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Posts tagged with ‘Psychiatric and Psychologic’
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Managing Daily Stress
Stress can affect all of us in different ways. It is important to learn techniques for managing stress so that…
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Self Harm — Cutting
Cutting (sometimes called self harm) is the act of purposely cutting yourself with a sharp object, such as a knife…
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Mental Health: Keeping Your Emotional Health
Emotional health is an important part of your overall health. People who are emotionally healthy are able to cope with…
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Somatic Symptom Disorder
Somatic symptom and related disorders represents the physical pain and symptoms a person feels from psychological factors.
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Balancing Work and Caregiving
Caring for a loved one while working outside the home can be a challenging balancing act. Talk to your employer,…
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Therapy and Counseling
Professional therapy and counseling can improve your mental wellness.
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Warning Signs of Mental Illness
If you are concerned that you or a loved one may be experiencing mental illness, here’s what to look…
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Generalized Anxiety Disorder
A general anxiety disorder is ongoing anxiety that isn’t related to a particular event or situation.
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How to Safely Take Antidepressants
Antidepressants are medicines prescribed to treat depression. You should work with your doctor to find the right one for…
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Persistent Depressive Disorder (PDD)
Persistent depressive disorder is a mild or moderate depression that can last at least 2 years. It can be treated…
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LGBTQ Mental Health Issues
LGBTQ teens and young adults are at a greater risk for poor mental health.
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Female Athlete Triad
The female athlete triad is a disorder that affects energy levels, menstrual cycles and bone mass. It happens when you…
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Naltrexone for Alcoholism
Naltrexone is a medicine used to treat alcoholism that reduces your desire for alcohol.
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Autism
Autism is a developmental brain disorder affecting social, behavioral, and communication skills.
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Grieving: Facing Illness, Death, and Other Losses
Grief is a normal response to a loss that is different for everyone and can include many symptoms.
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Post-Traumatic Stress After a Traffic Accident
Learn about post-traumatic stress after a car accident and how your doctor can help you deal with it
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Caregiving: Care for Yourself While Caring for Others
Caregivers provide care for people with chronic medical conditions. It can be challenging, and they often experience stress and get…
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Depression and Alzheimer’s Disease
Depression is very common among people who have Alzheimer’s disease, but there are things you can do as a caregiver…
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Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health disorder caused by a traumatic event or series of events.
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Depression in Older Adults
Depression is a common problem in older adults, but it is not part of the aging process. Learn how to…
