How to Help a Friend During a PTSD Episode

How to Help a Friend During a PTSD Episode

Nearly everyone can recall some bad memories that they would prefer to forget about. Part of being human is experiencing ups and downs, good times and bad. However, traumatic events can have a lasting impact on our mental health. You may be familiar with PTSD, or post-traumatic stress disorder. This common mental health disorder is …

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Could My Child Have ADHD?

Could My Child Have ADHD?

Did you know that ADHD is one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders diagnosed in childhood? Over 6 million children in the United States have been diagnosed with this disorder, according to the CDC. ADHD is so common that most people know of at least one person who lives with ADHD. It can present in …

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Testosterone’s Link to Depression

In recent years, researchers have focused on the effects of testosterone deficiency, especially among men. In fact, as men age, testosterone levels drop very gradually, about 1% to 2% each year. The testes produce less testosterone as there are fewer signals from the pituitary telling the testes to make testosterone, and a protein referred to …

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What is SAD?

Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that’s related to changes in seasons — symptoms of SAD begin and end around roughly the same time every year. If you’re like most people with SAD, your symptoms tend to start in the fall and continue into the winter months, sapping your energy and making …

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Gastroparesis Holiday Travel Tips

Gastroparesis Holiday Travel Tips

Gastroparesis is a disorder that causes the stomach to empty too slowly, causing nausea, vomiting, pain bloating, fullness, and/or reflux. As there are currently very few effective treatments for the condition, most patients rely on careful adherence to dietary and lifestyle modifications to minimize symptoms. Traveling during the busy holiday season while managing this lifestyle …

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It’s Mental Health Screening Awareness Month!

It’s Mental Health Screening Awareness Month!

October is National Depression and Mental Health Screening Awareness Month. Depression can affect anyone regardless of age or gender. There is no single cause; it can stem from a combination of genetic and environmental factors. Additionally, the COVID-19 pandemic has caused more people to experience symptoms of depression, so now is a good time to …

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Unique Strengths and Benefits of ADHD

Unique Strengths and Benefits of ADHD

Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, is a very common condition that affects about over 6 million children in the United States. ADHD can afflict anyone at any age, but it can be difficult to diagnose early in life as some symptoms of the condition align with typical childlike behavior. When receiving a diagnosis of any …

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Remedies for Treating Child Constipation

Remedies for Treating Child Constipation

Accurately diagnosing and treating conditions among children can come with its challenges, and no parent wants to see their child suffer. Nearly everyone has experienced constipation at some point in their life, whether it be due to eating something in particular or a chronic condition. By definition, constipation is a condition in which a person …

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