Did you know that November is Men’s Health Awareness Month? This month, males of all ages are encouraged to take special inventory of their overall health - both physical and mental. Historically,...
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It’s National Depression and Mental Health Screening Month
Did you know that October is National Depression and Mental Health Screening Month? Millions of people in the United States are impacted by mental illness every single year, and fortunately, the...
Tips for Caregivers of Loved Ones with Alzheimer’s Disease
Millions of Americans assume the role of caretaker or caregiver for a loved one who is afflicted with a condition and requiring assistance. Coming to terms with an unfortunate diagnosis such as...
How to Respond to Alzheimer’s Disease Agitation
Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is a form of dementia that directly impact memory, behavior, and thinking. It causes the brain to shrink in size, and although forgetfulness is a typical part of aging,...
Common Myths and Misconceptions Surrounding Migraines
Nearly everyone experiences a headache every so often whether it be due to stress, a poor night’s sleep, or persistent loud noise. Though not quite as common as a typical headache, migraine is an...
June is PTSD Awareness Month
June is PTSD Awareness Month and up to 8 million people in the United States will develop this mental health condition during their lifetime. Because this mental health condition is so prevalent in...
Caring for a Loved One With PTSD
Did you know that almost 8 million people in the United States will develop post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD, in their lifetime? PTSD is an anxiety disorder that develops following a...
New Advancements in Alzheimer’s Disease Treatment
Alzheimer’s disease is one of the most devastating diagnoses for both patients and their families due to the mental and emotional toll that the symptoms cause. It is the most common type of dementia...
The 3 Phases of Alzheimer’s Disease
Alzheimer’s disease is a devastating neurologic disorder that causes the brain to shrink and brain cells to die. It is a progressive brain disorder, meaning that it slowly gets worse as time goes...
Understanding Atrial Fibrillation
Atrial fibrillation (AFib) is a common health condition that is associated with many risks that can be life-altering. There are several causes and effects of AFib, and luckily, there are also a...