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‘I had pasta tonight’ is being used as a hidden message I’m not a huge social media user but found this article to be interesting. Teens are using innocent words such as spaghetti and conditioner to signal possible suicidal thoughts. This article shows how communication is rapidly evolving but can still be used to get […]
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The Challenging Epidemic Many healthcare providers are dealing with patients requesting benzodiazepines (BZDs) like alprazolam, often without appropriate indications. Managing these requests can be frustrating, but a considered approach helps reduce conflict. Let’s start! Step 1: Listen to the Patient’s Story Let the patient share their story fully, even if it sounds exaggerated or implausible. […]
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No Call Back? Greetings, I was debating to make this information public because once you pass…YOU’VE PASSED and everything should be great!! Well, that reality/assumption was wrong and with the current events, I felt bamboozled. Granted healthcare is constantly changing but I was hoping for something that was familiar, comforting, and reassuring but overall was […]
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Wow, I can’t believe how much life has changed in 2020! And with the coronavirus and protests, everything has been turned upside down, including mental health. I know there are many challenges that will be the new norm so I’ve also looked at this time as a moment of reflection. Quite frankly, due to all […]
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Credentialing? What to do After Passing Your (Psych) Boards?? Congrats!!! If you were like me and so fixated with passing your boards that you forgot everything your advisor told you then you’re not alone! When I passed and finally came to my senses, I just fumbled around like now what?? If you already have a […]
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