Stress is common and is felt by most individuals. However, sometimes that stress can spiral out of control and feel too much to handle. When you struggle with physical or emotional symptoms, that can be a sign that you are dealing with too much stress. If you feel overwhelmed by stress, it may be time…
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If you live in Florida, you know its benefits to other places. It’s truly a one-of-a-kind place. If you’re seeking mental health treatment, then you may want to consider a treatment program somewhere where you know you can continue your way of life. With Harmony Hills, that is an option. Our residential mental health program…
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If you have been struggling with mental health disorder symptoms, you know how debilitating these symptoms can be. The symptoms of mental illness can take over every aspect of your life. But when you seek care, it can be hard to determine where to turn for help. However, finding the right help can make all…
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Traumatic events can follow you through your daily life if they are not properly processed. Many traumatic events occur daily, such as the grief of losing a loved one, experiencing a natural disaster, or being a victim of violence. Because these events happen so often, it is important to have proper coping mechanisms. But sometimes,…
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Most individuals will deal with trauma in their lives. However, how can you know when trauma has affected your life beyond what is normal? The truth is trauma affects different people in different ways. This means there may be no way to gauge what might be considered a normal trauma response. However, if you find…
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Many mental health disorders require a two-pronged approach to treatment, involving a combination of therapy and medication. Regardless of diagnosis, how individuals respond to medications is often a process of trial and error. A medication management program in Florida is essential to comprehensive mental health treatment. Medication management involves the initial evaluation of the need…
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Defined as an event that threatens our sense of safety, whether real or perceived, a traumatic event can have a lasting emotional and psychological impact. It is normal to think, act, and feel differently following a traumatic event. For most, these effects subside after a short time, and the details of the trauma begin to…
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Why Veterans Should Enroll in the VA Healthcare System by Lisa Dean Florida has consistently been one of the top three most populated states in the country consisting of nearly 1.5M Veterans. However, over half of the Veterans that suffer from substance abuse, homelessness, and mental health concerns, are not enrolled with their…
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Millions of people will experience a mental health crisis at some point in their lives. Many will be able to tend to their mental health needs with the support of friends and family, with outpatient treatment, or both. Still, others with more serious treatment needs will turn to residential mental health treatment. After taking the…
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by Lisa Dean The VA has taken a focus on not only the physical health of veterans but the mental health of men and women who suffer from Eating Disorders (ED). Dr. Robin Masheb conducted the first study to examine Atypical Anorexia Nervosa (ANN) that associated post 9/11 veterans who suffer from bulimia, binge eating,…
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