Jake Heraty
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What are the Side Effects Of ADHD Medication?
For those with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), the daily fight to maintain focus can be exhausting. While therapeutic approaches may ease symptoms, the more direct approach is with medication. Still, the side effects of ADHD medication can also worsen your situation. What are the Medications for ADHD? ADHD medication is not a cure for the condition.…
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What is Exposure Therapy?
Exposure therapy is a technique that puts you face-to-face with your biggest fears and forces you to develop coping mechanisms. As such, it’s become a prominent tool for those who struggle with an anxiety disorder. But how effective is exposure therapy, and what types can you choose? What are the Types of Exposure Therapy? While…
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What Is Agoraphobia? Symptoms, Causes, and How to Treat It
Agoraphobia is an anxiety disorder that goes beyond a fear of open spaces. Learn how to recognize the symptoms, understand the causes, and explore treatment options that can help.
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What are the Early Signs of Schizophrenia?
As a parent, it’s in your best interest to understand your child’s mental health. With that, you may wonder what the early signs of schizophrenia are. Admittedly, it’s rare for a child to be diagnosed with schizophrenia. Most diagnoses occur in late teens or early adulthood. Still, a child can start developing symptoms. What is…
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What is Dermatillomania?
When we experience stress, our brain and body naturally develop coping mechanisms. However, not all techniques are healthy. Some may binge eat and others may turn to alcohol. In rarer cases, you may develop dermatillomania. Dermatillomania (or excoriation disorder) is a condition marked by compulsive skin-picking as a response to stress and discomfort. This practice…
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What are the Medications for Bipolar Disorder?
Bipolar disorder is marked by a significant shift in brain functionality and emotions. These shifts are categorized by manic and depressive episodes, both of which can inhibit daily responsibilities. To better manage these shifts, doctors will recommend medication. But which is best for you and what are the side effects? Bipolar Medication List To manage…
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Saffron for ADHD: Benefits, Dosage, and What the Research Shows
Discover how saffron may support ADHD symptoms. Explore potential benefits, recommended dosages, safety tips, and what research says about using saffron for focus, mood, and hyperactivity.
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What is Pure Obsessional OCD?
Pure obsessional OCD (obsessive-compulsive disorder) is when one struggles with obsessive thoughts, but doesn’t act on them. Since this removes many of the complications associated with the disorder, it may be assumed this subtype isn’t so bad. Still, pure obsessional OCD can come with its own complications. Pure Obsessional OCD Defined Pure obsessional OCD is…
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What Is Anhedonia? Understanding This Key Symptom of Depression
Discover what anhedonia is, its symptoms, causes, and treatments to find relief from this common mental health condition.
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Are People With Schizophrenia Dangerous?
Symptoms of schizophrenia are prone to various misconceptions and prejudices. One question many uninformed people ask is, “Are people with schizophrenia dangerous?” Admittedly, schizophrenia is polarizing in nature. Its symptoms are complex and the condition’s elements can be dangerous. However, we guarantee many of these elements are twisted out of proportion. What is Schizophrenia? Schizophrenia…