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Is Medication Better than Therapy?

When it comes to your mental health, medication and therapy are not mutually exclusive. In fact, therapists encourage patients taking psychotropic medications to continue with therapy treatment. While prescribed medication can improve patient function, in truth, these pills only treat the symptoms of mental health conditions. Medication cannot correct past trauma or longstanding behavioral patterns, many of the main causes of mental health conditions. Therapy addresses these deeper scars, while medication curbs any pressing symptoms. Psychiatrists like Helene Anne Miller of Family Psychiatry and Therapy know that to gain the long term benefits of psychiatry, a patient must not just take medication, but must also engage in therapy to investigate and amend the psyche’s deeply rooted issues.

The information provided in this blog is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. The content does not establish a doctor-patient relationship, nor should it be used as a substitute for professional diagnosis or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before making any decisions regarding your health. Family Psychiatry and Therapy (FPT), and Helene A. Miller, MD, make no representations regarding the accuracy, completeness, or suitability of the information contained in this post. If you have a medical emergency, please contact 911 or visit your nearest emergency room.


Helene A. Miller / And Other Providers

Family Psychiatry and Therapy brings compassion, understanding, and skilled care to patients throughout New Jersey. Our team of mental health professionals focuses on providing a positive and uplifting experience that aids our patients in facing life’s toughest challenges.

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