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Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is Transcendental Meditation?How Does It Work?How It ComparesResearch on BenefitsLearning This Technique Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is Transcendental Meditation? How Does It Work? How It Compares Research on Benefits Learning This Technique Close You can learn this form ofmeditationfrom a certified TM instructor in a few days, but you can also learn the basics here. Those who practice transcendental meditation may experience a decrease in stress and anxiety within minutes....

Close What Are ECT and TMS? ECT and TMS are two different therapy models, let’s see how they compare. ECTApplies direct currents to the head to produce a therapeutic seizureHas side effects (e.g., headache, muscle aches, nausea, etc.)Used in the treatment of severe depressionMay be too extreme for some patientsTMSDoes not involve direct electrical currents to patient’s headHas few side effectsMay be used if the patient does not respond to ECT...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is Transference-Focused Therapy?TechniquesTFP in Other ConditionsBenefits of TFPEffectivenessQuestions about TFPHow to Get Started Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is Transference-Focused Therapy? Techniques TFP in Other Conditions Benefits of TFP Effectiveness Questions about TFP How to Get Started Close Transference-focused therapy (TFP) forborderline personality disorder (BPD)is a type ofpsychotherapythat focuses on using your relationship with your therapist to change how you relate to other people in the world....

Close Key TakeawaysWinter, like any seasonal change, can create additional mental health barriers for disabled people.Seasonal Affective Disorder is a condition experts are paying attention to this time of year.Just because winter doesn’t bring ice and snow in your particular climate doesn’t mean it won’t create complications for those with disabilities. Key Takeaways Winter, like any seasonal change, can create additional mental health barriers for disabled people.Seasonal Affective Disorder is a condition experts are paying attention to this time of year....

Close What are the options when there are concerns about transportinga resistant teento a program that could help them? Perhaps you’ve found atreatment programto provide the help your troubled teen desperately needs, but your teen refuses to go and threatens to run away if you try to force them. Or perhaps you have fears your teen may try to physically harm themselves or someone else if you transport them to the program, especially if it’s far away....

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Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsPrescription MedicationsPsychological TherapiesComplementary TreatmentsLifestyle ChangesFinding TreatmentNext in Bipolar Disorder GuideLiving With Bipolar Disorder Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Prescription Medications Psychological Therapies Complementary Treatments Lifestyle Changes Finding Treatment Next in Bipolar Disorder Guide Close Bipolar disorder is typically a lifelong illness with episodes that are highly variable and unique to each individual. Treatment is complex and often involves more than one medication over time....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsUnderstanding Complex TraumaComplex Trauma in the LGBTQIA+ CommunityImpactTrauma-Informed CareHealing and RecoveryAdvocacy and Support Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Understanding Complex Trauma Complex Trauma in the LGBTQIA+ Community Impact Trauma-Informed Care Healing and Recovery Advocacy and Support Close When somebody has repeated exposure to traumatic events and experiences, they may develop complex trauma. Complex trauma is one of the LGBTQIA+ community’s biggest challenges – it affects LGBTQIA+ people at a higher rate than the population as a whole, for reasons including discrimination, bullying, abuse, and isolation....

Close Bilateral cingulotomy is a type of brain surgery considered a last resort for people withobsessive-compulsive disorder(OCD). It is also used to treat major depression and occasionally chronic pain for persons who haven’t found relief from any other form of therapy. This surgery targets two parts of the brain: Surgical procedures in psychiatry are controversial, and most doctors will not perform a bilateral cingulotomy unless all other avenues of treatment have been exhausted....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTypes of PhobiasAntidepressantsMOAIsBenzodiazepinesBeta-BlockersOther Phobia MedicationsDiscontinuing Phobia MedicationInteractions and Warnings Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Types of Phobias Antidepressants MOAIs Benzodiazepines Beta-Blockers Other Phobia Medications Discontinuing Phobia Medication Interactions and Warnings Aphobiainvolves an intense and irrational fear of an object or situation.While cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is often the first-line treatment for these conditions, phobia medication is sometimes used in addition to therapy....

Close If you or a loved one are struggling with OCD or postpartum issues, contact theSubstance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) National Helplineat1-800-662-4357for information on support and treatment facilities in your area.For more mental health resources, see ourNational Helpline Database. If you or a loved one are struggling with OCD or postpartum issues, contact theSubstance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) National Helplineat1-800-662-4357for information on support and treatment facilities in your area....

Close Typical antipsychotics sometimes referred to as first-generation antipsychotics, are a class of psychotropic drug used to treat the symptoms ofpsychosis. Psychosis is defined as a behavior in which a person loses touch with reality, often manifesting with hallucinations anddelusions. Despite the possible side effects, typical antipsychotics still have their place in the first-line treatment of certain mental illnesses as well as in subsequent therapies when other drugs fail. Conditions Associated With Psychotic Episodes The physical conditions most commonly associated with psychosis include epilepsy, advanced HIV infection, Parkinson’s disease, stroke, brain tumors, aging-related dementia, and methamphetamine abuse....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsEvidence-Based Addiction TreatmentHarm ReductionMedicationsTherapyTwelve-Step FacilitationOther ApproachesChoosing a Specialist Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Evidence-Based Addiction Treatment Harm Reduction Medications Therapy Twelve-Step Facilitation Other Approaches Choosing a Specialist Whileopioid addictionis serious and challenging, treatments that address the physical, psychological, and social aspects of substance use disorders can help. This article explores the available treatments and discusses which opioid addiction treatments are most effective....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is Psychosis and Psychotic Conditions?Therapy for Psychotic DisordersMedications for Psychotic DisordersCAM & OTC MedicationsHow to Make Treatment Effective Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is Psychosis and Psychotic Conditions? Therapy for Psychotic Disorders Medications for Psychotic Disorders CAM & OTC Medications How to Make Treatment Effective Close Psychosis can be a symptom of several mental health conditions. It’s a lot more common than people often think—according to the National Institute of Mental Health, it affects about 100 out of every 100,000 people each year....

Close People with panic disorder frequently want to know if there is any technique ormedicationthat can completely rid them of symptoms. The truth is that panic disorder can never be entirely cured. However, it can be effectively managed to the point that it no longer significantly impairs your life. One reason why there is no permanent cure is that panic disorder varies greatly from person to person. What works for one person may not be effective at all for another....