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End of Year Reflections

The end of the year is commonly a time when many of us reflect on how we’ve spent the last twelve months: what we’ve learned, how we’ve grown, our wins and successes, and also the things that haven’t gone as planned, the people or things that have hurt or disappointed us, and the ways we haven’t lived up to the past year’s goals. It can be a difficult time of year emotionally. Over the year,

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Gratitude for Our Differences

With the holidays here, it’s likely you will be gathering with family and friends for meals and celebrations. And it’s also likely that you will have a range of differences with those you interact with. Those differences can be relatively minor—like what your favorite color is, or which style of music you like—or more significant, like your political views, or your value system. How we deal with these differences can have a significant impact on

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Relationship Between Anxiety and Depression

Everyone throughout their lives experiences some form of both anxiety and depression. Both are relatively common emotions. Although they might be on opposite sides of the emotion spectrum (anxiety being high-energy and depression low-energy), anxiety and depression are much more connected than people may think. As a result, a person with anxiety is much more likely to experience depression and a person suffering from depression is much more likely to experience anxiety. Let’s take a

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Relationships and Mental Health

Reflections based on our podcast with JD Kalmenson and Katherine Woodward Thomas Going through the pandemic lock-downs, being away from our school, or work environments, churches, concerts, and the many other venues for social interaction, has caused us to remember just how important our connections with others are for our overall well-being. For the large majority of us, our relationships are key to how we feel about ourselves, our identity, and our sense of value

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Can Stress Cause Constipation or Stomach Pain

Scientists know of the many interconnections between the body’s many systems, resulting in complex interactions that researchers now understand a bit better. Recently, studies have proven a link between the digestive tract and brain function. What happens in your gut affects both physiological and psychological activity in the brain. Thus, can stress cause constipation or stomach pain?   The Link Between Gut Health and Mental Health In the past, researchers believed that mental health issues could

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Alternatives to Anti-Anxiety Medications

Everyone experiences stress and anxiety on a given day. For some people, this stress and anxiety is just a minor speed bump during their daily activities. For others, this anxiety is severe and lasts a long amount of time before it’s debilitating. The events of the last year have certainly led to more stress and anxiety in our lives. Thus, an individual might take an over-the-counter anti-anxiety alternative.  Many people who suffer from extreme anxiety

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Montare Behavioral Health Welcomes Lynne Biehl as Director of Alumni Services

At Montare, our central priority is to deliver the most excellent, effective, and enduring, recovery programs available for those struggling with mental health issues. And we know that once clients leave the safety and serenity of our treatment centers, life can be challenging, especially now, in these uncertain and chaotic times. So, we are investing in building a robust alumni program which will provide a solid continuum of care for clients once they are discharged

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Do Natural Antidepressants Work?

Natural antidepressants may seem too good to be true at first. But, with all the side effects that come along with antidepressants, it’s hard not to wonder if there are alternatives to Zoloft for depression, alongside many other popular medications. This may be especially the case for individuals that have tried antidepressants to no avail.  This is the case for many people suffering from depression (major depressive disorder). One study found that anywhere from 40-60

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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 depression may want to accomplish them. Depression and executive functioning don’t exist in the same realm when someone can barely find the strength to get through

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Does Anti-Anxiety Medication Cause Weight Gain?

Anxiety disorders are the most common mental illnesses, affecting more than 40 million Americans. Anxiety, depression, personality disorders, bipolar disorder, and schizoaffective disorder all create a lasting effect on an individual’s mind, body, and well-being. Even though mental health medication can be helpful, it is beneficial to be mindful of reactions. There is a variety of different forms of anxiety medicine known to promote weight loss or weight gain along with numerous other side effects. 

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