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Walk with Your Dog: It’s Good For Your Mental Health

A dog is a man’s best friend. They are loyal to their owners and are always so excited to greet their…

Common Myths About Body Dysmorphic Disorder

Body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) affects 1.7 to 2.4 percent of the U.S. population, which translates to approximately one in fifty people….

The Disparity Between Telemedicine and Substance Abuse Treatment

Studies are showing that depression and anxiety rates are increasing among individuals in the United States, access to mental healthcare is…

The Deadly Effects of Quitting Alcohol

Approximately 16 million people in the United States have an alcohol use disorder, defined by the National Institutes of Alcohol Abuse…

In the News: Advanced Directives and Mental Health

Advance directives are written instructions that you prepare to help guide your medical care and psychiatric care. They apply in certain…

In the News: Mental Health Workers are on Strike in California

“Thousands of psychologists, therapists, social workers, and psychiatric nurses are currently on a five-day strike against Kaiser Permanente at more than…

Practices Entrepreneurs Should Incorporate For Mental Health

A recently published report on the future of mental healthcare estimated that direct and indirect costs of mental health calculate to…

Increasing Emergency Room Visits & Challenges African-American Youth Face in Mental Health

Researchers said approximately 17.1 million children in the U.S. have a mental health disorder. Furthermore, between 2% and 5% of emergency…

Seasonal Affective Disorder, Holiday Anxiety and the Holiday Blues

Shorter daylight, colder temperatures and the beginning of fall and winter can trigger feelings of low mood, lack of motivation, loss…

Why is my Child Sad All the Time?

As a parent, it can be heartbreaking to see your child sad or upset, even if it is momentary. Most children…

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