Knowing the steps to getting ADHD medication can help along your path to treatment. Discover who can prescribe these medications and how to get a diagnosis. ADHD is a condition that affects approximately 11% of children aged 3 to 17 years old in the United States and around 6% of adults. Attention deficit ... 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.
How to Get Prescribed ADHD Medication
Morning Anxiety: Causes and Treatment for It
Do you wake up already worried about the day ahead? If your heart races, your breathing quickens and you feel a sense of dread before you get out of bed, you may be struggling with morning anxiety. Waking up with anxiety can make navigating daily life difficult. In some instances, it may also indicate an anxiety ... Read More
What Makes for a Happier and Healthier Workplace
Creating a workplace where employees truly thrive is about more than providing a competitive salary and a modern workspace. Today's most successful organizations understand that workplace well-being depends on fostering environments where people feel valued, supported and mentally healthy. As employers and HR ... Read More
The Cost of Always Being Available at Work and a Guide to Boundaries
Being dedicated to your job is a great way to move up the proverbial corporate ladder, but being too dedicated can quickly erode your mental health and happiness. Unhealthy work boundaries can turn an 8-hour day into a much longer one, preventing you from properly resting and recovering between shifts. Establishing ... Read More
How an Active Life Can Lower Anxiety
Incorporating physical activity into your daily routine is a fast, practical path toward improving your mental health. Especially if you're exploring how to reduce stress and anxiety, regular movement can make a noticeable difference in how you feel each day. Below, we break down the science and outline some ideas for ... Read More
Daily Micro-Habits to Improve Mental Health at Work
The average person spends 30% of their time at work or doing work-related tasks (such as preparing for and commuting to work). If you're going to spend nearly one-third of your week at work, you want to make sure you feel happy and content while there. One area to focus on is incorporating healthy habits at work that ... Read More
Worsening Anxiety: When It’s Time for Treatment
Anxiety is a term often used to mean worried. However, it's more accurately defined as something deeper and more lasting than everyday concerns. Those who suffer from anxiety symptoms are often tempted to downplay or hide them entirely for fear of judgment. If you find yourself nodding at that last sentence, you aren't ... Read More
Vacation Planning for Fun, Recovery, and Mental Health
Vacations are typically considered good for mental health, but for people with mental health and/or substance use disorders, vacations can be mentally stressful or trigger a return to use. While no vacation is guaranteed to be perfect, a little planning can often be a helpful tool for getting the most out of a ... Read More