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Check out our mental health blog for expert resources and strategies on a variety of mental health and wellness topics.
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What Are the Benefits of a PHP & IOP Program?
Deciding on the right treatment for your mental health can be challenging. Learn more about the benefits of intensive outpatient therapy and partial hospitalization therapy to see if they could help you manage your mental health. PHP provides a higher le...
March 18, 2024
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15 Ways to Help a Friend with Depression
Depression is an incredibly vast, challenging, and pervasive mental health condition that affects millions of individuals worldwide. When someone you care about is struggling with depression, it can be difficult to know how to help. However, your support ...
October 10, 2023
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Supporting Someone After A Suicide Attempt
Warning: This article deals with the sensitive topic of suicide. If you (or someone you know) need support, call the toll-free, 24/7 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988. You can also text HOME to 741741 for free, which offers 24/7 support from the...
September 19, 2023
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Depression in Women
Depression is one of the top presenting mental illnesses in women’s health, affecting millions of women each year. Depression is classified as a mood disorder, often presenting as a lack of energy, increased sadness, and feelings of hopelessness. As with ...
August 23, 2023
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Dealing with Loneliness During the Holiday Season
The holidays can be a time of great joy and great sadness, loneliness, and stress. Some days may be better, which is okay; remember to take it one day at a time. The holidays are a time of appreciation, celebration, and togetherness. Some people, unfortun...
December 15, 2022
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Ketamine: A Potential Treatment for Depression and Other Mental Health Disorders
In recent years, ketamine has been making the headlines as an effective treatment to help individuals suffering from depression. You may have also heard varying reports about its use ranging from it being a horse tranquilizer, a street drug, a treatment f...
October 21, 2022
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When to Seek Assistance for Depression Symptoms
Just two decades ago it was not common practice for medical providers to use depression screenings with their patients. Luckily with the increased focus on mental health that came at the turn of the century more and more, medical providers are requiring a...
October 06, 2022
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A Better Way to Talk About Suicide
In 2020, suicide was among the nine top leading causes of death for Americans ages 10-64. Suicide continues to be the second leading cause of death among early adolescents, ages 10-14, and young adults ages 25-34 (CDC, 2022). Despite the frequency of deat...
September 07, 2022
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Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder: When severe premenstrual symptoms interfere with functioning and quality of life
While most are acquainted with the term PMS or Premenstrual Syndrome, Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder may be more unknown to the vast majority. The Mayo Clinic defines Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) as a “severe, sometimes disabling extension of p...
August 31, 2022
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A Brief Look into Depression and Anxiety Disorders for National Anxiety and Depression Awareness Week
This week we are entering the third full week of May whichmarks National Anxiety and Depression Awareness Week. This week is our country’s dedication to working towards ending the stigma against mental illness. An initiative such as this one is deeply im...
May 11, 2022
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The Science Behind the Winter Blues
'Tis the season of holiday gatherings, sipping on hot cocoa, taking visits to apple orchards, and trips to the ice rink. After enduring the sweltering heat of the summer, an autumnal breeze can feel quite refreshing. However, with all of the joy that the...
December 01, 2021
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Brighten Your Mood With Indoor Plants
“A beautiful plant is like having a friend around the house.” - Beth Ditto As humans, our moods can fluctuate from day to day and even hour to hour. There are times that we will feel good and be happy, while there are other times, we will experience sadn...
May 04, 2020
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