by Ryan Nielsen | Feb 28, 2021 | ADHD
Some people believe that medication is the first and only method of treatment for ADHD. The fact of the matter is that everyone is different, and some people can manage their ADHD without ever needing medication. If you don’t want to leap to using medication right off... by Ryan Nielsen | Jan 29, 2021 | Depression Treatment
Despite widespread efforts to remove stigma, depression is still one of the most misunderstood sources of disability in the world. Even with more than 260 million people across the globe dealing with depression, it can still feel difficult to get help. The good news... by Ryan Nielsen | Dec 30, 2020 | Mental Health
Global society is becoming more aware of mental health issues by the day. We talk about it more. We feel a little less stigma towards the topic, but despite that progress, many people still struggle. In recent years, it has become apparent that technology is playing a... by Ryan Nielsen | Nov 30, 2020 | Breast Cancer
A cancer diagnosis is a life-altering experience. It creates uncertainty and a fear of the unknown. This holds especially true for people battling breast cancer. The disease can be painful and the course of treatment, uncomfortable. If you’ve been diagnosed with...
by Ryan Nielsen | Oct 30, 2020 | Depression Treatment
Depression affects an ever-increasing portion of the population. According to the latest data from the World Health Organization (WHO), more than 300 million people worldwide suffer from depression. More than 17 million adults in the United States have experienced an... by Ryan Nielsen | Sep 20, 2020 | Mental Health
Health and wellness are often used as interchangeable phrases, but the distinction between them is actually quite important. While they both relate to physical and mental health, “health” and “wellness” have separate connotations and work... by Ryan Nielsen | Aug 25, 2020 | Mental Health
Exercise is good for us. Health-giving exercise makes the heart pump faster and the lungs expand and contract, pushing more oxygen throughout the body, strengthening our bones, muscles, and support systems. Medical experts, doctors, nurses, licensed dietitians,... by Ryan Nielsen | Aug 30, 2019 | Mental Health
With the rise of TMS therapy as a depressive disorder treatment, we’ve been helping answer questions regarding the procedure. For the most part, prospective patients want to know how it feels. Does it hurt? Is it uncomfortable? These questions, and many more like... by Aaron Kruse | Feb 15, 2018 | Mental Health
The Surgeon General of the United States reports that about 1 in every 5 children experiences significant symptoms of a psychiatric disorder. For most of those children, only about 1 in every 3 are receiving the comprehensive, thorough care they need to function in... by Aaron Kruse | Jan 10, 2018 | Mental Health
Resiliency is defined by the American Psychiatric Association as “the capacity to face and overcome adversity, to bounce back from challenges or difficulties, and cope and adapt to change.” This is an important characteristic for many children, but especially for...