Lemon Balm
Improves sleep quality [2] and mild depression, anxiety, stress symptoms [2-3]
Elderly-Preferred
Donepezil
[Aricept] First-line for all stages of Alzheimers (and Lew-Body, Parkinsons dementia). Possibly OCD, alcohol use, bipolar depression [3].
Memantine
[Namenda] Trichotillomania [1]. First-line for mod-severe Alzheimers (and Lew-Body, Parkinsons dementia). Possibly OCD, alcohol use, bipolar depression [3], autism [2].
Dawn-Simulator
Improves morning fatigue and depression, particularly in winter. Can pair with lightbox for depression. Ideal for shift workers and night owls.
Lightbox
Very effective and well tolerated for depression regardless of season (also for bipolar, PTSD, bulimia, shift work)
ECT
First-line for severe psychotic depression. In other cases of TRD, may prefer over TMS if severe. Also works for bipolar depression.
TMS
One of the most effective therapies for TRD. Well tolerated, improves cognition and neuroplasticity.
Magnesium
Improves sleep (with melatonin), bruxism, and essential for liver health in alcohol use disorder.