mental health Archives

Suicide in America: Understanding the What and Why

Thomas G. Kimball, PhD - 9/10/2019 - 1

If we want to reverse the growing trend of suicide in America, we have to take a hard look at the underlying causes, including links to the addiction crisis.

A Back-To-School Checklist for Children with Special Needs

Annette Hines, Esq. - 9/8/2019 - 0

The challenges of the new school year can be daunting when you have a special needs child. Here is a checklist to help you get ready.

Occupational Burnout: What Is It And Who Is At Risk?

Jori Hamilton - 9/6/2019 - 0

You leave work feeling exhausted day after day. You hope […]

Scientific Reasons Why Keeping Fish Helps Prevent Loneliness

Robert Woods - 8/24/2019 - 3

Fish can help reduce stress, positively impact mental health & enforce a daily routine – all of which, science suggests, may help prevent loneliness.

What You Need to Know About TMS for Treatment-Resistant Depression

David Woo, MD - 8/22/2019 - 1

Roughly 1/3 of patients diagnosed with Major Depressive are said to have treatment-resistant depression. TMS may be a good alternative for them.

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Sexless Marriage: Causes and Consequences

Sylvia Smith - 8/19/2019 - 76

At least 15% of married couples are in a sexless marriage. it can be a sad and frustrating experience but it doesn’t have to stay that way.

Loneliness: A Danger to Your Health

Stephen C Schimpff, MD, MACP - 8/15/2019 - 2

Loneliness not only causes emotional discomfort, it also impacts key physiologic parameters leading to multiple disease states and early death.

Depression: What Is It, Who Gets It, And How Is It Treated?

Lindsay Israel, MD, Psychiatrist - 8/7/2019 - 0

A psychiatrist provides a clinician’s view of debilitating depression: what it looks like, who’s likely to get it, and what are current treatment modalities

Anxiety: How to Decide Which Treatment is Best for You

Wallace B. Mendelson, M.D. - 7/10/2019 - 0

This article explores the possible causes of anxiety and includes a discussion of how to choose the treatment approach that is right for you.

How Genetic Testing Will Transform Mental Health Care

Bruce Alan Kehr, M.D. - 7/7/2019 - 1

Genetic testing helps physicians to identify more personalized and precise treatment options, ultimately improving psychiatric patient outcomes.

The Importance of Grief and Acceptance After a Diagnosis

Jori Hamilton - 5/26/2019 - 1

Almost any diagnosis can trigger stages of grief and acceptance. It’s vital to work through these feelings and make needed changes to better manage the condition.

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Pros & Cons of Common Depression Treatments

David Woo, MD - 5/12/2019 - 2

Common treatments for depression range from medications to newer therapies such as TMS to natural supplements. Here are their pros and cons.