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Understanding Depression in Men

Depressive disorders can affect people of all ages and genders, and each person’s experience can be significantly different depending on a variety of factors. In today’s post, we turn our attention toward the prevalence, symptoms, and potential impact of depression in men. Depression in Men  As the following statistics indicate, millions of men are affected by the symptoms of major depressive disorder, persistent depressive disorder, and other types of depression:  Suicide rates may be another

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Treat OCD with TMS therapy at Montare Behavioral Health in California and Arizona

Using TMS for OCD: What to Know

Prescription medications and certain forms of talk therapy can be effective for many people who have obsessive-compulsive disorder, but these interventions don’t work for everyone. Since it was approved by the FDA in 2018, TMS for OCD has proved to be a beneficial option for people who did not achieve the relief they hoped for via medication or psychotherapy.  Understanding OCD and TMS Therapy To get a better understanding of how TMS can be used

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Woman with insecure attachment style shows the following symptoms

Understanding The 3 Insecure Attachment Styles

Experts have identified four attachment styles to define how people relate to their romantic partners. Unfortunately, only one of these styles is healthy. Understanding the potential causes, characteristics, and effects of insecure attachment styles can be an important step toward developing healthier relationships. What Are The 3 Types of Insecure Attachment Styles?  The general consensus among experts is that there are four attachment styles: secure, anxious, avoidant, and disorganized. Research suggests that about 58% of

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Does medicaid or medical cover TMS therapy

Medicaid, Medi-Cal and TMS Therapy

Montare Behavioral Health in Los Angeles, California, offers a comprehensive range of mental health services, including transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) therapy. TMS therapy uses magnetic pulses to stimulate specific brain areas to alleviate systems of mental health disorders and is non-invasive. Medicaid and Medi-Cal insurances often cover TMS therapy as part of essential mental health treatment benefits.  Benefits of TMS Therapy for Mental Health TMS therapy can be highly effective when treating various mental health

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Woman showing the signs of social anxiety disorder

Is Social Anxiety a Real Disorder?

Just about everyone has moments of nervousness in certain social circumstances, such as when giving a speech or meeting new people. But for some people, this moderate nervousness is replaced by an overwhelming fear and other disruptive symptoms. Do people who experience this type of distress have a mental illness? Is social anxiety a disability? What is Social Anxiety? Social anxiety is a mental health disorder that is characterized by excessive, disproportionate fear or worry

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Woman who has the signs and symptoms of cyclothymia

Understanding Cyclothymia

Cyclothymia is a complex, oft-misunderstood mental health condition that affects millions of people in the United States and throughout the rest of the world. Some people refer to cyclothymia as a “mild” form of bipolar disorder, but this description fails to acknowledge the significant distress that its symptoms can cause.  What is Cyclothymia? Cyclothymic disorder (or cyclothymia) is a form of bipolar disorder. The fifth edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders

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Attachment disorder in adults

Addressing Attachment Disorder in Adults

Attachment disorders are typically associated with children. But if someone doesn’t get the care they need at a young age, their symptoms can persist, which can lead to an attachment disorder in adults as well. These conditions can have a highly detrimental impact on a person’s quality of life, but they are treatable. With effective professional care, adults who have attachment disorders can learn to manage their symptoms and take greater control of their thoughts

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Woman having silent panic attacks about her future situation

Understanding Silent Panic Attacks

Usually, someone who is in the midst of a panic attack will exhibit physical symptoms that indicate they are in crisis. Sometimes, though – in cases that are referred to as silent panic attacks – there will be no outward signs of the pain that the individual is experiencing. About Silent Panic Attacks Panic attacks are extremely distressing episodes of anxiety that can cause a person to believe that they are literally about to die.

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Understanding the difference between Tricare vs Triwest

Difference Between TRICARE vs TriWest

In today’s post, we review some of the similarities and distinctions between two organizations that play integral roles in providing healthcare to members of the U.S. military community: TRICARE vs. TriWest. What is TRICARE Insurance? To fully appreciate the differences between TRICARE vs. TriWest, it can be valuable to take a moment to each organization’s purpose and function. We’ll begin with TRICARE. TRICARE, which is managed by the Defense Health Agency (DHA), has been the

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Vibroacoustic stimulation therapy in Los Angeles, California

Benefits of Vibroacoustic Therapy

Traditional psychotherapy (or talk therapy) can be extremely valuable for adults who have been struggling with anxiety, PTSD, and other mental or behavioral health concerns. Many patients also benefit from participating in holistic services such as meditation, mindfulness, and yoga. In recent years, a holistic service known as vibroacoustic therapy has also proved to be an effective element of care. What Is Vibroacoustic Therapy? Vibroacoustic therapy is a holistic, noninvasive technique that uses audible sound

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