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How to Handle Mood Swings and Emotional Instability with Coping Skills

Managing mood swings and irritability can affect one’s quality of life, making effective coping skills essential. These skills help individuals manage emotions with greater stability, reducing disruptive or harmful behaviors. Techniques like mindfulness, deep breathing, or journaling can help maintain emotional balance and promote mental well-being. Recognizing when to seek professional help is crucial; therapists…

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What Does Holistic Recovery Mean?

Incorporating holistic therapy into mental health treatment aids recovery by addressing the mind, body, and spirit as interconnected. By fostering a deeper connection with oneself and the environment, holistic therapy empowers individuals to achieve lasting mental wellness. Nurturing inner resources helps manage symptoms and encourages overall well-being and resilience. To learn more about our holistic…

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What Is Smiling Depression?

If you are experiencing suicidal thoughts or behaviors, know that help is available. Dial 988 to reach The Suicide and Crisis Lifeline 24/7 for immediate support.   Living with smiling depression can be an isolating experience, as individuals often mask their internal struggles with a cheerful exterior. This facade makes it difficult for others to recognize…

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6 Art Therapy Activities for Mental Health

Art therapy has become an increasingly popular approach for enhancing mental health and emotional well-being. It provides a unique outlet for those who may struggle to articulate their feelings through words, offering relief and insight through the creative process. As awareness of its benefits continues to grow, more mental health professionals are integrating art therapy…

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TRICARE Mental Health and Therapy Coverage

TRICARE military insurance provides vital support for active duty service members, veterans, and their families seeking mental health therapy. Covering a range of services, including individual counseling, group therapy, and medication management, TRICARE ensures that those who have served our country can access the mental health care they need without financial burden. By using TRICARE,…

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How Anxiety Therapy Can Help Manage Anxiety

Experiencing stress and occasional anxiety is a normal part of life. Generally, when the event causing the stress and anxiety is over, the feelings pass in a reasonable amount of time. However, feelings of excessive fear and worry remain ever-present for millions of Americans, leading to an anxiety disorder. Anxiety can take many forms and…

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The Importance of Self-Love and Positive Affirmations

Many struggling with substance abuse and mental health issues find themselves confronted with a self-deprecating, self-doubting inner voice. This can cause individuals to experience negative emotions and encourage unhealthy mental states, making self-love a challenge. Overcoming these struggles and healing means overcoming negative thought patterns through positive affirmations, humility, and trust in something greater. It…

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What Is CRAFT?

Family involvement plays a crucial role in addiction recovery, significantly enhancing the chances of a successful outcome. The Community Reinforcement and Family Training (CRAFT) method empowers families to engage constructively with their loved ones struggling with addiction, promoting communication and understanding rather than confrontation. By fostering a supportive environment, families can encourage positive behavioral changes…

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What Are the Treatment Options for Histrionic Personality Disorder?

Histrionic personality disorder (HPD) is one of a larger group of mental health disorders called “Cluster B” personality disorders. This subset of personality disorders is characterized by overly emotional, dramatic, and erratic behaviors. Other “Cluster B” personality disorders include antisocial personality disorder, borderline personality disorder, and narcissistic personality disorder. It is common for individuals to…

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Holiday Anxiety Management and Tips to Cope with Stress

While the holiday season is viewed by most as a time of happiness and celebration, it can also be an emotionally charged time that challenges coping skills. Even those who love the holidays can succumb to feeling stressed, anxious, exhausted, and overwhelmed. The holiday season can exacerbate symptoms for people who already struggle with mental…

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