October 29, 2014
by Marti Wormuth, MA
If you have a mental health issue, there are a lot of things that you need to consider in the process, but one of the most important things that you have to think about is whether or not you are getting the care that you need. In short, you need to be sure that you are getting the right care for your specific needs, and that you are properly diagnosed. But why is this so important? Why do people really need to get the appropriate mental health care in order to not only survive, but thrive in their everyday lives?
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September 9, 2014
by Marti Wormuth, MA
If you've looked at the news lately, you've likely noticed that there is a lot going on in the world of mental health. It can be hard to understand, especially if it's not something that you're used to seeing, but in recent years it has become obvious that mental health issues are more prevalent in the United States than in any other country on the planet. Why is this the case? What is so different about the United States that it seems to be "that much worse" when it comes to mental health struggles?
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July 20, 2014
by Cathy England, MA
It is not uncommon that anxiety problems are caused by physical illness, and it can sometimes be difficult for the professional provider to differentiate the two. It may be that treating the medical problem can alleviate the appearance of anxiety so that when the medical condition is treated, the anxiety symptoms may disappear. This is why it is important to have troublesome anxiety symptoms evaluated by a medical professional. Hyperthyroidism is a medical condition that commonly co-occurs with anxiety.
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