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Tips to Help Someone Going Through ADHD Treatment

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If a family member starts numerous projects that he or she never finishes, seems to move from one job to the next and experiences frequent bouts of absentmindedness, he or she could have attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder is frequently misunderstood, which is why when friends and family members try to support their…

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Ways to Support Someone With Depression

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According to the most recent information from Our World in Data, which was collected in 2017, depression affects 264 million people around the globe. Depression causes a tremendous amount of pain for the sufferer as well as his or her loved ones. Many times, while in the throes of depression, the sufferer finds it difficult to see…

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How Does Telehealth ADHD Testing Work?

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What is ADHD testing? Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD, is a pattern of inattention that impairs your ability to function. It can negatively affect your performance at work, school, and even home. So how do you know if you have it? At Harmony Bay Wellness, we offer ADHD testing using Brain Train IVA-2 that…

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Postpartum Depression

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What is postpartum depression? Having a baby can be an exciting time. However, as exciting as the journey may be, it can also be difficult for some mothers. Between physical, hormonal, and emotional changes, and learning how to care for a new baby, it’s normal to experience some changes along the way. Your life is…

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PTSD Awareness Month

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There are approximately 8 million people in the United States that are suffering from PTSD. Many people who have PTSD deal with it in silence, but it doesn’t have to be that way. This type of mental health condition is more common than you think. Approximately 7-8% of the United States population will have PTSD…

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What to Expect from a Mental Evaluation

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A mental evaluation, which is also referred to as a mental health evaluation, psychiatric diagnostic evaluation or a psych eval, helps medical professionals determine an individual’s mental state. These psych evals are vital because their results ensure the patient receives the best treatment for the mental health issue that he or she is experiencing. A…

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What Does a Bipolar Specialist Do?

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A psychiatrist is a medical doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating a variety of mental health disorders. A bipolar specialist is a psychiatrist who chooses to focus on the diagnosis and treatment of bipolar disorders (aka bipolar affective disorder or manic depression). To become a bipolar specialist, the psychiatrist must complete additional training that…

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The Power of a Support System

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The Power of a Support System When facing mental health issues, you may feel like you’re all alone – but that doesn’t mean you have to go through mental health treatment alone. If you are going through depression treatment, anxiety treatment, family therapy, individual therapy, relationship counseling, or any type of mental health treatment in…

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Care for the Caregivers: Mental Health Treatment for Healthcare Professionals

Care for the caregivers: mental health treatment for healthcare professionals Just like everyone else, healthcare professionals need somewhere to turn when life gets a little tricky. Being in the healthcare field doesn’t mean they have it all figured out. A number of things can take a toll on our mental health including stress at home,…

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Psychiatry vs. Therapy

What is the difference between psychiatry and therapy? Psychiatry and therapy both focus on treating mental health disorders and helping people become the best versions of themselves. However, they do so in different ways. The biggest difference is that psychiatrists are able to prescribe medications and medical treatments to help treat mental health disorders while…

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