As the owner of a writing and consulting company called Simplicity of Health, Brittany has experience in program development, behavioral health, pediatrics, and telehealth. She has written over 350 patient-facing articles and medically reviewed countless other pieces of content.
Her media presence includes publishing five books, lecturing at 20+ OT/OTA programs, and being quoted as a health expert by NBC News, WebMD, CNN, and other outlets.
Education
Saybrook University
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Integrative Mental Health 2018 - 2021
Quinnipiac University
Master's degree, Occupational Therapy 2014 - 2016
Articles worked on by Dr. Brittany Ferri
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Dementia is an increasingly common mental health disorder, with Alzheimer’s disease being the most common type of the condition [1]....
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Schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorders both belong to a group of mental illnesses known as ‘psychotic disorders’.[1] Psychotic disorders are characterized...
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A narcissist is someone who has a very high opinion of themselves and has very little ability to empathize with...
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Pseudodementia is a term that refers to psychiatric symptoms that mirror the cognitive decline seen in cases of dementia. The...
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Dementia is the name of a group of neurodegenerative disorders, of which Alzheimer’s disease is the most common type, that can...
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Borderline personality disorder is a mental health condition associated with a lack of emotion control and a tendency to see...
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Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is a mental health condition that often causes emotional instability and difficulties within interpersonal relationships. Many...
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Bipolar disorder is a mental illness in which the usual ups and downs of emotional states are extremely exaggerated. People...
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Pipotiazine palmitate, commonly known as Piportil Depot, is an antipsychotic medication, classified as a phenothiazine, that was primarily used to...
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Primidone, commonly known as Mysoline, is a barbiturate anticonvulsant medication, primarily used to treat epileptic seizures. It is important to...
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Pimozide, commonly known as Orap, is a first-generation antipsychotic medication, primarily used in the treatment of Tourette’s disorder. It is...
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Complex post-traumatic stress disorder, often shortened to complex PTSD, CPTSD or c-PTSD, is a mental health condition that can develop...
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Validation therapy was designed by Naomi Feil, a social worker who primarily worked with older adults. She specifically designed this...
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Sleep disorders are a collection of medical conditions that impact the quality, quantity, and length of sleep. They can cause...
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Postpartum depression is a type of depression that affects parents within the first year following pregnancy. Symptoms can vary from...
Quetiapine, commonly known as Seroquel, is an atypical antipsychotic medication, used in the treatment of several mental health conditions, such...
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Clomipramine, commonly known as Anafranil, is a tricyclic antidepressant medication, primarily used in the treatment of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). It...
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A personality disorder is a mental health condition categorized by an inability to tolerate stressful and emotionally challenging situations, causing...
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Narcolepsy is a sleep disorder in which people experience uncontrollable sleep attacks. It is treated primarily with medication as well...
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Cognitive behavioral therapy, shortened to CBT, is a common type of talking therapy that focuses on the patterns of your...
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When it comes to dealing with mental health issues, therapy is an effective way to promote recovery. One of the...
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Temazepam is a benzodiazepine medication, primarily used for short-term treatment of insomnia. This medication should be used exactly as prescribed,...
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Calcium carbimide, also known as Temposil, is a prescription medication used in treating alcohol use disorders. Use this medication only...
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Delirium is the acute onset and temporary disturbances to a person's consciousness, attention and awareness, often resulting in a debilitating...
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Trimipramine, commonly known as Surmontil, is a tricyclic antidepressant medication used to treat depressive disorders in adults. Follow all precautions...
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Trihexyphenidyl, commonly known as Artane, is a prescription-only medication used to treat symptoms associated with Parkinson's disease. Use this medication...
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Trifluoperazine is a phenothiazine that is used to treat schizophrenia and anxiety. It is not approved for the treatment of...
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Thiothixene, commonly known as Navane, is an antipsychotic medication used to treat delusions and hallucinations associated with schizophrenia. There are...
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Zuclopenthixol is an antipsychotic drug used to treat schizophrenia. It is important to take this medication exactly as prescribed, and...
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Vascular neurocognitive disorder, more commonly called vascular dementia, is a form of dementia that occurs when there is a lack...
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Dementia is an umbrella term used to describe a decline in mental function. It can affect memory, language, problem-solving, judgment,...
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Benztropine, sometimes known as benzatropine outside of the US, is an FDA-approved therapy for treating all forms of parkinsonism. You...
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Carbamazepine is an anticonvulsant medication and mood stabilizer, typically used to treat epilepsy, seizure disorders, and occasionally Bipolar Disorder. It...
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Maprotiline is a tetracyclic antidepressant that is primarily used to treat depressive disorders. This medication must be taken as prescribed...
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Chlordiazepoxide, also known as Librium, is a long-acting benzodiazepine, primarily used in the treatment of anxiety disorders. This medication should...
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Chlorpromazine is an antipsychotic medication, typically used in the treatment of schizophrenia, mania, and acute psychosis. It is important to...
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Fluoxetine is an antidepressant medication commonly sold under the brand name Prozac that’s useful in treating mood disorders, bulimia nervosa,...
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Nortriptyline, commonly known as Pamelor, is a tricyclic antidepressant available only through prescription. Medical monitoring is needed while taking this...
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Tranylcypromine, commonly known as Parnate, is an antidepressant medication classified as a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) that is used to...
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Lithium carbonate is an antimanic medication, typically used as a mood stabilizer and for acute mania in people with bipolar...
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Hallucinogen use disorder is the persistent and strong urge to use drugs that cause sensory perception distortion despite experiencing damaging...
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Tourette syndrome, also known as tourette’s, is a nervous system condition in which a person has tics.[1] These tics can...
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Shared psychotic disorder is a rare condition in which two or more people who are in a relationship share a...
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Separation anxiety disorder is a common anxiety disorder in which children have exaggerated fear and worry when separating from a...
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Nicotine use disorder is the urge to continue taking nicotine through the lungs, usually through smoking tobacco products. Any amount...
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Cyclothymic disorder, also known as Cyclothymia, is a mild mood disorder with no specific known cause. Although less severe, symptoms...
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Desipramine is a prescription tricyclic anti-depressant used to treat depression. Always consult your doctor or healthcare provider before using it...
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Dextroamphetamine is a stimulant used to treat Attention-deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy. Always consult your doctor or healthcare provider before...
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Autism Spectrum Disorder is a developmental disability [1] that causes differences in the way the brain works. Individuals with autism...
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Divalproex Sodium, commonly sold under the brand name Depakote, is an anticonvulsant medication used to treat epilepsy, mood disorders, and...
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Adjustment disorder is a mental health issue that can occur after a stressful life event. Symptoms can vary depending on...
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Diphenhydramine is a first-generation antihistamine used for symptoms of allergies and colds, such as sneezing, runny nose, or skin rash....
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Disulfiram, commonly sold under the brand name Antabuse, is a medication used in the treatment of alcohol use disorder and...
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Alcohol use disorder (AUD) occurs when an individual drinks often and in large enough quantities for their body to become...