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Tardive Dyskinesia: Treat Functional Impairment, Not the AIMS Score

Psychiatric Times

VMAT2 inhibitors, approved in 2017, represent a significant advancement in the treatment of TD, offering evidence-based options for managing symptoms. Miller, MD Key Takeaways TD is often underreported and misdiagnosed, despite being a well-known adverse effect of antipsychotic medications, leading to inadequate treatment.

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Dismissing the “Human Experience”: College Students Feel Unseen by the Medical Model of Mental Health

Mad in America

For example, a 2023 study reported that 46 percent of college students had been diagnosed with a psychiatric disorder at some point in their lives, while a 2017 study found that use of psychiatric treatment had nearly doubled in college students since 2007, rising from 19 to 34 percent. Something about that just feels kind of dystopian.”

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Identifying the Signs of Anxiety in Teens – and When to Get Help

Clear Behavioral Health

By recognizing the signs of anxiety in teens and getting support, you can play a vital role in supporting your teens’ mental health and well-being. Promote a Healthy Lifestyle Encourage regular exercise, a balanced diet, and adequate sleep, as these can all contribute to improved mental well-being and better stress management.

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Grace vs Shame

Dr. Deb

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Reverted Rights Celebration!

Dr. Deb

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Self Care Tips for Winter Months

Dr. Deb

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Letting Go of Lithium

Mad in America

My sister took antidepressants and my family has a lot of mental health issues, so based on that, I was thrown into the same category. I started talking fast, coming up with ideas and creative projects and I stopped sleeping. They said if I didn’t go to sleep they would make me. And they did. I was angry.