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What Are We Overlooking? Reviewing Current and Alternative Treatments for Psychosis

Mad in America

I n Part 1 , I looked at the longer-term inefficacy of ‘maintenance treatment’ with antipsychotics, and also at some ‘disappointing’ outcomes for ‘early intervention in psychosis’ (EIP). Interventions like these can be made safely and at relatively low cost. So what is there to lose?

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How To Protect Your Mental Health

The London Psychiatry Centre

When it comes to mental health, prevention is better than cure. Sometimes the last thing we feel like doing is taking any time out of our hectic days to practice self-care, but it is easier to protect your mental health than to rebuild it after hitting breaking point. Read on for 7 ways to protect your mental health.

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My Story of Surviving Psychiatry

Mad in America

It will be easier to dive into the depths of darkness and despair that I went through as a mental health patient if I start with a story of hope. At the age of 41, I was sectioned under the Mental Health Act in the midst of the Covid pandemic in the early autumn of 2020 in the throes of an episode of psychosis.

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Why Women Are More Prone to Anxiety Disorders (and How to Cope)

Lightwork

This stark difference isn’t just a statistical anomalyit reflects complex biological, social, and cultural factors that shape women’s mental health experiences. You’ll discover how biological factors, cultural influences, and age-related challenges contribute to anxiety in women.

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What is Psychosis: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment

Now Psych

Psychosis is a mental health condition that affects an individual’s perception of reality. Hallucinations can cause an individual to see, hear, or feel things that are not present in reality. Early diagnosis and treatment can help manage symptoms and improve an individual’s quality of life.

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Coping with Seasonal Affective Disorder: Strategies for Women

Lightwork

A mental health provider will help determine the most effective treatment combination based on your specific symptoms, lifestyle, and seasonal pattern. Coping Strategies for Women with SAD Living with Seasonal Affective Disorder requires a multi-faceted approach to managing symptoms and maintaining mental well-being.

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Autism Facts

Kids Mental Health Info

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a bio-neurological developmental disability that generally appears before the age of 3. Currently there is no cure for autism, though with early intervention and treatment, the diverse symptoms related to autism can be greatly improved.