If you've ever had a migraine, you know firsthand how debilitating it can be. Be they chronic or episodic, migraines can leave you out of commission for days at a time. Unfortunately, the cause of this condition can be hard to pin down, making attempts at prevention a challenge. Recent research has illuminated a ... Read More
Behavioral & Mental Health
Approximately 18.5% of adults in the U.S. have experienced mental illness. These disorders include depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder among others. This learning center explores the reality of mental health and the treatment needed. The stigma surrounding this issue prevents people from reaching out for quality help when a better life is possible. Our mental health licensed professionals treat patients with a variety of conditions and inform our topics found in this section.
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Common Medications for Treating ADD/ADHD
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), formerly known as attention deficit disorder (ADD), is a condition that reduces the brain chemicals responsible for regulating attention, organization, emotions and actions. ADHD is one of the most common mental and developmental disorders. The Centers for Disease ... Read More
Ozempic and Weight Loss Drugs: The Mental Health Risks
If you keep up with headlines, you've likely seen the buzz about weight loss drugs like Ozempic. These revolutionary drugs have made weight loss as simple as taking an injection or a pill, and the results speak for themselves. Countless celebrities have opened up about taking the medication, causing its popularity ... Read More
Body Dysmorphia in Men and Its Impact on Mental Health
Body image issues are most often discussed in the media as a problem affecting women and girls, but body dysmorphia in men has been known about since at least the 1800s, when a French psychologist described it as "l'obsession de la honte du corps." Body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) in men is an obsession with the body, ... Read More
Men’s Shorter Lifespans: The Mental Health Factor
On average, women's life expectancy is 5.8 years longer than men in the United States. This is a sizable enough difference that any man should be learning about what they can do to increase their odds. Many factors play into this life span gap, including mental health. Some mental health conditions men have a higher ... Read More
The Most Common Meds for Treating Anxiety
Imagine waking up in the morning with a tight feeling in your chest and your body in fight-or-flight mode with no logical explanation why. Your palms are sweaty and your heart is racing, yet there's no immediate threat. This is true for your body, but to your mind, the threat seems real, and it encourages your body to ... Read More
Is Xanax an Opioid?
What type of drug is Xanax? Is Xanax an opioid, or is Xanax a benzo? These are important questions that can help you understand what this medication is and how it works. Xanax is the brand name for the drug alprazolam, which is frequently used to treat anxiety and panic disorders. It was first approved by the U.S. ... Read More
The Most Common Meds for Treating Depression
If you're one of the millions of Americans who suffer from depression, you might be considering medication to help treat the condition. Antidepressant medications are a common, effective way to treat depression. But if it's your first time going down this route, it can feel scary and overwhelming. An excellent place to ... Read More
