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Prozac vs. Zoloft: What’s the Best Antidepressant?

Prozac vs zoloft

Antidepressants are prescription medicines that help with symptoms of not only depressive disorders. These medications can help with anxiety and social anxiety disorders, seasonal affective disorder, dysthymia, and other related conditions.  When comparing Prozac vs. Zoloft, there are more similarities than differences between the two, yet every medication can affect people differently. How do Antidepressants […]

HIPAA and The Right of Access Initiative

HIPAA and The Right of Access Initiative

The regulatory environment governing health care providers is complex and difficult to navigate. As a licensed health care organization or provider, you’re balancing policy management with high-level patient care, which isn’t an easy feat. Things have also become more complex during the COVID-19 pandemic due to changes in health care reform and a growing number […]

May Mental Health Awareness Month: Support & Guidance

Mental Health Awareness Month

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and there’s perhaps no more important time to talk about mental health conditions in America than right now.  We’re dealing with an ongoing pandemic that’s left many feeling depressed, anxious, and isolated. Events around the world, particularly in Ukraine, are making mental health issues worse for many people. Many […]

Breaking Mental Health Stigma: Strategies for Change

Mental Health Stigma

Unfortunately, mental health stigma leads to isolation, worsening of symptoms, and obstacles to people getting available care. The stigma surrounding mental health can also increase the risk of suicidal thoughts or behaviors. Breaking down social stigma and negative attitudes at every opportunity is critical to help reduce mental health burdens on an individual level and […]

Happy Life Tips – 4 Simple Steps for a Joyful Living

Steps to a Happy Life

Leading a happy life is the goal of all mental health treatment and the aspiration for just about each and every one of us. When stepping into the therapist’s office, deciding to tackle some inner work, or have come to a crisis point and admitted to a facility for treatment, it is essential that you […]

Ending a Toxic Relationship – Steps for a Healthier Future

How to Leave a toxic Relationship

Poets, philosophers, and scientists all agree that relationships are essential for one’s well-being. Good relationships provide emotional support, a sense of security, and belonging. Yet, everyone agrees that it’s better to be alone than in a bad relationship. The reason for this is simple – toxic relationships can impair one’s mental health and even lead […]

Misophonia-Understanding Its Link to Vitamin Deficiency

Misophonia and Vitamin Deficiency

Misophonia is when people experience extreme disgust or anger when they hear sounds other humans make. These sounds might include breathing, chewing, or lip-smacking. The condition causes someone to feel anger and even physical symptoms. Some research is coming to light showing a potential link between misophonia and vitamin deficiency, which we explore more below. […]

Adderall Side Effects: Comprehensive Health Impact Guide

Adderall Side Effects

Adderall side effects can range from mild to severe. The side effects that occur when someone abuses this prescription medicine are more likely to be severe and negative than if someone takes it as prescribed.  Adderall is a brand-name prescription medication. The medication is a combination of amphetamine and dextroamphetamine. Primarily for treating attention deficit […]

What is the Difference Between Serotonin and Dopamine?

Serotonin and Dopamine

Serotonin and dopamine are both neurotransmitters. They are similar brain chemicals, often called happy hormones, but they have differences as well. So what is the difference between serotonin and dopamine? Below we’ll talk more about what each does separately and also how they’re similar. What Is Serotonin? Serotonin is a hormone. The hormone plays a […]

Zoloft’s Effects on Personality: Antidepressant Impact

Can Zoloft Change Your Personality

Zoloft is the brand name of a prescription antidepressant. The generic name is sertraline. People wonder can Zoloft change your personality, and the answer is a little complex. Overall, an antidepressant-like Zoloft won’t change your personality, but there can be side effects to be aware of, which we discuss below. What is Zoloft? Zoloft is […]

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