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Breastfeeding Basics From a Reproductive Psychiatrist
A relative infant dose of less than 10% is typically regarded as acceptable when it comes to breastfeeding while on medication.
Jamie Sorenson
Dec 12, 20252 min read


Medication Side Effects: “Is this a deal breaker for you?
One of my favorite questions to ask patients when discussing medication side effects is, ”is this a deal breaker for you?"
Jamie Sorenson
Nov 28, 20252 min read


Dopamine: The "feel-good" chemical
Engaging in activities such as singing and dancing, in particular, has been shown to be an excellent way to stimulate the release of dopamine in the brain.
Jamie Sorenson
Nov 28, 20252 min read


Diet Coke Solution
Diet Coke Solution I’m not saying that topiramate is indicated to reduce soda consumption, but it would certainly be interesting to...
Jamie Sorenson
Oct 5, 20252 min read


Complicated Feelings around the Death of Charlie Kirk
I'm experiencing complicated feelings around the death of Charlie Kirk. Here’s what I have to say. I have a deep respect for gun owners and acknowledge the rights that come with responsible ownership. However, I firmly believe that there can be reasonable limits placed on this ownership that will not significantly impact your daily life or your enjoyment of your rights.
Jamie Sorenson
Sep 12, 20252 min read


Sleep Apnea is no Joke
When left untreated, it can significantly elevate your risk for severe cardiovascular events such as heart attacks and strokes.
Jamie Sorenson
Aug 24, 20252 min read


Postpartum OCD: The good, bad and ugly
Cleaning is the fun part of OCD for me, the part that stinks is having intrusive thoughts that make you feel like a horrible person.
Jamie Sorenson
May 4, 20251 min read


Do you hoard?
Psychiatrist: "Do you hoard?"
Patient: disheartened stare, followed by a deep sigh, then says "I have a few collections, but..."
Jamie Sorenson
May 4, 20251 min read


Can you use cannabis during pregnancy?
here is no data to support that edible marijuana, cannabis or weed are safe to use in pregnancy, yet many women are using it to manage nausea, anxiety, and insomnia during pregnancy.
Jamie Sorenson
May 4, 20252 min read


Setting Boundaries Postpartum
The truth is that protecting my peace is the glue that held me together postpartum.
Jamie Sorenson
Apr 26, 20251 min read


SSRIs do not increase the risk of miscarriage
SSRIs do not increase the risk of miscarriage. Depression does increase the risk of miscarriage.
Jamie Sorenson
Apr 26, 20251 min read


Do you get a ton of UTIs? Interstitial Cystitis or Bladder Pain Syndrome
Do you get so many UTIs? Like so many that your doctor is giving you funny looks?
Jamie Sorenson
Mar 9, 20251 min read


Sertraline and Psychiatry
Sertraline or Zoloft is kind of a favorite medication of mine (and most psychiatrists).
Jamie Sorenson
Mar 9, 20252 min read


"Sensations of the Heart" or QT prolongation?
The sensations of the heart could be an arrhythmia from QT prolongation.
Jamie Sorenson
Dec 26, 20241 min read


Why do I have to take medication everyday? I want to take my medication as needed!
I’d prefer prn meds and not having to take a medication everyday too.
Jamie Sorenson
Dec 26, 20242 min read
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