Brainwaves
Discover the latest mental health insights and perspectives from the official blog of Intempo Psychiatry

Psychedelic Safety: What You Need to Know Before Taking the Trip
The general belief has been that psychedelics are safe, but the real question is: safe for whom? Dive in with us as a we review a recent publication looking into potential risks of psychedelics.

Psilocybin Microdosing 101
Microdosing is all the rave. Anecdotally, many report the benefits for creativity, productivity, and over wellness. There is also emerging evidence suggesting its potential for treatment of psychiatric illnesses. In this post, we dive deeper into the science behind psilocybin microdosing including a discussion of various protocols and future potential of this practice.

New Year’s Resolutions: Helpful or Overrated?
New Year’s resolutions are ubiquitous. But are they actually helpful? In this post, we’ll address this question and explore more sustainable ways to achieve goals throughout the year.

Holiday Stress: How to Navigate “The Most Wonderful Time of the Year”
For many, the holidays are anything but joyful. In this post, we explore common causes of holiday stress and how to navigate them.

When Trauma Lingers: Unpacking the Reality of PTSD
Did you know that PTSD is something that can impact everyone, not just combat veterans. In our latest blog post, we do a deeper dive into a commonly missed diagnosis and discuss how it can be identified and managed.

The Misunderstood Diagnosis: What OCD Really Means
You or someone you know has probably used the phrase, “that’s so OCD,” to describe someone that’s meticulous, organized, and neat. But what does OCD truly mean and how does it actually impact people? Read more in the latest Brainwaves Blog post, brought to you by Intempo Psychiatry.

It’s Not “Just Anxiety”: Understanding Generalized Anxiety Disorder
Anxiety is something we all experience, but how does it compare to generalized anxiety disorder and when should you seek help? Read more in the latest Brainwaves Blog post, brought to you by Intempo Psychiatry.

Decoding Depression: Signs, Symptoms, and Solutions
Major Depressive Disorder is one of the more common disorders in psychiatry. Ever wonder how it differs from the low moods we all experience from time to time and when it might be a good idea to consult a mental health professional? Read more in the latest Brainwaves Blog post, brought to you by Intempo Psychiatry.

Winter Blues: How to Navigate Seasonal Affective Disorder
This week’s “Brain Blast” explores seasonal affective disorder (SAD). Many people experience a subtle dip in their mood in the fall and winter months, but for some, this dip is more profound and mirrors symptoms of major depressive disorder.

Mental Health and Physical Health: Should there be a Distinction?
This week’s “Brain Blast” explores the distinctions between mental illness and medical illness. Oftentimes, mental illnesses get siloed off into their own category which contributes to stigma and hesitancy to engage in care.
