Patients may experience difficult side effects, such as fatigue, weight gain, and nausea. Lifestyle changes can help manage those symptoms—patients can exercise, maintain a healthy diet, keep a regular sleep schedule, and seek social support.
Sharing concerns about medication in therapy is important so that patients and clinicians can determine the best path forward. If one medication has not worked well, there may be other options to explore. If there are concerns around the stigma of psychiatric medication or fears of maintaining one’s sense of self, a therapist can provide clarity and support.