“Making the Most of My Mental Health Medications With the GeneSight Test”

Summary: Pageant winner Madeline Bohlman always looked confident on stage, but behind her dazzling smile, she was secretly battling ADHD, anxiety, and depression. By college, she felt so trapped in her own mind that she couldn't even get out of bed.

After years of taking medications that didn't quite work, her doctor suggested the GeneSight test. This simple cheek swab looks at your DNA to figure out exactly how your body will react to different mental health medicines. Madeline was shocked to learn that genetics can change how well a pill works! By matching her medication to her DNA, she finally found relief and felt like herself again. Today, she uses her crown to advocate for personalized mental health care, proving that you don't have to play guessing games with your treatment.

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