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How Childhood Trauma Changes Adult Brain Function

How Childhood Trauma Changes Adult Brain Function
How much do adverse childhood experiences impact your brain function as an adult? The answer: significantly. Read to learn more about how childhood trauma continues to affect your brain, and how you can finally start to heal and recover.
Aug 1st, 2025

The Physical Symptoms of Depression Most People Ignore
Depression affects more than your emotions. This mental health condition can cause physical symptoms, as well as emotions of sadness, loneliness, or low self-worth. Read to learn more about the physical symptoms of depression, and how to find relief.
Jun 1st, 2025

5 Types of Psychotherapy and How They Work
Psychotherapy treatment supports your mental health. Different types of psychotherapy, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), address mental health symptoms and conditions. Read to learn about five kinds of psychotherapy that could help you.
Mar 14th, 2025

How Early Can ADHD Be Diagnosed in Children?
You have a feeling your toddler or small child might have attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Is it too soon for a diagnosis? Read to learn more about identifying neurodevelopmental disorders in young children.
Jan 8th, 2025
Can TMS Therapy Help Me Sleep Better?

Can TMS Therapy Help Me Sleep Better?
If insomnia prevents you from resting well at night, increasing your stress levels and harming your whole-body health, you should know more about transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) therapy. With TMS, your sleep quality may improve. Read more.
Dec 16th, 2024
5 Common Myths About Antidepressants

5 Common Myths About Antidepressants
Medication management provides symptom relief for many people struggling with depression. Are antidepressants right for you? Read to learn the truth, not the myths, about antidepressants. 
Nov 8th, 2024
Why You Shouldn't Wait for a Crisis to Seek Psychotherapy

Why You Shouldn't Wait for a Crisis to Seek Psychotherapy
Many people think of psychotherapy as a tool for responding to mental health crisis situations. But you don’t need to wait for a crisis before reaching out to a therapist. Psychotherapy improves your life, no matter your starting point. Read more.
Sep 19th, 2024
Understanding the Benefits of TMS

Understanding the Benefits of TMS
Sometimes, when you’re coping with mental illness, it benefits you to treat your brain, rather than just your symptoms. Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) is an innovative, non-pharmacological way to treat depression.
Jul 1st, 2024
 The Importance of Medication Management

 The Importance of Medication Management
Mental health conditions often improve with the right medication management. You can even combine medication with other forms of mental health support. Read to learn how medication management can help you. 
Jun 18th, 2024

5 Invaluable Benefits of CBT for Adult ADHD
Life with adult attention-deficit disorder (ADHD) has unique ups and downs. Here are five ways you can use cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) to successfully manage your adult ADHD.
Apr 3rd, 2024
Help! My Child Has an Anger Management Problem

Help! My Child Has an Anger Management Problem
Anger is an important emotion to understand. If your child struggles to manage anger productively, read for information on how you can help, and the resources available to support your child and family.
Feb 2nd, 2024
What Is Medication Therapy?

What Is Medication Therapy?
Are you interested in learning more about medication therapy for mental health conditions like depression, anxiety, or bipolar disorder? If so, read more for the information you need about the benefits of medication therapy management.
Oct 1st, 2023
I Think I Have Bulimia: Can You Help?

I Think I Have Bulimia: Can You Help?
Bulimia is a type of eating disorder that can harm your physical and mental health. If you’re worried about bulimia, keep reading to learn more.
Sep 1st, 2023
Depression Vs. Anxiety: 4 Overlapping Symptoms

Depression Vs. Anxiety: 4 Overlapping Symptoms
The symptoms of mental health conditions like depression and anxiety often overlap. Read to learn more about symptoms that can indicate both depression and anxiety, and how your mental health can be restored. 
Jul 1st, 2023
What to Expect From a Psychiatric Diagnostic Evaluation

What to Expect From a Psychiatric Diagnostic Evaluation
A psychiatric diagnostic evaluation gives you important information about your mental health condition and treatment needs. Are you wondering what to expect from a psychiatric diagnostic evaluation? Read to learn more about this process.
Jun 1st, 2023
Can TMS Help Me Feel Better Physically?

Can TMS Help Me Feel Better Physically?
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) is a therapeutic approach that can help with many issues, including depression. Could TMS help you feel better physically, as well? Signs point to yes! Read to learn more.
May 1st, 2023
How Insomnia Affects Your Physical Health

How Insomnia Affects Your Physical Health
Not being able to sleep at night is more than just frustrating — insomnia can also be harmful to your physical health and wellness. Keep reading to learn more about the physical effects of insomnia, and what you can do to address the problem.
Mar 1st, 2023
5 Benefits of Medication Management

5 Benefits of Medication Management
Could you benefit from medication management for mental illness? Keep reading for the facts you need about how medication management could reduce your symptoms and improve your quality of life.
Feb 1st, 2023
Scheduled for TMS? Here's What to Expect

Scheduled for TMS? Here's What to Expect
If you’ve received a recommendation for transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) therapy for mental health issues like major depression, you might be wondering what to expect. Read on for what you need to know.
Dec 2nd, 2022
Is Your Loved One Struggling with a Mental Disorder?

Is Your Loved One Struggling with a Mental Disorder?
It’s a challenging time when you start to worry about a loved one’s mental health. Without care and support, mental health disorders like depression and anxiety can harm your loved one and also unbalance your own life. Read on to learn more.
Nov 1st, 2022
Using Exposure Therapy to Mitigate PTSD Symptoms

Using Exposure Therapy to Mitigate PTSD Symptoms
The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can seriously disrupt your life. While being exposed to the triggers that activate your fight-or-flight response sounds scary, supported exposure therapy can give you real relief. Read more.
Oct 2nd, 2022
5 Signs You Have Insomnia

5 Signs You Have Insomnia
Could you have insomnia? Maybe you’re unaware of how little sleep you’re actually getting. Or, maybe insomnia is all you can think about. Read to learn more about insomnia, and how you can restore your rest.
Sep 1st, 2022
Consider These Benefits of TMS

Consider These Benefits of TMS
Could you benefit from transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) treatment? This noninvasive treatment option often works for patients with depression who haven’t found other treatment options helpful enough. Read to learn about the benefits of TMS.
Aug 1st, 2022
How an Eating Disorder Can Wreck Your Mental Health

How an Eating Disorder Can Wreck Your Mental Health
Eating disorders like anorexia and bulimia can damage your long-term physical health and have negative mental health impacts, as well. Read to learn about the relationship between eating disorders and conditions like anxiety, depression, and more.
Jun 1st, 2022
10 Symptoms of Anxiety

10 Symptoms of Anxiety
Could your life be adversely affected by anxiety disorders? Read to learn more about symptoms of mental health conditions like generalized anxiety disorder and social anxiety disorder and what you can do to reclaim your life from anxiety.
May 1st, 2022
Management Strategies for Insomnia

Management Strategies for Insomnia
When you can’t sleep at night, everyday stresses are harder to bear than they need to be. Read to learn strategies to help you manage insomnia and get the good night’s rest you need to be ready for each day.
Apr 1st, 2022
Could You Have PTSD and Not Know It?

Could You Have PTSD and Not Know It?
The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can linger long after traumatic events or experiences. These symptoms can affect your mental health and daily life without your realizing. Could it be PTSD?
Mar 1st, 2022
Understanding Psychiatry and Psychotherapy

Understanding Psychiatry and Psychotherapy
Psychiatry and psychotherapy involve some complicated terminology. But, both psychiatry and psychotherapy can improve your mental health and wellness. Read more to learn about these mental health care modalities, and how treatment can benefit you.
Feb 1st, 2022
The Link Between Pain and Depression

The Link Between Pain and Depression
Physical pain and mental health conditions like depression can lock you into a negative cycle. Read to learn more about the connection between depression and pain, and what you can do to end the cycle now.
Jan 1st, 2022
What Most People Don't Know About Depression

What Most People Don't Know About Depression
The holidays and the winter months can be challenging for people with depression. Depression is a complex mental health condition that many people misunderstand or don’t know enough about. Keep reading to learn more about depression.
Dec 1st, 2021
What to Expect From TMS

What to Expect From TMS
Are you interested in learning more about transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) treatment for major depression? Read on to find out what you can expect from this nonmedication-based treatment option.
Nov 1st, 2021
My Child has ADD. Now What?

My Child has ADD. Now What?
Once your child has received a diagnosis for attention deficit disorder (ADD) or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), you can start exploring ways to help them thrive. Read to learn more about what to do after diagnosis.
Oct 1st, 2021
How We Can Help You Manage Your Medication

How We Can Help You Manage Your Medication
When you’re living with a mental health condition, medication management can be your best source of stabilization and support. Read on to learn how people with a range of diagnoses can manage mental health with medication.
Sep 1st, 2021
TMS for Obsessive Compulsive Disorder: What to Expect

TMS for Obsessive Compulsive Disorder: What to Expect
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) can benefit people who suffer from mental health problems including depression and obsessive compulsive disorder. Read on to learn what to expect during your TMS treatment.
Aug 1st, 2021

5 Little-Known Effects of Anxiety
Chronic anxiety can disrupt your daily life in lots of ways. Keep reading to learn about some of the less well-known negative effects of anxiety, and what you can do to support and improve your mental health.
Jul 6th, 2021

How to Support a Loved One With Panic Disorder
A panic disorder or panic attack in a loved one can be challenging to get through. With professional support, you and your loved one can manage the situation and find comfort and security. Read to learn more.
Jun 7th, 2021

Can Therapy Help My Sleep Problems?
Could your insomnia have a psychological component? You might be surprised by how much therapy can often help with persistent sleep problems. Keep reading to learn more about therapy as a treatment for insomnia.
May 6th, 2021

What to Do About Antidepressant Side Effects
Antidepressant medications can be a big help when it comes to coping with your mental health disorder. However, you could experience uncomfortable or unwanted side effects. Read for tips and tricks about handling antidepressant side effects.
Apr 13th, 2021

TMS for Depression: How Long Do the Benefits Last?
Did you know that transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) may be able to treat even stubborn depression? Keep reading to learn more about how TMS can help with depression, and how long you can expect the benefits to last.
Feb 11th, 2021

What Happens During a Psych Evaluation?
If you’re in need of a psych eval, you might have questions about what to expect during your appointment. Keep reading for the information you need about what happens when you come in for a psych eval.
Jan 21st, 2021

Healthy Sleep Habits to Commit to for the New Year
Did you know that a good night’s sleep provides essential health benefits? Keep reading to learn what you need to know about the benefits of better sleep and the sleep habits that can help you reset your health and wellness after the holidays.
Dec 20th, 2020

Benefits of Pharmacogenetic Testing
Are your medications giving you the greatest possible results? Your unique genetics can impact how medications affect you. Learn more about pharmacogenetic testing, a tool we can use to guide you to the right medications.
Oct 7th, 2020

Does ADHD Last into Adulthood?
Whether you’re a concerned parent or loved one or an adult who lived with ADHD as a child, it’s good to know what to expect from your ADHD diagnosis. Here’s everything you need to know about living with this condition.
Sep 17th, 2020

How to Support a Loved One Through Grief
We all go through tragedies in our lives. It helps to have a strong support system to get through hard times. Here’s our best advice on how you can more than just “be there” for your grieving loved ones.
Aug 18th, 2020

Recognizing the Signs of Dementia
Dementia can come like a thief in the night stealing away your cognitive and psychological functioning, but recognizing the warning signs early can get you the care you need to slow the progression of symptoms.
Jul 22nd, 2020

Tips for Handling Overwhelming Stress
Everyone feels day-to-day stress. Not everyone feels stress that is overwhelming and inescapable. Read more to learn about how we can help you manage the stress that takes over your life.
Jun 24th, 2020

5 Most Common Behavioral Issues

You try to treat yourself and others as best you can. Sometimes behavior disorders can make it difficult to interact with yourself and others normally. Read more to learn about common behavioral issues and the best ways to manage the symptoms.
May 27th, 2020

What's Included in a Psychiatric Evaluation?
You’re in need of a professional psychiatric evaluation, but you’re not sure what that means for you. Don’t let the fear of the unknown stop you from getting the help you need. Read more to learn about what to expect.
Apr 20th, 2020

Custom Insomnia Solutions So You Can Get Back to Sleep
We’ve all felt the effects of the occasional bad night’s sleep, but if you’re among those who suffer from chronic insomnia, you feel them daily. Fortunately, there are custom solutions available to help you get the full rest you’ve been dreaming of.
Mar 2nd, 2020

4 Signs of PTSD
Are you struggling with uncontrollable emotions, unhealthy thoughts, and unavoidable negative feelings? You might be dealing with PTSD. Read more to learn about the signs and symptoms of PTSD and what we can do to help.
Feb 6th, 2020

Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation: How It Can Help You
Friends and family try to cheer you up, but they don’t understand that your depression is more than a momentary mood. And while depression is treatable with drugs, they don’t work for everyone. Transcranial magnetic stimulation may be your answer.
Nov 1st, 2019

When Does Anxiety Require Medical Intervention?
Sweaty palms, racing heart, and a dry mouth — all classic responses to stressful situations. But how do you know when this normal human reaction has become an anxiety disorder that requires professional help?
Oct 1st, 2019