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Mental Health

PMHNP Psychiatric Assessments vs. Full Psychological Evaluations: What’s the Difference?

There are two types of evaluations- a psychiatric assessment and a full psychological evaluation. There are important distinction between them. While both types of assessments aim to understand your mental health needs, they differ in depth, purpose, and who conducts them.

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June is PTSD Awareness Month: A Call to Acknowledge, Understand, and Act

PTSD is a human response to trauma, and while science offers promising treatments, government and industry delays demand action from those still fighting for veterans' healing.

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Why Anxiety Disorders Are So Difficult to Treat — And Why We Excel at It

Anxiety is complex. But with the right people in your corner, it becomes manageable. You don’t need to white-knuckle your way through it. You need a team that gets it—and gets you.

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First Break Psychosis: Why Timing, Treatment, and Tolerability Matter

Early detection and intervention in first-episode psychosis (FEP) significantly improve clinical, functional, and economic outcomes, with growing evidence supporting rapid treatment initiation

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Anhedonia: The Overlooked Core of Depression

This article explores the critical role of anhedonia in depression, highlighting emerging treatments like SAINT TMS and vortioxetine that target the brain’s reward systems to restore motivation, engagement, and meaning in life.

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Why Do We Have Physical Symptoms with Mental Anxiety?

Anxiety is more than just a mental or emotional experience; it often manifests physically as well. Understanding why this happens can help you manage these symptoms more effectively.

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