PTSD AND TMS Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a complex disorder which begins with one or more traumatic events and persists for many months or years. The trauma often occurs in childhood, usually stemming from physical, emotional or sexual abuse. Alternatively, it can arise in adulthood, again associated with abuse situations, witnessing or experiencing traumatic…
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Postpartum Depression For most women, having a baby is a very exciting, joyous, and often anxious time. But for women with postpartum depression it can become very distressing and difficult. An estimated one in seven women experiences postpartum depression. Those who develop postpartum depression are at greater risk of developing major depression later on in life. Symptoms might…
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What should you do if you suspect that someone you know is suffering from a serious depression? Clinical or major depression is not just a bad day. It is a common and serious mental health issue whose effect on people cannot be minimized. It goes on and on, all day, every day; at least for…
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1.) Learn About Chronic Inflammation In The Body What is inflammation? Inflammation refers to your body’s process of fighting against things that harm it, like infections, injuries, and toxins, in an attempt to heal itself. When something damages your cells, your body releases chemicals that trigger a response from your immune system. Chronic inflammation is…
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Dr. Simon Kung, a psychiatrist at Mayo Clinic, explains how transcranial magnetic stimulation is used to treat depression. Non-Drug TreatmentTMS may be an option for you when medications do not provide adequate response or produce unwanted side effects. TMS is virtually side-effect free. It simulates a location of the brain that is involved with controlling…
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CONNECT THE DOTS Between Hormones & Mental Health #PMDAwarenessMonth2022 Premenstrual Disorders include Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) & Premenstrual Exacerbation (PME) Today’s post will focus on PMDD. Keep an eye out for a future posts this month on PME. PMDD- What is it? Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) is a cyclical, hormone-based mood disorder. PMDD became…
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