Blogs & Education on Mental Health
Understanding Female Orgasmic Disorder and its Intersection with Depression and Cultural Norms
Jan 16, 2025
Female Orgasmic Disorder (FOD) is a condition in the DSM-5-TR characterized by difficulties achieving orgasm or a reduced intensity of orgasmic sensations during sexual activities. This disorder often co-occurs with…
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The Impact of Isolation on Substance Use Recovery
Jan 14, 2025
Isolation is a common experience for many individuals struggling with substance use disorders (SUDs). It can manifest in various forms, including physical separation from others and emotional withdrawal. While some…
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Understanding Co-Occurring Mental Health Disorders with Substance Use and Addiction
Jan 14, 2025
Understanding Co-Occurring Mental Health Disorders with Substance Use and Addiction Co-occurring mental health disorders, also known as dual diagnosis or comorbidity, occur when an individual simultaneously experiences both a mental…
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Holistic Care in Mental Health Recovery: A Comprehensive Approach
Jan 11, 2025
Mental health recovery is often viewed through a clinical lens, focusing primarily on medication and traditional therapy. However, holistic care encompasses a broader perspective that considers the individual's entire well-being—mental,…
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Trauma and Somatic Practices: An Integrative Approach to Healing
Jan 10, 2025
Trauma, an overwhelming experience that often disrupts an individual's sense of safety and well-being, has significant implications for mental health. Traditional approaches to trauma treatment typically emphasize cognitive and emotional…
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Clinicians’ Caution in Discussing Psychotropic Medications: A Reflection on Education, Practice, and Ethics
Jan 10, 2025
When clinicians discuss psychotropic drugs with prescribers, their approach is often cautious and nuanced. This caution can stem from various factors, including their educational background, the environment in which they…
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Understanding Paraphilic Disorders: Frotteurism and Exhibitionism
Jan 10, 2025
This article aims to shed light on the complexities of paraphilic disorders, emphasizing the importance of proper diagnosis, treatment, and clinical support in managing these conditions. Paraphilic disorders are characterized…
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Understanding Systematic Risk Factors Leading to Infidelity and Treatment Approaches
Jan 10, 2025
Infidelity, a complex and multifaceted issue, is influenced by numerous systematic risk factorsand has far-reaching consequences for both individuals and relationships. By examining theserisk factors, potential consequences, and treatment options,…
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The Power of Jungian Shadow Work: An Exploration of the Unconscious Self
Jan 8, 2025
Jungian shadow work is a concept derived from the theories of Carl Gustav Jung, a Swiss psychiatrist and psychoanalyst who emphasized the importance of the unconscious in shaping human behavior…