Lightwork

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Treatment Guidelines: Usage of specialized SAD lamps (10,000 lux) Daily exposure for 20-30 minutes Morning sessions prove most effective Consistent use throughout affected seasons Psychotherapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) has proven effective in treating SAD by addressing negative thought patterns and developing coping strategies.

Sleep and mental health 52

Sleep and mental health Aging and mental health Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Mindfulness practices 52

Now Psych

MAY 14, 2024

Psychosis is a mental health condition that affects an individual’s perception of reality. Treatment options for psychosis depend on the underlying cause and may include medications, therapy, and lifestyle changes. It is characterized by symptoms such as delusions, hallucinations, and disordered thinking.

Bipolar disorder 52

Bipolar disorder Genetics and mental health Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Early intervention 52

Bullet Psych

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Age : Insomnia symptoms can start at any age, but the first episode is more common in young adults. Overall, complaints are more common in middle-age and older adults. Late-life onset is often linked to other health conditions. Coexisting mental and medical disorders do not adequately explain the insomnia.

Sleep and mental health 52

Sleep and mental health Aging and mental health Bipolar disorder Cognitive Behavioral Therapy 52

Kids Mental Health Info

MAY 13, 2015

The more serious form most commonly starts between ages 10 and 13. The cause of trichotillomania is not known, but it has been associated with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), attention deficit / hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), anxiety, stress, and other behavioral health and neurodevelopmental conditions.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy 40

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Aging and mental health 40

The Maryland Psychiatric Society

DECEMBER 10, 2024

To facilitate appointments for the expanding number of people seeking behavioral health treatment during the pandemic, the MPS has compiled the following list of psychiatrists with immediate availability. Schoonover, MD Sees patients age 16 and up. There are many other psychiatrists taking new patients within 3-4 weeks.

Insurance 40

Insurance Nutrition and mood Eating disorders Aging and mental health 40

Clear Behavioral Health

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Substance abuse is one of the most critical public health crises in the United States, affecting millions of individuals, families, and communities. It affects brain function, leading to impaired decision-making, cravings, and behavioral changes. The CDC reports that opioid overdoses account for 75% of drug-related deaths in 2021 [8].

Dialectical Behavior Therapy 52

Dialectical Behavior Therapy Group therapy Aging and mental health Cognitive Behavioral Therapy 52

Now Psych

MAY 13, 2024

Understanding selective mutism is essential for parents, educators, and mental health professionals who work with children. It is more common in girls than boys and typically appears before the age of five. The assessment should be conducted by a qualified mental health professional with expertise in SM.

Genetics and mental health 52

Genetics and mental health Autism spectrum Anxiety disorders Parenting styles 52

Bullet Psych

FEBRUARY 16, 2025

It influences one or more mental functions, including memory, orientation, mood, judgment, and behavioral and social functioning. Epidemiology: The "Who" and the "Why" 5 , 6 , 7 SUDs are a major public health issue, leading to substantial morbidity, mortality, and economic burden.

Genetics and mental health 52

Genetics and mental health Aging and mental health Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Group therapy 52

Bullet Psych

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Prevalence decreases with age; about 1-5% of the adult population experience frequent nightmares. Addressing stress or trauma through therapy is the priority. Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and imagery rehearsal therapy (IRT) are effective. Nightmares are seen in at least 50-70% of patients with PTSD.

Sleep and mental health 40

Sleep and mental health Genetics and mental health Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Aging and mental health 40

Mad in America

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

The STAR*D study was the third of three major studies conducted by the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) to determine the effectiveness of drug treatment of depression. Data, not anecdotal opinions of scientists and doctors, must rule in health science. He, too, was spurned.

Aging and mental health 145

Aging and mental health Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Manufacturing Anxiety disorders 145