How do Psychiatry Services Help With Mental Health Issues?

Eating Disorders Require a Multi-Faceted Approach

Eating disorders aren’t just a mental health concern. They have serious physical health consequences and can even be fatal. Eating disorders prevent people from obtaining critical nutrition that affects the brain and body. Holidays and events…
Setting Boundaries in Relationships for Better Mental Health

6 Reasons Why Thanks giving can be Stressful

There are some times of the year that are more stressful for people than others. It usually centers around holidays, typically beginning with Thanks giving. The new year is greeted with a welcome sense of relief. There are 6 common reasons people…

Your Vacation Can be Stressing You Out

Vacations aren’t necessarily the relaxing and rejuvenating interlude for which you’re searching. People often return from a vacation tense, depressed, and full of anxiety. If you’re hungry for experiences, it can be less stressful to stay…
Some Tips for Staying Sober During the Holidays

Consider a Friends giving Holiday

Holidays in which family typically join together can be especially stressful. The thought of spending - or not spending – time with family can create a considerable amount of anxiety and stress. Many are opting for a Friendsgiving celebration…
Helping Someone You Love Struggling With Intrusive Suicidal Thoughts

How to Recognize a Trauma Bond

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Many people experience a trauma bond and don’t even realize it. A trauma bond can be immobilizing, preventing people from leaving a toxic relationship. Risk Factors You may be more susceptible to a trauma bond if the relationship between…
Mental Health Issues in Adolescence That can be Addressed in Therapy

Postpartum Depression is a Serious Mental Health Concern

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Postpartum depression (PPD) has occurred in women for centuries. It was recognized in 460 B.C. by Hippocrates. The Greek physician wrote about it, referring to PPD as “perpetual fever.” He noted that it brought about feelings of delirium,…
Can’t Sleep? Get Help From Sleep Disorders Treatment

How Daylight-Saving Time Can Affect You

Daylight-saving time (DST) begins on Nov. 5, 2023. It was originally instituted to save energy and take greater advantage of natural daylight hours, However, the idea of “fast time” was first introduced in 1918. Unfortunately, it can have…
Helping a Friend With Depression - What Not to Do

9 Healthy Ways to Address Stress

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Stress is normal in multiple situations and for a variety of reasons. Rather than turning to comfort food, there are ways to extend yourself some self-care to destress. Meditate Meditation is great for quieting the mind. If you’re a newcomer…
What is Medication Assisted Treatment and Can it Help Me?

The Mental Health Effects of Being a Caregiver

An estimated 65.7 million adults are informal caregivers for a family member. That doesn’t count individuals working in professional environments. Most caregivers are women. Many suffer from stress, anxiety and depression, which increases…

Easing Your Student’s Anxiety as They Return to School

Children can experience anxiety about a wide variety of things connected with school and they may or may not verbalize that to you. The first thing for parents to understand is that a certain amount of anxiety is normal and many things can be…