SEO Writer
Sarah Barness
Education
B.S. University of California, Berkeley
MFA, The New School
Sarah Barness is a professional content marketer with more than a decade of experience writing for legacy and startup brands. She's been an editor for brands like Chicken Soup for the Soul and Girl Scouts of the USA.
About our editorial policy
We are dedicated to providing you with valuable resources that educate and empower you to live better. We reference authoritative sources that provide additional value, and we also enforce a tiered review process in which at least three individuals — one or more being licensed clinical experts — review and edit each piece of content before it is published. In addition, we frequently update old content to reflect the most up-to-date information. Read more about our editorial policy today.About our expert review panel & process
Thriveworks’ own licensed mental health professionals ensure that our content is accurate and truly helpful to our readers. These professionals bring extensive experience and expertise in the mental health field, which enables them to verify the integrity of our content and improve its value via their own insights and tips. Read more about our mental health experts today.Articles written by Sarah Barness
Prozac for anxiety: Effectiveness, side effects, and risks
Medically reviewed by Kate Hanselman, PMHNP-BC
Uncomplicated bereavement & prolonged grief disorder DSM-5: Causes, symptoms, treatment
Medically reviewed by Kate Hanselman, PMHNP-BC
Mixing Prozac and alcohol: Is it a bad idea?
Medically reviewed by Armeshia Lawrence, FPMHNP-BC
Wellbutrin for ADHD: Is it as effective as stimulant-based treatments?
Medically reviewed by Kate Hanselman, PMHNP-BC
Why do I hate everyone, and what can I do to change that?
Clinically reviewed by Christine Ridley, LCSW
“I have no desire for my husband”: What to do when you drift apart from your spouse
Clinically reviewed by Theresa Lupcho, LPC
Prozac vs. Lexapro: Which is best for me?
Violent dreams meaning: Why are my dreams so violent?
Clinically reviewed by Emily Simonian, M.A., LMFT
Alcohol use disorder: Causes, symptoms, and treatments
Clinically reviewed by Whitney McSparran, LPCCMedically reviewed by Elizabeth Fiser, PMHNP
Signs your antidepressant dose is too low or high — plus when to talk with your provider about adjusting your prescription
Medically reviewed by Tamiqua Jackson, PMHNP
Can I be in love but not sexually attracted to someone?
Clinically reviewed by Heidi Faust, LCSW
