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  • What to Expect in Your First Therapy Appointment

    What to Expect in Your First Therapy Appointment

    Fear of the unknown can be debilitating. The concern about how others may pass judgment prevents many people from making appointments with therapists. Overcoming the anticipation of calling, making an appointment, and sitting down with a therapist is easier when

    August 2, 2020
  • How Anxiety Breeds a Fearful Mindset

    How Anxiety Breeds a Fearful Mindset

    Anxiety is an affliction that can control someone’s perception of the world around them. Feelings of high anxiety can take seemingly safe, innocuous situations and present them to a person with a dangerous, threatening spin. The fear that anxiety can

    July 23, 2020
  • Depression: Much More than Sadness

    Depression: Much More than Sadness

    For someone who has not experienced a depressive episode, it can be difficult to understand what exactly depression feels like. Depression is often thought of as being excessively sad. But that simple definition is a disservice to the many different

    July 20, 2020
  • Addressing the Physical Symptoms of Mental Health

    Addressing the Physical Symptoms of Mental Health

    Seeking aid for someone’s struggles with anxiety, depression, or other mental health complications is a step in vulnerability and hope. Beginning therapy requires an open, introspective mind that is willing to challenge its own beliefs and past conditioning — all

    July 16, 2020
  • Benefits of Group Therapy for Treating Anxiety and Depression

    Benefits of Group Therapy for Treating Anxiety and Depression

    All humans go through some type of struggle. It’s inevitable, and it defines our species. We are tribalistic at heart and consistently want to be understood. We also desire being surrounded by people who are like us. Group therapy is

    July 13, 2020
  • The Scientific Side of Addiction

    The Scientific Side of Addiction

    Studies on the scientific side of addiction are still relatively new. Since the 1930s, many have believed addiction to drugs or alcohol to be a moral failing of some sort. It was something that someone wholly chose to do by

    July 7, 2020
  • Group vs. Individual Therapy — Find the One That’s Right for You

    Group vs. Individual Therapy — Find the One That’s Right for You

    When seeking treatment for an addiction, it’s important to find the right kind of program that suits each person. Not everyone will respond the same way to all kinds of therapies, and each person will have their preferences. The most

    July 2, 2020
  • What Is an Eating Disorder?

    What Is an Eating Disorder? [Infographic]

    Share this Image On Your Site </p> <p><strong>Please include attribution to achievemedicalcenter.com with this graphic.</strong></p> <p><a href='https://achievemedicalcenter.com/blog/what-is-an-eating-disorder-infographic/'><img src='https://secureservercdn.net/198.71.233.138/qjw.a95.myftpupload.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Eating_Disorder_Infographic_V2-1-scaled.jpg' alt='What Is an Eating Disorder?' 540px border='0' /></a></p> <p> An eating disorder is an illness that disrupts a person's eating behaviors and

    February 7, 2020
  • New Year's Resolutions

    How to Best Keep Your New Year’s Resolutions When You Battle Depression

    The new year is fast approaching, and now may be a great time to start considering a New Year's resolution for 2020. However, for those coping with depression, the stress, anxiety, and pressure that goes along with developing and keeping

    January 3, 2020
  • Holiday Stress

    4 Causes of Holiday Stress and How to Cope with It

    The holiday season is here — and so is the stress that impacts many people during the season. Holiday stress can be problematic, and the holiday season is sometimes filled with loneliness, sadness, and anxiety, all of which can contribute

    December 25, 2019
  • Holiday Depression

    A Guide to Coping with Holiday Depression

    The holiday season fosters excitement, joy, and other positive feelings. Yet for some people, holiday depression is a serious problem. If holiday depression is ignored and goes untreated, it can hinder your or a loved one's ability to celebrate and

    December 24, 2019
  • Seasonal Depression

    Educating Yourself About Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)

    Not all forms of depression are the same, and Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a unique form of mood disorder that takes place around the same time each year. To better understand SAD, let's examine this type of depression and

    December 23, 2019
  • Eating Disorder

    How to Handle an Eating Disorder

    In order to understand how to handle an eating disorder, it is important to first define what an eating disorder is and how it impacts a person's life. Ultimately, an eating disorder disrupts your ability to eat, creating corresponding preoccupations

    December 20, 2019
  • maternal depression

    How to Best Cope with Maternal Depression

    Maternal depression symptoms can impact the well-being of both women and their families. Research shows that maternal depression affects about one in nine women during pregnancy and up to one year after childbirth. This type of depression has a wide

    November 12, 2019
  • Insomnia and depression

    Understanding the Link Between Depression and Insomnia and How TMS Can Help

    Depression and insomnia are often related conditions. To better understand the link between depression and insomnia, let's first examine each condition individually. Depression, often diagnosed as Major Depressive Disorder, is a medical illness that affects the way a person acts,

    October 24, 2019
  • What Is Psychiatric Medication Management?

    What Is Psychiatric Medication Management?

    Psychiatric medication management, commonly referred to as psychopharmacology, helps people take a comprehensive and personalized approach to identify the right medications to address their mental health symptoms. Psychopharmacology involves working with a psychiatrist who understands the complexities associated with mental

    October 11, 2019
  • Neurofeedback: How Optimizing Your Brain Can Help Treat Depression and Anxiety

    Neurofeedback: How Optimizing Your Brain Can Help Treat Depression and Anxiety

    Neurofeedback, also referred to as electroencephalography (EEG) biofeedback, is a type of brainwave training used to teach the brain how to operate at its fullest capacity. Neurofeedback is sometimes mistaken as biofeedback; however, it is crucial to note the differences

    August 29, 2019
  • What Causes Panic Attacks and How to Manage Them

    What Causes Panic Attacks and How to Manage Them

    A panic attack refers to a sudden period of intense fear. Panic attacks usually reach their peak within minutes of onset, and common panic attack symptoms include: Sweating Shaking Chest pain Nausea Fear of losing control and/or dying Palpitations Shortness

    August 20, 2019
  • Types of Psychotherapy and How They Help Manage Depression

    Types of Psychotherapy and How They Help Manage Depression

    Psychotherapy, also referred to as “talk therapy,” often helps people cope with grief, sadness, and various complex emotions. It may be completed on its own or in conjunction with medications or other therapies. Additionally, psychotherapy may be used to treat

    August 9, 2019
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