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Trazodone is often prescribed for sleep and anxiety, which leads many people to ask an important question: Is trazodone a benzodiazepine? The answer is no.

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Alternatives to Anti-Anxiety Medications

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Executive Dysfunction Treatment for Depression

When individuals suffer from depression it can be difficult for them to do anything at all. Basic self-care habits like brushing their teeth, showering, and even eating get lost in the haze of mental illness. As a result, any responsibilities may seem daunting no matter how hard someone struggling with

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The Relationship Between Hormones and Mental Health

Hormones are chemicals that exist in our bodies as part of the endocrine system. They function as chemical messengers, allowing cells in various sections of our body to communicate with one another. Distinct hormones perform different functions and convey different messages. Each one serves a specific purpose and has a

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We all face stressful situations and events: job or school problems, serious illness or accidents, attacks, and a variety of other traumatic occurrences. While we all go through difficult moments in our lives (sometimes very bad ones), we usually find a way to get through them. At Montare Behavioral Healthcare,

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