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The Relationship Between Dementia and Sleep
As a medical professional, one of the questions I often hear from concerned family members and caregivers of dementia patients is, “Do dementia patients sleep a lot?” This is a valid concern, as sleep patterns can greatly impact the overall health and…
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Supporting a Loved One with Schizophrenia
Nurturing and Assisting a Loved One with Schizophrenia Schizophrenia is a serious mental disorder that affects approximately 1% of the global population. This means that millions of people around the world are living with this complex condition that can have a significant…
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12 Proven Coping Skills for Bipolar Disorder
Many with bipolar disorder describe feeling like a “medication guinea pig,” cycling through prescriptions that either create numbness or fail to provide relief. This instability permeates every aspect of life, threatening careers, relationships, and a fundamental sense of self. Too many people…
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How Does TMS Therapy for Anxiety Work?
Anxiety disorder is a common mental health issue that affects millions of people around the world. Fortunately, there are several treatments available for those who suffer from anxiety and major depressive disorder, including transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) therapy. But how does TMS…
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The Real Pros and Cons of TMS Therapy
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) therapy is a non-invasive, drug-free treatment option for people with major depressive disorder. It can help reduce symptoms of treatment-resistant depression (TRD) and improve mood in some patients who have not responded well to traditional treatments such as…
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Guide to Diagnosis and Treatment for Mild Cognitive Impairment
Are you looking for the right treatment for mild cognitive impairment (MCI)? Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) is a condition that affects memory and other thinking skills. It can be caused by aging, medical conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease, stroke, or even certain…
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Mild Cognitive Impairment vs Dementia (Symptoms and Treatments Comparison)
Many are still confused about the differences between mild cognitive impairment vs dementia. Although both are common mental health issues of older patients, mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and dementia are two distinct conditions. Still, they can both lead to memory loss and…
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Is PTSD An Anxiety Disorder?
Is PTSD an anxiety disorder? According to the NIH, Post-traumatic Stress Disorder, or PTSD, is considered an anxiety disorder and is considered one of the major types in this class along with Generalized Anxiety Disorder (OCD), Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Panic Disorder, and…
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What Every Patient Needs to Know About Psychiatry Telemedicine
We live in a virtual world where the connection from Thailand to Texas is only a touchscreen away. As communications and the internet evolves, so does the ability for us to communicate with anyone in real-time. Psychiatry telemedicine (including online therapy services)…
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When to See a Psychiatrist for Child Mental Health Issues
Commonly Diagnosed Child Mental Health Problems Before consulting a psychiatrist for child mental health disorders, there are a couple of important things that you need to know. There are many types and variations of Childhood Mental Health Disorders which include: Amongst the…
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Dementia Vs Alzheimer’s Test: What Is the Difference?
Dementia is the loss of cognitive and emotional abilities that are severe enough to interfere with an individual’s daily functioning and quality of life. On the other hand, Alzheimer’s disease is a degenerative brain disease caused by brain changes that result from…
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A Guide to PTSD Symptoms and Causes
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a psychiatric disorder resulting from a person witnessing or being a part of a traumatic event or events. The pathophysiology of PTSD is not well understood. The event could be from one exposure or repetitive exposure to…
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