Added By Harmony Hills Harmony Hills Published: August 22, 2024 Updated: August 2, 2024 Dealing with both mental health concerns and substance abuse can be overwhelming. When these issues occur together, it’s called a dual diagnosis. If you think you or someone you know might need help, consider reaching out to professionals for the proper…
Added By Harmony Hills Harmony Hills Published: October 2, 2023 Updated: November 1, 2023 Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is a severe mental health disorder that affects over four million Americans. Individuals struggling with BPD have difficulty managing their emotions and behaviors, and those with BPD and relationships do not often mix well. It’s difficult to…
Added By Harmony Hills Harmony Hills Published: August 28, 2023 Updated: September 20, 2023 PHQ-9 Depression Questionnaire is a valuable tool used widely in the mental health field. This easy-to-use and efficient instrument helps clinicians and individuals assess the presence and severity of depression. Designed as a self-report questionnaire, the PHQ-9 scale asks about various…
Added By Harmony Hills Harmony Hills Published: May 3, 2023 Updated: April 16, 2024 Dissociative identity disorder (DID), formerly known as multiple personality disorder, is a complex mental health condition characterized by two or more recognizably distinct personality states. The exact prevalence of DID is challenging to determine because individuals with DID may not seek…
Added By Harmony Hills Harmony Hills Published: February 8, 2022 Updated: October 2, 2023 Alprazolam, or Xanax, is the most commonly prescribed benzodiazepine, a prescription drug class that produces a sedative effect. Xanax is a fast-acting drug mainly used to treat insomnia, anxiety disorders, and panic disorders effectively. GABA is a neurotransmitter that suppresses the…