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Self-Care Isn’t a Bubble Bath
Reviewed by Dr. Olsen M.D. Medical Director, Psychiatrist Search "self-care" and you will get a very specific picture: candles, face masks, a glass of wine, a long soak in the tub. The wellness industry has turned self-care into a category of products you can buy, and...
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When You’re Doing Fine on Paper but Not Inside
Reviewed by Dr. Olsen M.D. Medical Director, Psychiatrist On paper, everything looks right. You show up to work. You meet the deadlines. You answer the texts,...
Why Connection Is Harder as an Adult
Reviewed by Dr. Olsen M.D. Medical Director, Psychiatrist There was a time when friendship just happened. You sat next to someone in class, lived down the...
When Anxiety Doesn’t Have a Reason
Reviewed by Dr. Olsen M.D. Medical Director, Psychiatrist Most people understand anxiety that has a cause. A big presentation, a medical test, a hard...
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The Role of Routine in Supporting Mental Health
Reviewed by Dr. Olsen M.D. Medical Director, Psychiatrist In culture that often prizes spontaneity and hustle, routine can feel like a constraint. But for...
Understanding Stress and Anxiety: What They Are and How They Differ
Reviewed by Dr. Olsen M.D. Medical Director, Psychiatrist Stress and anxiety are two of the most commonly used terms in conversations about mental health, and...
Burnout: Early Warning Signs and How to Start Recovering
Reviewed by Dr. Olsen M.D. Medical Director, Psychiatrist Burnout has become one of the most widely discussed mental health topics of the past decade, and for...
After Visibility Comes Reality: Supporting Mental Health Beyond Awareness Weeks
Reviewed by Dr. Olsen M.D. Medical Director, Psychiatrist Every May, October, and the weeks in between, social media fills with green ribbons, mental health...
Why Seasonal Transitions Affect Your Mental Health (Even the Good Ones)
Reviewed by Dr. Olsen M.D. Medical Director, Psychiatrist You made it through winter. The days are getting longer, the weather is warming up, and everyone...
PTSD Is More Than You Think: Understanding Trauma, Your Nervous System, and Treatment Options
Reviewed by Dr. Olsen M.D. Medical Director, Psychiatrist When most people hear "PTSD," a specific image comes to mind: a combat veteran reliving a...
OCD Explained: Understanding Obsessions, Compulsions, and Evidence-Based Treatment
Reviewed by Dr. Olsen M.D. Medical Director, Psychiatrist Few mental health conditions are as casually misrepresented as obsessive-compulsive disorder. In...
Bipolar Disorder: How It Affects Daily Life and Evidence-Based Treatment Options
Reviewed by Dr. Olsen M.D. Medical Director, Psychiatrist Bipolar disorder is one of the most misunderstood mental health conditions. It is frequently...
What to Know About ADHD in Adults: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Support
Reviewed by Dr. Olsen M.D. Medical Director, Psychiatrist You have always been the person who loses your keys, forgets appointments, and starts ten projects...
Recognizing Anxiety Disorders: Early Signs and When to Seek Help
Reviewed by Dr. Olsen M.D. Medical Director, Psychiatrist Everyone feels anxious sometimes. A racing heart before a job interview, a knot in your stomach...
Sleep and Mood: How Winter Affects Your Sleep and Mental Health
Reviewed by Dr. Olsen M.D. Medical Director, Psychiatrist If you have been struggling to get out of bed on dark winter mornings, tossing and turning at night,...
Post-Holiday Burnout: Why You Feel Exhausted After the Holidays (And When to Get Help)
Reviewed by Dr. Olsen M.D. Medical Director, Psychiatrist The holidays are finally over. The decorations are packed away, the last of the leftovers have been...
