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Polysubstance Dependence
Use of at least 3 different substances indiscriminately for the past 12 months, knowing the fact that substance causes or exacerbating social, physical and occupational problems. Nicotine and Caffeine are excluded.
Feb 19th, 2024

Erik Erikson Stages of Psycho-Social development
Erik Erikson maintained that an individual goes through psychosocial development in 8 sequential stages from birth to adulthood. During each stage, the person may experience psychosocial crisis that could positively or negatively affect their personality.
Oct 8th, 2023

Obsessive Compulsive disorder
Obsessive Compulsive disorder (OCD) is one of the anxiety disorder, which is very common and chronic mental illness. It involve two main aspects, one is obsession ( repetitive irrational thoughts) and the other is compulsion ( repetitive actions).
Jul 19th, 2023

The relationship between chronic stress and cancer
Scientists have known the link between inflammation and cancer for many centuries. It is believed that chronic inflammation can cause changes in cells and eventually turn them to malignant cells.
Jun 14th, 2023

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Apr 5th, 2023

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Apr 5th, 2023
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Apr 4th, 2023

Suboxone®: Your Path to Stopping Opioid Dependence
Are you struggling with opioid dependence? Suboxone® is an FDA-approved medication used in combination with counseling to help you recover from dependence. Find out how it could reduce risk of overdose and help you stop relying on opioids.
Mar 31st, 2020

Signs of Depression and Anxiety in Teens
Teen years are characterized by challenging mental and physical changes. Changes can cause mood swings, stress, and worry, but when do these symptoms become a sign of a more serious issue? Learn to recognize signs of teen depression and anxiety here.
Mar 1st, 2020

ADHD in Adults vs. Children
Many children are diagnosed with ADHD, but adults can have this common disorder as well. It’s characterized by inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity, but these can look different in adults versus children. Find out more about the signs here.
Jan 31st, 2020

What is Psychosis?
When patients stop being able to tell the difference between what is reality and what is not, they’re experiencing a condition called psychosis. To learn more about what psychosis is, as well as how to treat it, keep reading.
Dec 31st, 2019

Dealing with Depression in the Winter
For 10 million Americans, the winter months present more than just a loss of sunlight and long days — they bring on seasonal affective disorder. If your depression is tied to the seasons and flares during winter, we can help.
Nov 30th, 2019

Outpatient Help for Opioid Addiction
Though there may be little good news when it comes to the opioid problem in the United States, there is a treatment that’s allowing people to take back control of their lives. Here’s a look at how Suboxone® can help break the chains of addiction.
Nov 1st, 2019

Understanding the Underlying Causes of Addiction
Nearly 21 million Americans have an addiction, but only 10% receive treatment for it. It’s easy to make assumptions about addiction, but understanding its root causes is key to finding the most effective help and support that’s available.
Sep 1st, 2019

When Does Anxiety Warrant Professional Help?
It’s normal to have anxious feelings or worries from time to time. But, when they become excessive or uncontrollable, this might be an indication you have an anxiety disorder. Learn how to recognize the signs of these common and highly treatable medical co
Aug 5th, 2019

Multi linguistic
Our office speaks several languages including Spanish, Persian, Pashto, Urdo, Hindi, Punjabi beside English.
Jul 22nd, 2019

What Is Addiction?
From chain smoking to compulsive gambling, addiction takes control of your choices and your life. Find out what addiction really is and what you can do about it.
Jun 20th, 2019