May Is Mental Health Awareness Month

May Is Mental Health Awareness Month

Spring has sprung, and with it comes May and Mental Health Awareness Month. It’s a time to shine a light on the importance of mental well-being, to reduce the stigma surrounding mental health conditions, and to remind everyone that taking care of our minds is just as...

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Which Mental Health Professionals Can Prescribe Medication?

Which Mental Health Professionals Can Prescribe Medication?

Navigating mental health care can be confusing if you aren’t familiar with your options. A variety of different mental health services are available. There's also a range of different treatment providers with various specialties and levels of education. So who can...

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Do You Need a Referral to See a Psychiatrist?

Do You Need a Referral to See a Psychiatrist?

Everyone has their own preferences about psychiatric medications. Some people want to avoid taking them at all costs, and others need medications to improve their symptoms in the short or long term. Ideally, your psychiatrist should take your thoughts into...

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How to Explain Depression to the Ones You Love Most

How to Explain Depression to the Ones You Love Most

Depression looks different on everyone. It can be very hard to spot if a loved one hasn’t told you they’re feeling depressed. For some, it can look like exhaustion or social withdrawal. Communicating to your loved ones about your depression is an important way to gain...

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Prolonged Grief Disorder and Resources for College Students

Prolonged Grief Disorder and Resources for College Students

About one-third of college students in the U.S. have had at least one friend or family member who died within the past year. For someone experiencing prolonged grief disorder, their symptoms of grief are more intense and last longer than social, cultural or religious...

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