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What’s current and going on now about improving and managing mental health.
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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A Psychologist’s 25 Tips on Coping with Anxiety & Fear due to the Corona Virus After having thirty-one sessions this week with patients where the singular focus was COVID-19 and how to cope, I decided to consolidate my advice and make a list that I hope is helpful to all. I can’t control a lot […]
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What are the Wrong Thoughts, How to Make it Right? According to the World Health Organization, suicide rates have been dropping around the world but in the U.S., suicide now ranks in the top 10 leading causes of death. Deaths from suicides also rose faster between 2016 and 2017 than in previous years, increasing four […]
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Marijuana Issues **Summary:** As marijuana becomes more legal, concerns arise about its use and regulation. While generally considered safe with medicinal value, key issues include unclear limits for safe operation of vehicles, workplace policies, dosage standards for edibles, interactions with other substances, and defining toxic levels. The DSM-5 provides guidelines for cannabis use disorders, but […]
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