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What Trauma Really Does to the Body
When people think about trauma, they usually picture it as a memory: something painful from the past that the mind keeps replaying. That is part of the story, but it misses something important. Trauma is not only psychological. It leaves a physical imprint, reshaping...
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Men’s Mental Health: Why “I’m Fine” Costs So Much
Reviewed by Dr. Olsen M.D. Medical Director, Psychiatrist Men's Mental Health: Why "I'm Fine" Costs So Much Ask most men how they are doing and you will hear...
Beyond Postpartum: The Full Spectrum of Maternal Mental Health
Reviewed by Dr. Olsen M.D. Medical Director, Psychiatrist May is Maternal Mental Health Awareness Month, anchored by World Maternal Mental Health Day on May 6...
Mental Health Action Day: 5 Ways to Move From Awareness to Action
Reviewed by Dr. Olsen M.D. Medical Director, Psychiatrist Mental Health Awareness Month gets a lot of green ribbons. It gets a lot of social posts. It gets a...
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Why New Year’s Resolutions Fail-And How Mental Health Support Can Help You Succeed
Reviewed by Dr. Olsen M.D. Medical Director, Psychiatrist Every January, millions of people commit to ambitious New Year's resolutions. We promise ourselves...
The Positive Effects of Sobriety on Your Health
Reviewed by Dr. Olsen M.D. Medical Director, Psychiatrist Alcohol consumption is deeply ingrained in our culture and society. It’s something we reach for when...
Should you try therapy? 5 signs it’s time to see a mental health professional
Reviewed by Dr. Olsen M.D. Medical Director, Psychiatrist Have you been feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or just not like yourself lately? Everyone struggles...
Managing Holiday Stress: Finding Real Connection When the Season Feels Overwhelming
Reviewed by Dr. Olsen M.D. Medical Director, Psychiatrist Managing Holiday Stress: Finding Real Connection When the Season Feels Overwhelming The holiday...
Anti-Inflammatory Diet: Mental Health Benefits
Reviewed by Dr. Olsen M.D. Medical Director, Psychiatrist Inflammation is a natural part of the body’s healing process, but when it persists for a long time...
TMS Treatment for Alcohol Addiction
Reviewed by Dr. Olsen M.D. Medical Director, Psychiatrist Overcoming alcohol addiction is never easy, and a number of treatments are often needed to reduce...
Does Humana Insurance Cover TMS Therapy? What You Need to Know
Reviewed by Dr. Olsen M.D. Medical Director, Psychiatrist Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) is a revolutionary therapy that’s changing the way we treat...
Suicide Is Preventable: A Year-Round Commitment to Hope and Healing
Reviewed by Dr. Olsen M.D. Medical Director, Psychiatrist Suicide is preventable. More than 12 million Americans experience suicidal thoughts each year, but...
Does United Healthcare Insurance Cover TMS Therapy? What You Need to Know
Reviewed by Dr. Olsen M.D. Medical Director, Psychiatrist If you have United Healthcare and are considering TMS therapy, you might be wondering if your...
Managing Seasonal Transitions: Coping with Anxiety and Depression in Fall | BestMind Behavioral Health
Reviewed by Dr. Olsen M.D. Medical Director, Psychiatrist Managing Seasonal Transitions: Coping with Anxiety and Depression in Fall As the vibrant colors of...
TMS Therapy for Traumatic Brain Injury
Reviewed by Dr. Olsen M.D. Medical Director, Psychiatrist Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is the result of a sudden impact to the brain, and it can have lasting...
Can Antidepressants Help Improve Energy and Motivation?
Reviewed by Dr. Olsen M.D. Medical Director, Psychiatrist Lack of energy and motivation are two of the most common symptoms of depression. If you’re...
