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The Link Between Chronic Pain and Depression
Chronic pain and depression appear to be intrinsically linked through brain functioning. In my role as the owner of a residential mental health program I have witnessed firsthand the debilitating effects of chronic pain-related depression in clients and have gathered some of those observations together for this guide.
What Are "Integrated Interventions" in Mental Healthcare?
I’ve worked in in the mental health industry for just three years, and even in that short time, there have been developments and changes that have happened. The biggest change I’ve seen is the growth and sophistication of a holistic approach to psychological well-being.
How I Avoid Panic Attacks When Talking to Strangers
Have you ever found yourself stuck in an airport and needing a pen, but the thought of talking to a stranger would falsely persuade you that you don’t need it? Here’s advice for if you find yourself in a similar situation!
My Experiences with Clinical Drug Trials
Apparently the only way to slow me down at all was a serious chronic illness: I was diagnosed with Relapsing-Remitting Multiple Sclerosis on January 13, 2009. I committed to a clinical trial for what became a drug called Ocrelizumab. Resilient in the extreme I am, but this tested everything the overintellectual overachiever in me had.
Does Generalized Anxiety Disorder Go Away?
In the three years since my diagnosis, I've learned anxiety is a physiological response involving hormones. If you have GAD, hormones will hit your system in a surge. Learning the whole cycle—and appreciate the times when GAD is in remission—is an important part of living with anxiety.
I Was Proud of Quitting Antidepressants. Now I'm Back on Them.
This author wrote happily about how great she felt going off antidepressants…then realized she needed to go back on them.
Try Throwing Some Clay to Find Some Peace
My professor likens opening the kiln doors to Christmas morning. You never know exactly what to expect but you’ll get something, even if it resembles a lump of coal.
How Mental Health Benefits Work for Top Bay Area Insurance Plans
Navigating health insurance benefits can be a bewildering, frustrating experience in the best of circumstances. And when you’re dealing with a mental health issue, bureaucracy and paperwork can feel overwhelming….This post can help!