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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, or feeling increasingly low as the days grow shorter, you are not alone. Winter sleep problems are remarkably...
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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...
How Nature Boosts Mental Health
Reviewed by Dr. Olsen M.D. Medical Director, Psychiatrist How Nature Boosts Mental Health: Why August is the Perfect Month to Reconnect Outdoors Discover the...
Gut microbiota’s effect on mental health: The gut-brain Connection
Reviewed by Dr. Olsen M.D. Medical Director, Psychiatrist In recent years, scientists have discovered a fascinating connection between our gut and our brains....
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5 Esketamine Benefits for Depression: Rapid Relief for the Treatment-Resistant
Depression affects millions daily, often shadowing life's brighter moments. While therapy or medication offers solace to many, some find themselves on a more...
The Unseen Weight of Depression
When a loved one grapples with depression, the challenges can often seem unconquerable. It’s natural to sway between concern and confusion, especially when...
How to Spot and Manage High Functioning Depression
In a world that often associates depression with visible signs of sadness and withdrawal, there exists a lesser-known reality that demands our attention:...
The Pros and Cons of TMS Therapy
Is TMS Therapy Right for You? Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) therapy is a non-invasive, alternative treatment for depression. TMS uses magnetic...
The Ultimate Guide to Insurance Coverage for TMS Therapy
TMS Therapy, or transcranial magnetic stimulation, is a non-invasive, alternative treatment for depression. TMS therapy uses magnetic pulses to stimulate...
Psychedelics as Antidepressants
As more and more states & regions work towards decriminalizing the use of psychedelics, the research into their potential therapeutic benefits is growing....
How Does ADHD Affect Women?
ADHD is a condition that affects both men and women, however, it can manifest differently in each gender. While the diagnostic criteria for ADHD are the same...
How Long Does Esketamine Take to Work?
There's been a lot of buzz around Spravato (Esketamine) lately. It's been called a "game changer" for people with treatment-resistant depression, and it seems...
Tips for Managing Adult ADHD
With the prevalence of ADHD among adults, many are left uncertain as to how they should manage its effects on their individual and work lives. In this blog...
How to Deal With Holiday Depression
The holidays can be a joyous time, but for some people, they can also be a time of sadness and depression. This is known as the holiday blues or holiday...
Do Adults with ADHD Need Medication?
There is a lot of debate surrounding the use of medication for adults with ADHD. Some people believe that medication is always necessary, while others...
TMS Therapy for Anxiety: Is It Effective?
Recently, there’s been a lot of buzz around the use of TMS therapy for anxiety. Some people swear by it, while others are unsure if it actually works. In this...
