Reflections

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Visual Problems with Psych Meds

I’ve discussed the importance of monitoring side effects and adverse/complicated reactions. The body acts strange in psych, I had a patient on bupropion who said her urine turned brown. Patients will stop taking their medications because of these effects (and my patient did) to mainly not risk causing permanent damage such as Tardive Dyskinesia. I […]

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Male Libido & Dysfunctions

I previously discussed the issues with medications and libidos, in particular with young adult males. Why? because guys will stop taking medications if it affects that area. It also hurts self-esteem and causes insecurities.  How do you talk about libido? You keep it simple. It doesn’t have to be awkward but it’s important to discuss: […]

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The Intake & Follow-Up Notes in Psych

This post is long overdue and caution, it is LONG. Here’s a collection of documentation formats and particular words to not only be accurate but also neutral/non-judgmental, clear, and most importantly increase efficiency and getting PAID. Countless businesses and health facilities have FAILED because they don’t know how to bill or capture services. And I’ve […]

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Menopause Management

Menopause is not a disease or disorder. This time in a woman’s life is often full of other transitions in addition to physical ones: Women may be caring for aging parents or relatives, supporting their children as they move into adulthood, or taking on new responsibilities at work. -NIH The Dilemma It’s getting warm again […]

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