by Tatyana Saffo | Jan 2, 2025 | Family & Support, Mental Health & Co-Occurring Disorders
How Untreated Trauma Affects Relationships Trauma can deeply affect relationships by making trust, emotional connection, and communication more difficult. Whether it comes from a single event or ongoing distress, untreated trauma often influences how people relate to...
by Tatyana Saffo | Jan 2, 2025 | Family & Support, Mental Health & Co-Occurring Disorders
Clinically Reviewed By: Shay McNeal, NP-C | Medical Director Key Takeaways: SSRIs work by preventing nerve cells from reabsorbing serotonin too quickly, allowing more serotonin to remain available in the brain to improve mood and reduce anxiety. SSRIs typically take 4...
by Tatyana Saffo | Jan 2, 2025 | Education & Awareness, Mental Health & Co-Occurring Disorders
SSRIs for Anxiety A popular treatment for anxiety is selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). Healthcare providers and patients favor these medications for effectively boosting serotonin in the brain, a neurotransmitter that balances mood and emotions. By...
by Tatyana Saffo | Jan 2, 2025 | Education & Awareness, Mental Health & Co-Occurring Disorders
SSRIs for Depression Depression is a kind of mental illness that every year affects millions of people. It includes sadness, loss of interest, and various emotional and physical symptoms that make daily life difficult. Among the available treatments, the most...
by Aida Azadeh | Jan 2, 2025 | Education & Awareness, Media Appearances, Mental Health & Co-Occurring Disorders
Key Takeaways: Social media use is nearly universal among teens and can influence mood, sleep, confidence, and identity development, especially when usage replaces rest, in-person connection, or recovery time. Intentional social media use can provide community,...
by Tatyana Saffo | Jan 2, 2025 | Education & Awareness, Mental Health & Co-Occurring Disorders, Trauma & PTSD
Childhood Trauma vs. Generational Trauma Trauma can shape mental health and behavior in significant ways. Childhood trauma and generational trauma are two distinct types, each with unique causes and effects. Looking at how they influence individuals and families can...
