Have you used psychiatric medication to treat anxiety, depression, or something else, and desired to taper off of the medications for various reasons? Have you heard of physicians recommendations for tapering off safely?

These sources discuss different facets of mental health treatment and experiences. One source focuses on a memoir detailing a person's journey away from traditional psychiatric care after years of medication and therapy. Other texts explore current and developing treatment approaches, such as brain surgery for OCD, new medications for schizophrenia, and the use of brain implants and psychedelic drugs for various conditions. Additionally, some sources address the challenges and side effects associated with psychotropic medications and highlight the importance of careful tapering when discontinuing them, while another provides data on prevalence of substance use and mental health disorders and treatment seeking. Finally, one source advocates for a holistic approach that integrates both conventional and alternative therapies for overall well-being.