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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 season arrives with a paradox: it's marketed as "the most wonderful time of the year," yet for many people, it...
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How does journaling help with mental health?
Reviewed by Dr. Olsen M.D. Medical Director, Psychiatrist Some people think of journaling as a wellness fad, but it can be a practical and supportive way to...
Transform Your Mental Health This August: Your Complete Guide to National Wellness Month 2025
Reviewed by Dr. Olsen M.D. Medical Director, Psychiatrist Are you ready to prioritize your mental health and overall wellness this August? National Wellness...
What are Some of the Goals of Depression Treatment?
Reviewed by Dr. Olsen M.D. Medical Director, Psychiatrist Living with depression can feel overwhelming, but with the right support and a treatment plan...
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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...
How to Find & Choose a Good Psychiatrist for You
Choosing a psychiatrist can be a dauxnting task. Not only do you want to find someone qualified and experienced, but you also want to find a psychiatrist who...
Do Antidepressants Work and How Effective Are They?
If you’ve been diagnosed with depression or prescribed antidepressants, it’s natural to ask, “how effective are antidepressants and will they work for me?”...
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) – Symptoms & Causes
Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that people experience during certain seasons, particularly the winter months. It is now referred to...
Mood Stabilizers for Depression and Anxiety: What You Need to Know?
Mood stabilizers are a class of drugs most often used to manage mood swings and emotional instability. While primarily used to treat bipolar disorder, mood...
