5 Things to Expect from Your First Outpatient Program
We totally understand: any care program can be intimidating. Whether it’s a consultation before wisdom teeth removal or long-term behavioral and mental health care, it’s totally normal to experience regular anxiety in anticipation of your visit. We find that in...
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What’s the Difference Between Inpatient and Outpatient Care?
The terms “inpatient” and “outpatient” are often offered without explanation when describing specific medical practices, therapy options, long-term care and even routine exams. If you’ve ever wondered why one procedure is technically qualified as an “inpatient” stay,...
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4 Things You Can Do Right Now That Will Help Your Depression
Sure, it can manifest at the end of a long day, during a particularly stressful traffic jam, after an argument, or any other time when emotions begin to take a toll on our well-being. But in general, depression can arise anytime and anywhere, even when life seems to...
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8 Free Mental Health Resources Worth Your Time
Mental illness is a battle without shortcuts. There’s no timetable for diagnosis, and there’s certainly no template for recovery, or for living day-to-day with your own mental health. No matter where you find yourself in your fight to maintain positive mental...
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Summer Depression: Symptoms, Risks, and Causes
The sun is shining, the sky is blue, and the weather is warm, but despite that, you’re feeling sad, irritable, or depressed. While this might seem unusual or even counter to how most people view depression, research increasingly shows that, for some individuals,...
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What Are the Stages of PTSD?
Post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD, has received a lot of attention in the media. The condition is frequently shown on movies and TV, but what is PTSD in real life? PTSD is a mental health condition in which people experience flashbacks, anxiety, nightmares, and...
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Practicing Mindfulness in Nature: How Nature Can Benefit Your Mental Health
As the plants and flowers blossom throughout spring and we enter into the warmer, sunnier summer months, many people turn to nature and the outdoors for a sense of peace and relaxation. While we rarely think of it as such, venturing into the outdoors offers us an...
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Depression in Men: Understanding and Overcoming the Challenges
June is National Men’s Health Month. We thought this would be a great opportunity to talk about an important men’s health issue: depression. Depression is a common and potentially debilitating mental health disorder. According to the Anxiety and Depression Association...
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How to Talk About Your Mental Health With Loved Ones
Opening up about your mental health with your friends and family can be difficult. It’s normal to feel apprehensive or even scared of how they may react. But starting the conversation can benefit your recovery and help ease the struggle of managing your mental health....
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Does Online Therapy Work As Well As Traditional Therapy?
Online therapy is becoming an increasingly popular service. Many patients appreciate the flexibility, convenience, and potential added comfort of online therapy. However, some patients may wonder if they will receive the same level of treatment that they would from...
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