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What Is the PHQ-9 Scale?

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…

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Taking Medication for Depression: What to Know

Added By Harmony Hills Harmony Hills Published: August 17, 2023 Updated: August 29, 2023 If you have been diagnosed with depression, your doctor may recommend medications as part of your treatment plan. But knowing what to expect when taking medication for depression can be confusing and overwhelming. You may wonder about the different types of…

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What Mental Health Conditions Can REBT Treat?

Added By Harmony Hills Harmony Hills Published: August 9, 2023 Updated: March 28, 2024 When it comes to mental health conditions such as depression and anxiety, Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy (REBT) can provide a powerful avenue for healing. But what is REBT? And how does it help treat these common issues? Let’s take a closer…

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Questions to Ask About Depression Treatment

Added By Harmony Hills Harmony Hills Published: April 27, 2023 Updated: May 4, 2023 Not all mental health treatment centers are the same, and what makes one center ideally suited for one person may make it an inferior fit for another. Every center has different treatment programs and specialties, just like every individual has different…

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Why Your Mental Health as a Veteran Matters to Others

Added By Harmony Hills Harmony Hills Published: January 4, 2023 Updated: January 19, 2023 Americans highly regard the men and women who serve in the United States Armed Forces. Their bravery and selflessness in serving as protectors of our nation and our freedoms deserve our honor, respect, and gratitude. These jobs are physically, mentally, and…

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Suicidal Thoughts: What They Are and How You Should Respond

Added By Harmony Hills Harmony Hills Published: December 28, 2022 Updated: November 18, 2022 Suicide, the act of intentionally taking one’s own life, is the 10th leading cause of death in the United States, according to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, and claims nearly 47,000 lives annually. The rates of attempted suicide, harming oneself…

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The Connections Between the LGBTQ Community and Mental Health

Added By Harmony Hills Harmony Hills Published: December 20, 2022 Updated: March 28, 2024 Mental health refers to our psychological state of well-being. Our mental well-being impacts how we think, feel, and act as we navigate daily life. It influences how we manage stress, how we interact with others, and how we make decisions. Research…

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Benefits of Behavioral Counseling

Added By Harmony Hills Harmony Hills Published: December 16, 2022 Updated: December 22, 2022 In addiction recovery, behavioral counseling is a main part of treatment. This type of therapy offers many benefits for those who participate in it. Several types of therapy fall under evidence-based treatment as effective at combating addiction. If you feel concerned…