Mental illness is a complex topic that’s often misunderstood. Over time, misconceptions rooted in stigma and disinformation evolved into full-blown myths that continue to prevail in society. These harmful fallacies...
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Living with OCD: 4 Useful Tips to Calm Your Mind
If you or a loved one has obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), you know it can be a difficult journey. It is estimated that over 2% of adults in the United States...
How to Make the Most of Your First Telepsychiatry Session
Telepsychiatry, also known as telehealth or telemental health, is the use of technology to deliver mental health services remotely. Providers use video conferencing, phone calls, or even text messages to...
How to Find the Best Mental Health Provider for You
When it comes to mental health treatment, there is no one-size-fits-all solution. Everyone has unique genetics, life experiences, and family history that impact their well-being and determine the care they...
5 Popular Types of Psychotherapy that Treat Mental Illness
Mental health is just as important as physical health. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), one in five adults in the United States experiences mental illness each...
Feeling Stressed? Here’s How to Tell If It’s Anxiety
A hectic workload. A sick family member. An important exam that determines your future. A natural disaster. An interpersonal conflict in your office. All of these scenarios have one thing...
4 Signs That PTSD May Be Affecting Your Daily Life
Whether we’re out in public or in the comfort of our homes, we all deserve to feel safe. But in an instant, we can find ourselves in the middle of...
How Telepsychiatry Helps Rural Communities Gain Access to Mental Health Care
Decades ago, the thought of receiving any kind of health care through a computer screen seemed futuristic. But in recent years – especially throughout the COVID-19 pandemic – more medical...
Always Anxious? You Might Have One of These Disorders
Stress is an inevitable part of being human. Whether it’s a temporary issue or something that changes the entire course of your personal journey, it’s natural to be anxious about...
How to Care for Your Mental Health While Grieving
Navigating the loss of someone or something you love is one of the most painful experiences in life. When a significant person, professional role, ability, or time is taken from...