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Getting Better Sleep

Getting Better Sleep Contact Mind Body Centers today for a FREE CONSULTATION by clicking here or calling 1-855-481-9605. Good sleep is a foundation for good health and a happier frame of mind. But when was the last time you woke up feeling refreshed, alert, and hopeful — ready to take on the day? Or, fell asleep…

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When is depression truly resistant to treatment or just difficult to treat?

Treatment-Resistant Depression Explained: When Depression Doesn’t Respond Dr. Ellen Diamond Ph.D, Chief Psychologist Mind Body Centers. A commonly prescribed first choice antidepressant showed no measurable effect on half of the patients tested according to a major study of depression by the National Institute of Mental Health. At that point most mental health clinicians will often…

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Is “serotonin imbalance” really an urban legend? The real story about SSRIs and depression

The Serotonin Imbalance Debate: What Science Really Says About SSRIs and Depression Is “serotonin imbalance” really an urban legend? In July 2022, a scientific review went viral after finding that there is no reliable evidence depression stems from a lack of serotonin. Almost immediately, a debate driven largely by patients, skeptics, and medical professionals emerged…

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Seeking Independence from the Tyranny of Positive Thinking

Why ‘Just Think Positive’ Doesn’t Work for Depression—and What Actually Helps The following is adapted from “In Good Faith: The tyranny of positive thinking” by Simantini Ghosh, Assistant Professor of Psychology, Ashoka University. If you have ever experienced depression, chances are that you have been given advice by well-meaning friends, family members, and the world…

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Embracing Patience and Kindness for Better Mental Health and Relationships

Contact Mind Body Centers today for a FREE CONSULTATION by filling our online form or by calling 1-855-481-9605. Kindness, Patience, and Ketamine: A Holistic Approach to Emotional Well-Being In our journey through life, relationships play a pivotal role in shaping our mental health and overall well-being. The timeless wisdom of the quote “love is patient,…

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At-Home Ketamine Therapy: Does DIY Treatment Spell Serious Risk?

Risks of At-Home Ketamine Therapy: Why Professional Supervision Matters At-home ketamine therapy is a growing (and highly profitable) trend. But many clinicians, including Mind Body Centers, say that using remote care to administer a class III drug poses a number of unique safety concerns—regardless of how appealing or profitable it may be. In early 2020,…

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Why Traditional Antidepressants Aren’t Cutting It

Why Traditional Antidepressants Fall Short for Many People with Depression As Americans increasingly recognize the importance of mental wellness, many patients seeking help find that their depression lingers even after undergoing treatment. While some find relief with conventional antidepressants like Zoloft and Prozac, new research suggests that treatment success rates with these medications may be…

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Are They Rude or Are They Depressed?

Are They Rude or Are They Depressed? Contact Mind Body Centers today for a FREE CONSULTATION by clicking here or calling 1-855-481-9605. Co-workers have invited Sherry to several social gatherings over the past few months.  She says yes to each invitation, but at the last minute cancels leaving her friends feeling frustrated and bewildered.  Sherry…

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Coping with Wellness: Supporting a loved one through recovery

Coping with Wellness: Supporting a loved one through recovery Contact Mind Body Centers today for a FREE CONSULTATION by clicking here or calling 1-855-481-9605. In recent years, psychologists have noticed a surprising trend in people recovering from hardship: they call it fear of happiness. As the conversation surrounding mental health continues to progress, more and…

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