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TMS is a term that is becoming increasingly more popular. Transcranial magnetic stimulation, or TMS, is a method of non-invasive brain stimulation used to treat depression. If you suffer from Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) and have tried multiple antidepressant medications with no sign of relief, TMS therapy might be a good fit for you. What…
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Bipolar disorder treatment Bipolar disorder is a mental illness that causes noticeable shifts in energy, mood, activity, and concentration. In the past, it was known as manic-depressive illness or manic depression because moods can go back and forth between the two. When feeling your best, you may experience mania or hypomania that results in tons…
DetailsDialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) is a type of therapy that helps people develop new skills in order to manage intense emotions and decrease conflict. There is a strong connection between how emotions affect interpersonal relationships and DBT works to create harmony between the two. DBT focuses on addressing and improving upon four key areas: 1.…
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Group therapy can be a great way to get therapy while surrounded by encouraging group members who have similar experiences to yours. Group members have the chance to support one another, learn from each other, and offer guidance through shared experiences. It also breaks down the walls of isolation that you may be feeling due…
DetailsWhat is cognitive behavioral therapy? Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a common type of therapy. It helps you learn how to identify and change negative thoughts that impact your behavior and emotions. By identifying these negative thoughts, you’ll be able to see difficult situations in a different light and respond to them in a more…
DetailsWhat 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…
DetailsBenefits of an Experienced LGBTQ Therapist Therapy is meant to be a safe space where you are free to express yourself and your feelings with no judgment. By having a therapist that is in your corner and can relate to experiences you are going through, it will help with your development and have positive results…
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It is inevitable that everyone will experience struggles as they move through life. Although depression is a normal response to challenging situations, some people find it difficult to move past these feelings of darkness on their own. Since depression can negatively affect numerous aspects of an individual’s life, regaining normalcy as soon as possible is…
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Although general practitioners can prescribe antidepressants, these medical professionals lack the additional training that a psychiatrist for depression has. Therefore, when an individual’s doctor suspects that he or she is experiencing depression, the physician should give the patient a referral to make an appointment with a psychiatrist. The Benefits of Receiving Treatment from a Psychiatrist for Depression The…
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Feeling isolated? 5 tips to care for your mental health Over the last year, more and more people have become isolated. Where isolation may have started due to the pandemic, it’s possible that it’s still taking place, whether you want it to or not. Physical isolation can lead to feelings of loneliness that can turn…
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Sex. It can be for love and intimacy, procreation or pleasure. But sometimes, the strive for pleasure can go too far. Sex addiction is a disorder where someone has an unhealthy obsession with sex. This can include seeking, participating in, or watching sexual activities. Similar to other types of addiction such as drugs and alcohol,…
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Do you tend to see the glass as half full or half empty? Are you always thinking of the best case scenario or on the other hand, the worst case scenario? If you chose the latter of the two in each question then you may think it’s nearly impossible to stay optimistic when life throws…
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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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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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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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