondria for Effective Chronic TBI Treatment
Traumatic brain injuries (TBI) lead to a cascade of cellular disruptions and physiological changes, with the microglia and mitochondria...


Natural Treatments for Psychosis: From Omega-3s to Probiotics and CBD
Schizophrenia is a complex psychiatric disorder with multiple contributing factors, including genetics, environment, brain chemistry, and...


Lyme Disease and its Connection with Mental Health
Lyme borreliosis, commonly known as Lyme disease, is a tick-borne illness caused by the Borrelia burgdorferi bacterium. While its most...


Understanding hsCRP and how it impacts mental health
Understanding hsCRP and How It Impacts Mental Health Elevated levels of hsCRP not only signal potential cardiovascular risks but also...


PCOS: A Comprehensive Guide for the Integrative Psychiatrist
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a common endocrine disorder affecting women of reproductive age. For the integrative psychiatrist,...


Balancing the Masculine with the Feminine in Medicine: A Vital Path to Addressing Physician Burnout
The alarming rates of physician burnout have stirred deep reflections on the foundational ethos of the medical profession. Historically,...

Thyroid and Mental Health: A Deep-Dive from an Integrative Psychiatry Viewpoint
Have you ever wondered why we feel the way we do? If you've been feeling mentally off lately, the answer might not be in your head, but...


An Integrative Approach to Sexual Side Effects in Psychiatry
At Driftless Integrative Psychiatry, it's not uncommon for patients to bring up sexual concerns. These subjects, often viewed as taboo,...

The Intersection of Ketamine, Microglia, and the Kynurenine Pathway
In today's post, I dive into the literature to learn more about the connection between microglia, ketamine, and the kynurenine pathway. ...

The Best Guide to Omega 3 Fatty Acids for Mental Health
Welcome to Driftless Integrative Psychiatry's comprehensive guide to the power of Omega-3 fatty acids. Omega-3 fatty acids, particularly...


What Sets Ketamine Apart from Other Psychedelics
The frontier of mental health treatment is ever-evolving, with ketamine therapy emerging as a unique, potent, and legal therapeutic...

Harnessing Light for Brain Health: A Guide to Transcranial Photobiomodulation
As an integrative psychiatrist, I continually explore the convergence of traditional psychiatric methodologies and innovative therapies....


Slow Medicine
My intention with sharing my path in medicine is multifold. I wish to demystify the monolithic perception of the medical profession,...


The Future of Psychiatry: Group Ketamine Therapy and Psychedelic Therapy for Healthcare Burnout
The landscape of psychiatry is continuously evolving, with group ketamine therapy and psychedelic therapies emerging as potential...


Unlocking Synergy: Ketamine Therapy and Holistic Healing in Integrative Psychiatry
In the realm of integrative psychiatry, combining various therapeutic modalities can often yield synergistic effects, addressing mental...
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