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 that medication might affect the way they think or feel, and they want to do anything they can to avoid that. Still, it’s important not to see medication as an …
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Daily life involves contending with a lot of emotions. The annoyance caused by our alarm clock, the elation of that first sip of coffee, the anger caused by traffic, or the joy of clocking out of work can all affect our mood whether we are anticipating them to or not. When the emotions of the …
Race – at least the way that we recognize race in the United States – is largely a social construct. The concept of different “races” is not really supported in the science. Skin color, hair color, body shapes – these features may seem to vary in some form from person to person, but biologically there …
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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 physical health issue, emerging research indicates that mental health conditions often play a critical role in its onset or exacerbation. Located in Dallas, TX, Aware Behavioral Health specializes in understanding …
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More and more medical professionals have moved online, especially after the COVID 19 pandemic. Fortunately for many clients, virtual psychiatry makes it far easier to get the help the mental health assistance that they need, which is why we have continued to offer virtual appointments at Aware Behavioral Health. Virtual psychiatric appointments mean that you …
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We’re in the early stages of 2023. Many of you are likely trying to figure out what this year is going to bring and how you can experience a year that is more personally fulfilling. Texas, especially the DFW area, are also going through a lot of changes culturally, economically, technologically, and socially, and you’re …
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When you are ill or in pain, the leading solution is often to go to the doctor who can provide medicine or another solution to help you mitigate the symptoms. So if you are having a problem that involves emotional issues, the ideal provider might be a psychiatrist. Understanding the role of a psychiatrist and …
As a result of changes in the medical industry during COVID and advances in communications technology, virtual healthcare is likely here to stay. For clients seeking psychiatry and mental health care services, telepsychiatry offers many benefits that can be extremely valuable in helping you get the customized care that you need. Why Consider Telepsychiatry in …
Mental health conditions are complex health issues. They often present in changes of emotions, moods, and thoughts. But they can also cause real, physical changes within the brain as well. Treatment for mental health needs to address both of these issues to be effective. The leading ways to treat mental health disorders are through medication …
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Schizophrenia is a complex mental health condition. Understanding the experience of someone living with schizophrenia – or identifying the symptoms in yourself or a family member in order to seek treatment – is not always straightforward. Visual and auditory hallucinations are usually one of the most recognized and apparent symptoms of schizophrenia, but those with …
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