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Is a Mental Health IOP Right for Me?

Added By Harmony Hills Harmony Hills Published: September 8, 2023 Updated: September 7, 2023 An intensive outpatient program (IOP) for mental health is a structured treatment option that provides more support than typical outpatient therapy but does not require the intensive residential stay of an inpatient program. It’s a middle-ground solution designed to assist individuals…

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How To Overcome Trauma

Added By Harmony Hills Harmony Hills Published: August 31, 2023 Updated: August 11, 2023 Psychological and emotional trauma responds to an event that is very disturbing or stressful and challenges a person’s sense of security. During a traumatic event, the body’s natural defenses take over and create a stress reaction known as the fight or…

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Benefits of a Residential Program for Mental Health Treatment

Added By Harmony Hills Harmony Hills Published: August 24, 2023 Updated: August 29, 2023 Residential programs for mental health treatment offer a nurturing and supportive environment that can be transformative in the journey toward mental wellness. The benefits of residential mental health treatment are multifaceted, ranging from continuous professional supervision and personalized treatment plans to…

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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’s an Anxiety Attack?

Added By Harmony Hills Harmony Hills Published: August 17, 2023 Updated: August 30, 2023 When you feel threatened, under pressure, or are facing a challenging situation, the body’s natural fight or flight response is triggered, causing you to feel anxious. Feeling anxious before a job interview, first date, or entering a new situation is normal…

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3 Commonly Used Techniques in Dialectical Behavior Therapy

Added By Harmony Hills Harmony Hills Published: July 31, 2023 Updated: September 7, 2023 Recovery from mental illness isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach. The therapeutic approaches that work for one person may need to be adapted to suit another.  Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) techniques might prove effective for people who haven’t had much success with other…

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What are the Signs of a Narcissist?

Added By Harmony Hills Harmony Hills Published: July 24, 2023 Updated: July 11, 2023 A narcissistic personality disorder (NPD) is a serious mental health condition characterized by an increased sense of self-importance, a constant need for attention and admiration, and a distinct lack of empathy. Such individuals may appear selfish and superficial on the outside,…

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What are the Benefits of a Mental Health Family Support Group?

Added By Harmony Hills Harmony Hills Published: July 20, 2023 Updated: July 11, 2023 The family can play a crucial role in the recovery of a person from mental illness. The benefits of family support groups include educating family members on various aspects of mental health and training them to provide more effective support. If…