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Evidence-based articles on mental health, treatment options, and what to expect from psychiatric care, written by our clinical team.

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What Is TMS Therapy? A Plain-Language Guide

TMS (Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation) is an FDA-approved, non-invasive treatment for depression and other mental health conditions. Here is what to expect.

March 15, 20262 min read

TelepsychiatryMental Health

Telepsychiatry vs. In-Person Care: What's the Difference?

Both telepsychiatry and in-person psychiatry can be highly effective. Here is how to decide which is right for your situation.

February 20, 20262 min read

ADHDMental Health

ADHD in Adults: Signs You Might Have Missed

ADHD is frequently underdiagnosed in adults, especially in women and high achievers. Learn the signs, the impact, and what effective treatment looks like today.

January 10, 20262 min read

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Understanding Your Mental Health Insurance Benefits (And What to Do If You're Denied)

Mental health insurance benefits are more confusing than they should be. Here's a practical guide to understanding what's covered, how to verify benefits, and what to do when coverage is denied.

October 20, 20244 min read

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ADHD and Autism: Understanding the Overlap and Why Dual Diagnosis Matters

ADHD and autism frequently co-occur, and the overlap in symptoms makes accurate diagnosis challenging. Getting both diagnoses right changes treatment significantly.

October 5, 20243 min read

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Pharmacogenomic Testing: Can Your DNA Tell You Which Psychiatric Medications Will Work?

A cheek swab can now reveal how your genetic profile affects how you metabolize psychiatric medications. Here's what pharmacogenomic testing can and can't tell you.

September 20, 20243 min read

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The Psychiatric Staffing Crisis: How Clinics Can Close the Gap with Telepsychiatry

Mental health clinics across the country are struggling with psychiatric provider shortages. Telepsychiatry partnerships offer a practical, scalable solution to close staffing gaps quickly.

September 3, 20243 min read

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Your First Telehealth Psychiatry Appointment: What to Expect

If you've never had a psychiatric appointment via telehealth before, it's natural to feel uncertain about what the experience will be like. Here's exactly what to expect.

August 20, 20244 min read

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Mental Health After Stroke: What Survivors Need to Know About Post-Stroke Psychiatric Care

Depression affects up to one-third of stroke survivors and significantly worsens neurological recovery. Here's what post-stroke psychiatric care looks like and why it matters.

August 1, 20243 min read

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Parkinson's Disease and Mental Health: The Neuropsychiatric Side No One Talks About

Depression, anxiety, and cognitive changes affect up to 50% of people with Parkinson's disease, and are often undertreated. Here's what to know about the neuropsychiatric aspects of Parkinson's.

July 15, 20243 min read

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TMS for Autism Spectrum Disorder: What the Emerging Research Shows

TMS is being studied as a treatment for high-functioning autism, with early evidence suggesting improvements in social cognition, repetitive behaviors, and executive function. Here's what we know.

July 1, 20244 min read

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TMS Therapy Effectiveness: What the Research Actually Shows

TMS has FDA approval and decades of clinical research behind it. Here's a clear-eyed look at what the evidence shows about who responds, how well, and what to expect.

June 15, 20244 min read

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OCD Is Not About Being Clean: What OCD Actually Looks Like

OCD is one of the most trivialized and misunderstood psychiatric conditions. 'I'm so OCD about my desk' does real harm. Here's what OCD actually is, and what effective treatment looks like.

June 3, 20244 min read

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Dementia Prevention: What the Research Actually Says About Protecting Your Brain

Up to 40% of dementia cases may be preventable through modifiable risk factors. Here's what the strongest evidence says about protecting cognitive function as you age.

May 20, 20244 min read

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5 Myths About Bipolar Disorder That Keep People From Getting Help

Bipolar disorder is one of the most misunderstood psychiatric conditions. These five myths, still widely believed, prevent people from seeking treatment that could change their lives.

May 5, 20244 min read

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PTSD in Veterans: Evidence-Based Treatment Options in 2024

PTSD affects roughly 20% of veterans who served in post-9/11 conflicts. Here's an honest overview of the most effective treatments available today, including CPT, EMDR, and TMS.

April 20, 20244 min read

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Burnout vs. Depression: How to Tell the Difference (and Why It Matters)

Burnout and depression share many symptoms and often co-occur. But they have different causes and require different treatments. Here's how to distinguish them.

April 1, 20243 min read

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ADHD in Women: Why So Many Cases Are Still Being Missed

ADHD in women and girls presents differently than the hyperactive-boy stereotype, leading to decades of missed diagnoses. Here's what it actually looks like, and why getting the right diagnosis changes everything.

March 15, 20243 min read

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The Sleep-Mental Health Connection: Why Rest Is a Psychiatric Treatment

Poor sleep doesn't just follow from mental health problems. It causes them. Understanding the bidirectional relationship between sleep and psychiatric health changes how we treat both.

March 1, 20243 min read

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High-Functioning Anxiety: The Hidden Struggle Behind a Productive Exterior

High-functioning anxiety doesn't look like anxiety from the outside. Externally, people appear composed, productive, and put-together. Internally, they're exhausted, constantly worried, and running on fear.

February 20, 20244 min read

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How Telepsychiatry Is Closing the Mental Health Gap in Rural Communities

Millions of rural Americans live in counties with no psychiatrist at all. Telepsychiatry is changing that, and the research shows it's just as effective as in-person care.

February 5, 20243 min read

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Understanding Treatment-Resistant Depression: When Antidepressants Aren't Enough

If two or more antidepressants haven't worked for you, you may have treatment-resistant depression. Here's what that means, why it happens, and what options (including TMS) can help.

January 15, 20243 min read