Mad in America

MARCH 30, 2024

But the combined intelligence and cognitive awareness of Matt and his mother’s tenacity for answers undoubtedly gave him a second chance on life. He went to his GP, who diagnosed him with “anxiety disorder” on top of his bipolar diagnosis and prescribed Xanax. They assured him they would admit him, and I left the hospital.

Sleep and mental health 120

Sleep and mental health Bipolar disorder Trauma and the brain Aging and mental health 120

Mad in America

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

While expanding trauma criteria is often justified as necessary for inclusivity and compassion, critics contend that these expansions may be driven, by some, out of self-interest. TIC has become so popular that its approach is boasted by most hospitals, schools , social services, correctional facilities.

Resilience and coping 141

Resilience and coping Self-awareness Nutrition and mood Sleep and mental health 141

Mad in America

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

The patient self-administers the esketamine nasal spray under the supervision of a healthcare provider in a certified doctor’s office or clinic. The patient has to come into the hospital or clinic twice a week for four weeks. or so for the hospital costs). If you think the Spravato drug is expensive you are quite right.

Healthcare 97

Healthcare Sleep and mental health Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Pharmaceuticals 97

Lightwork

JANUARY 30, 2025

This type of therapy is different from traditional talk therapy because it lets you explore your inner self through creative expression. This multi-modal approach can unlock deeper levels of healing and self-discovery that traditional therapy alone might not access.

Art therapy 52

Art therapy Resilience and coping Self-awareness Insurance 52

Mad in America

OCTOBER 6, 2023

I started self-harming, just to feel my skin and keep the emotional pain at bay. At age 15, I was sent to a psychiatrist when I was unable to stay awake for more than a couple of hours, or eat proper food for several days, and my self-harming with sharp objects and cigarettes got too visible and out of control. S o I told no one.

Aging and mental health 125

Aging and mental health Trauma and the brain Self-awareness Anxiety disorders 125

Zencare

JANUARY 22, 2025

These methods included use of opium, prayer and even self-harm, when mental illness was seen as an expression of sin, or demonic possession. For example, mental health conditions that fall under Anxiety Disorders and Depressive Disorders may be treatable with individual psychotherapy alone.

Neurotransmitters and mental health 52

Neurotransmitters and mental health Bipolar disorder Sleep and mental health Genetics and mental health 52