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Managing Seasonal Transitions: Coping with Anxiety and Depression in Fall As the vibrant colors of autumn emerge and daylight hours gradually shorten, many people experience noticeable shifts in their mental health. The transition from summer to fall brings more than...
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How Does Exercise Improve Mental Health?
Reviewed by Dr. Olsen M.D. Medical Director, Psychiatrist Many of us know about the physical benefits of exercise, but what about the mental health benefits?...
The Differences Between Deep TMS and Repetitive TMS: A Guide
Reviewed by Dr. Olsen M.D. Medical Director, Psychiatrist Repetitive TMS (rTMS) and deep TMS are the two main forms of transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS)...
Vitamin B-12 and Depression: Are They Related?
Reviewed by Dr. Olsen M.D. Medical Director, Psychiatrist When vitamin B-12 levels are low, people may experience fatigue, brain fog, mood changes, and...
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Everything You Need To Know About OCD in Kids and Teens
Many people associated OCD with neatness and perfectionism, but the disorder is much more complex than that. Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a...
PTSD in Children and Adolescents
Many people think of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) as something that only affects adults, especially soldiers or those exposed to war. But PTSD can...
Parent’s Guide to Helping Teens With Depression
It’s normal for teenagers to feel sad or moody, but sometimes these feelings can linger and begin to affect many aspects of their life. When this happens, it...
Depression in Adolescence: Key Factors and Strategies for Helping Teens Cope
Adolescence can be a challenging time with rapid changes in life, school, and relationships. It’s no surprise that many teens experience feelings of...
The Difference Between Ketamine and Esketamine
If you've been keeping up with the latest developments in mental health treatments, you've probably heard about ketamine and esketamine. These two drugs have...
Bipolar Disorder in Women: Signs, Symptoms and Treatments
Bipolar disorder, once known as manic depression, is a mental health condition that is characterized by significant fluctuations in mood. People with bipolar...
Is TMS Appropriate for Treating Adolescents With Depression
Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) therapy has recently been approved by the FDA as a treatment option for adolescents with depression. This treatment,...
Postpartum Depression: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Welcoming a new baby into your life can bring on various emotions. You may feel joyful, excited, and ready for new beginnings, but with these positive...
Persistent Depressive Disorder – Overview, Symptoms and Causes
Persistent depressive disorder (PDD), previously known as dysthymia, is a long-term form of depression that can quietly affect your daily life. Unlike major...
What’s Bipolar Disorder? How Do I Know If I Have It?
Many of us experience mood changes in daily life, however some people’s moods fluctuate up and down more than others. Sometimes, these frequent mood...
Strategies & Tips for Adults Living With ADHD
Adult ADHD can make various aspects of daily life more difficult, from work to relationships and personal responsibilities. Keeping up with everyday tasks can...
How Diet and Exercise Affect Your Mental Health
We all know that diet and exercise are good for our physical health - but did you know they also play a role in mental well-being? There’s plenty of research...
