ERC & Pathlight In the News

Many assume seasonal affective disorders only occur during the cold, dark winter months when in fact, summertime can also be a trigger. In this Austin American-Statesman article, Pathlight Mood & Anxiety Center Clinical Director Wendi Kozlowski shares how summertime can impact your mental health and common signs of summer seasonal affective disorder.

Dr. Elizabeth Wassenaar is featured in this Psychiatric Times article examining the comorbidity of eating disorders and addiction and the potential impact and complexity of using GLP-1 agonist medications in treatment. In the article, Dr. Wassenaar shares concerns about using GLP-1As and their impact on the eating disorder community: "GLP-1 receptor agonists work in the brain to suppress appetite and increase feelings of fullness, which is how they act for individuals who take them to manage their type 2 diabetes. We are beginning to notice patients who are vulnerable to disordered eating and/or relapse of their eating disorder following the initiation of GLP-1 receptor agonist medications."

Stress and overwhelmed? Surrounding yourself in nature and connecting to the outdoors is proven way to naturally boost your mood and improve mental health. In this First for Women article, Dr. Allison Chase shares how stress impacts the body and the benefits of spending time outside. "Spending time in nature, with more serene and slower paced stimuli, can be very calming to the nervous system, where stress and cortisol levels are impacted," said Chase.

Experts share how to spot a deeply sensitive kid (DFK) and provide tips and advice to help them thrive.

Leah Young recently shared her perspective on "euphoric recall" -- when someone recounts a negative experience in a positive light -- with HuffPost writer Ashley Broadwater. The article examines what euphoric recall is and how it happens. Young notes, “the same part of the brain that is stimulated during a pleasant experience is also activated when we’re remembering it. We can then minimize experienced consequences, exaggerate the positives and justify any associated costs." The article also provides helpful information about responding to and addressing euphoric recall.

Dr. Howard Weeks is quoted in this article by The Checkup by SingleCare which discusses how to avoid potential side effects when discontinuing Latuda. "Medications like Latuda ... do not have 'formal' withdrawal symptoms, but some people may experience some minor discomfort when reducing doses," said Weeks. The article discusses common symptoms and withdrawal timeline, how to manage withdrawal, long-term effects, and how to navigate safely discontinuing the medication.

In this informative article about Vraylar, Dr. Howard Weeks shares what happens when patients stop taking the medication / what to expect.

Mother's Day, like many holidays, can be difficult for those who have lost a mother, a mother figure, or a child. In this clip, Dr. Elizabeth Wassenaar shares tips on navigating the holiday and grief with Denver 9News.

A little stress can be good for us, but too much stress, or chronic stress, can lead to health issues like anxiety, high blood pressure and even a weakened immune system, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.