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What Does it Mean to Have “Treatment Resistant Depression?”
It’s important for anyone struggling with their mental health to understand that when a person struggles with mental illness, their brain chemistry changes. We often
How Psychiatric Treatment Can Improve Relationships and Marriages
When a marriage or relationship is facing challenges, couples often consider joint counseling to address their issues. While couples counseling is highly effective in improving
Psychiatry for Insomnia – Sleep Medications Risks and Benefits
Insomnia is a serious problem. Many of us have the occasional sleepless night. But frequently poor sleep causes health issues, reduces decision making quality, slows
Understanding “Off Label” Medications
Psychiatric medications receive extensive study. Medications that have been approved for conditions such as sleep, anxiety, epilepsy, bipolar disorder, and many others, are typically are
Comorbid Mental Health Issues that Contribute to Erectile Dysfunction
In today’s modern healthcare landscape, the interconnectedness of physical and mental health has garnered significant attention. While erectile dysfunction (ED) is primarily categorized as a
Heat and Mental Health – Hot Summers and Depression
Dallas is hot. Most of next week is expected to be 95 degrees and humid, all with essentially no wind to help cool us down.
How to Manage Seasonal Affective Disorder
Seasonal Affective Disorder, often called SAD or seasonal depression, is a form of depression that develops for a limited period of time, most often in
Medication Assisted Therapy: What to Know About Psychiatrists vs. Psychotherapists
There are many ways to approach treating your mental health, and many treatment providers that can support you during your recovery process. One reason that
“But I Don’t Want to Be Medicated!” – Addressing a Common Fear of Psychiatrists
One issue that many people struggle with when it comes to the field of psychiatry is that they fear being “medicated.” They fear the idea