Commonly Prescribed Medications

Benzodiazepines, often referred to as “benzos” for short, are a prescription medication used as a sedative or tranquilizer. They first came into use in the 1960s, when the most well-known benzo—diazepam (brand name Valium)—was introduced to the market, along with some...

If you or a loved one suffers from depression, it's helpful to know about serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs). These antidepressants emerged in the mid 1990s, and are often a next step for people who don't have much success with selective...

If you or a loved one suffer from depression or an anxiety disorder and are curious about selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), we've compiled some basic information about them here. Only your psychiatrist can work with you to determine whether SSRIs are...