Everywhere you turn these days, it seems ChatGPT is there, too. People are turning to artificial intelligence tools for just about everything, from helping write school essays to drafting their...
How Do We Pair Patients With Our Providers?
Rural Psychiatry Associates has a deep bench of mental health providers, and through virtual appointments, a new patient can be seen by almost any provider on our team. Successful treatment...
Grappling With Grief During The Holidays
Another holiday season approaches quickly. For many, it’s a time of celebration with family, friends and good food. For those who’ve recently lost a loved one, the holidays may look...
Suicide Prevention Resources
Every September, we mark National Suicide Prevention Month to raise awareness, spread hope, and spark action around an urgent mental health issue. This year, we want to bring your attention...
How to Break Out of the Cycle of Loneliness
A recent Pew Research Center survey found one-in-six Americans say they feel lonely or isolated all or most of the time. Where does loneliness come from? Loneliness became more prevalent...
The Truth About How Screen Time Affects Mental Health
It's no secret that technology like the internet, smartphones, laptops, and tablets have transformed how we interact with the world. Most of us use some form of screen to work,...
4 Sure Fire Signs You Need a Mental Health Day
Life can be overwhelming, especially when juggling work, school, family, and personal responsibilities. It’s no wonder that sometimes we need a break to recharge and focus on our mental wellness....
How to Support a Loved One with Mental Illness
Mental illness affects millions of people worldwide. If you know someone who is struggling with their mental health, it can be difficult to know how to support them. While it's...
5 Tips for New Parents to Maintain Their Mental Health
Becoming a parent is a life-changing event that’s filled with love, joy, and wonder. However, the transition to this big responsibility is often stressful and overwhelming. All of a sudden,...
5 Powerful Ways Exercise Tones Up Your Mental Health
Most of us are aware of the many physical benefits of exercise, like improved cardiovascular health, stronger muscles, and better quality of sleep. But what about the impact of exercise...