Mood swings or emotional turmoil are enough to get both bipolar disorder and borderline personality disorder (BPD) mixed up. It’s too easy to assume that they are the same, with both having intense emotions and unstable behavior. However, it’s best to know the difference so that you or your loved ones can receive the proper […]

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Mental health has finally become part of everyday conversations, but access to proper care is still a challenge for many people. While awareness has increased, too many individuals still struggle to find affordable, timely, and effective mental health services. Long wait times, high costs, and limited availability of professionals leave many without the support they […]

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In the ever-evolving healthcare landscape, nurses are constantly seeking ways to enhance their careers, broaden their knowledge and expand their capabilities to meet the growing demands of patient care. One of the most promising avenues for career advancement is pursuing a post-master’s certification, particularly in the field of psychiatric mental health nursing.  If you’re a […]

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Does psilocybin help PTSD, burnout or depression? In a research article published in JAMA Network Open, this week, researchers presented the results of a randomized clinical trial that tested whether magic mushrooms could help medics recover from high-stress work conditions.1 Two years into the pandemic, burnout, PTSD and depression were slamming frontline medics across the […]

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Cognitive disengagement syndrome (CDS), a condition characterized by excessive daydreaming, sluggishness, and difficulty concentrating.1 While everyone daydreams occasionally, CDS involves a persistent pattern of disengagement that can significantly disrupt daily life, academic performance, and social interactions. Cognitive disengagement syndrome first emerged in the psychology literature during the 1960s and 1970s when researchers saw that some […]

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South Korean cohort study over five years shows little risk of adverse events when patients use SSRIs with methylphenidate contains drugs like Ritalin or Concerta.

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In recent years, ketamine therapy has emerged as a revolutionary treatment option for various mental health disorders, offering hope to individuals who have struggled to find relief through traditional therapies. Originally developed as an anesthetic, ketamine has gained recognition for its rapid-acting antidepressant effects, making it a promising alternative for conditions such as depression, anxiety, […]

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The arrival of a new baby is often depicted as a time of unbridled joy. However, for some women, the postpartum period can be overshadowed by feelings of sadness, anxiety, and even despair. If you’re searching for medications for postpartum depression (PPD), chances are you’re either a new mother struggling with PPD or a partner […]

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