"It may establish an unattainable ideal, and I think that the more we get comfortable with who we are, the less that becomes an issue," psychotherapist Stephanie Sarkis previously told USA TODAY
Combat this with proven stress-relief techniques like mindfulness meditation, yoga, or even a quick daily walk
Combined with common side effects like nausea or diarrhea, this can lead to dehydration
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Typically, healthcare providers prescribe a low starting dose of 2.5 mg before gradually increasing by 2.5 mg every four weeks until you reach a maintenance dose (5 mg, 10 mg, or 15 mg) thats effective for you
Contrave is not a controlled substance and can be used indefinitely when effective