Therapists use tests to: Track symptoms and progress Support diagnosis and treatment plans Tools like PHQ-9 or GAD-7 guide, not replace, clinical judgment Starting therapy can help you turn the page to a better phase of life, but it can also be intimidating and even a little scary, especially if you’ve never sought help before. […]
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With dating apps like Tinder and Bumble, it can often feel like there are endless options for partners right at your fingertips. As a result, people are quick to break off relationships. Psychiatrist and author Dr. Carole Lieberman says, “Nowadays, people are often too quick to give up on relationships because, in the back of
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Scandals have made headlines recently involving sexual abuse of minors in major organizations such as the Catholic Church , Southern Baptist Convention, Boy Scouts of America, and Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. It’s no surprise, then, that thousands of people are living day to day with highly traumatic memories. Trauma, particularly in
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Mental health can be a touchy subject, especially when yours is affected. However, like other body parts, the brain can get sick and change how you think, feel and behave. Your ability to handle stress, control your emotions and act like yourself will also be affected until you resolve the mental health problem. Everyone deals
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Recovery is a multifaceted process. Giving up drugs and alcohol — and staying clean — isn’t always a straight path. There may be obstacles and difficulties on the journey to the new and improved you. However, it’s a road worth traveling and one others have successfully traversed. Recovery quotes may help you gain strength and
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A “dry drunk” is someone sober but still stuck in addictive thinking: Irritability, denial, or emotional shutdown Recovery takes more than just stopping use Therapy helps address root issues Recovering from alcohol use disorder (AUD) can be a long journey. For many who choose to stop drinking, the path is strewn with obstacles and detours.
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If you had a personality disorder, would you know it? More importantly, would you know how to manage it? The term “personality disorder” might feel like a burden or an embarrassment, but it’s nothing to be ashamed or afraid of. About 9% of American adults have some kind of personality disorder, and plenty of folks
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You’ve decided to enter substance abuse treatment, or you’re looking into the possibilities. This is a huge but intimidating step in the recovery process — you should be proud of yourself for acknowledging you need help. However, once you’ve made the choice, it can be difficult to know which route is the one for you.
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National Depression Screening Day is an annual observance across the United States dedicated to raising awareness about depression and encouraging free, anonymous mental health screenings. Held on the Thursday of the first full week of October, the day is part of Mental Illness Awareness Week . Its goal is to promote early detection and support
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Did you know that a recent study found that more than half of respondents used at least one emotional defense mechanism? Many people use these mechanisms to help them deal with circumstances their brains find traumatic or uncomfortable, like perceived threats, guilt, shame or anxiety. While some of these mechanisms can be beneficial, others can
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