What Is Dual Diagnosis? Understanding the Link Between Mental Health and Addiction

Dual diagnosis (also called co-occurring disorders) can be difficult to untangle, but understanding the link between mental health and addiction is the first step in treating both conditions. Read on to learn more about dual diagnosis.

Aug 1st, 2025

7 Facts About OCD You Might Not Know

The term “OCD” is tossed around quite casually, but there’s more to this mental health condition than social media may lead you to believe. Read on as we share seven facts about OCD that you might not know.

Jul 2nd, 2025

How to Recognize Signs of Schizophrenia in Your Child

It’s rare for children under age 13 to be diagnosed with schizophrenia, but it can happen. So, if you’re seeing unusual signs in your child, you might wonder if it’s schizophrenia or something else. Read on to learn more.

Jun 13th, 2025

Do ADHD Symptoms Change as We Age?

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is often diagnosed in childhood and can persist into adulthood, but do the symptoms change? Read on to see how ADHD symptoms present themselves in each phase of life.

May 4th, 2025

Handling a Panic Attack in Public

Panic attacks can come on suddenly, and if you’re in a public space, they can be that much more frustrating and scary. The good news is that there are several strategies you can implement at the moment to help handle a panic attack in public.

Apr 9th, 2025

Do You Have Treatment-Resistant Depression? Ketamine May Help

Suspecting that you have treatment-resistant depression can leave you reeling, but you aren’t out of options. Ketamine therapy may help with treatment-resistant depression and give you the relief you need. Read on to learn more.

Mar 1st, 2025

How Ketamine May Hold the Key to Relieving Your Chronic Pain

You might have heard about ketamine’s effect on treatment-resistant depression, but did you know ketamine can also help with chronic pain? If you’re struggling with chronic pain, read on to learn how ketamine may hold the key to your relief.

Feb 2nd, 2025

What Are the Mental Health Benefits of Ketamine?

Ketamine, originally used as an anesthetic, is now in the spotlight for its ability to help manage mental health conditions, including treatment-resistant depression. That’s just one benefit! Read on to learn six mental health benefits of ketamine.

Jan 1st, 2025

Ketamine for Pain Management: How Long Does It Last?

If you’re considering intravenous or intranasal ketamine therapy for pain management, you’re likely wondering how long you’ll get relief. Read on to learn more about ketamine pain management and how long it lasts.

Dec 1st, 2024

Getting Ready for Ketamine Therapy: A Guide to What You Can Expect

Ketamine therapy can be a game-changer when it comes to treating depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), but it does require a little preparation. Here’s what you can do to prepare for ketamine therapy.

Nov 6th, 2024

How Does Ketamine Work to Ease Chronic Back Pain?

If you’re considering intravenous ketamine therapy to help ease your chronic back pain and are wondering how it works, we’ve got you covered. Read on to learn how ketamine helps with pain and what to expect from your session.

Oct 10th, 2024

Ketamine Treatments for Mental Health: What to Expect

If you’re considering ketamine treatments for a mental health condition but aren’t sure what to expect, keep reading. We share everything you need to know before, during, and after your ketamine treatment.

Sep 17th, 2024

Why You Should Consider Ketamine as Part of Your Pain Management Routine

Did you know ketamine therapy can play a big role in your pain management routine? In fact, ketamine was first used as an anesthetic! Continue reading to explore five benefits of considering ketamine as part of your pain management routine.

Aug 8th, 2024

Who Is Eligible for Ketamine Infusion Therapy?

Whether you’re combatting treatment-resistant depression or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), you might wonder if ketamine infusion is right for you. In this blog, we discuss the eligibility criteria in more detail.

Jul 1st, 2024

How Ketamine Infusion Therapy Works to Help Chronic Pain and Depression

Ketamine infusion therapy can help you manage chronic pain and alleviate even the most stubborn treatment-resistant depression, but how does it work? The secret is how it interacts with your brain. Read on to learn more.

Jun 6th, 2024

Breaking the Addiction Cycle: 4 Tips to Get Started

Both behavioral addictions and substance addictions can have a profound impact on your life. Regardless of what type of addiction you’re battling, these four tips can help you break the cycle.

May 13th, 2024

4 Ways Anxiety Can Creep Into Your Life

Anxiety can lead to some pretty intense feelings, but it can also manifest in more subtle ways. Read on to learn four ways anxiety can creep into your life and how we can help you find relief.

Apr 1st, 2024

Does Ketamine Therapy Only Treat Depression?

Ketamine therapy gives hope to those suffering from treatment-resistant depression, but the benefits don’t stop there. Read on to see how ketamine therapy can be incorporated into other treatment plans as well.

Mar 13th, 2024

5 Myths About OCD Debunked

Obsessive-compulsive disorder is a type of anxiety disorder characterized by cycles of obsessive thoughts and ritualistic behaviors. Unfortunately, there are a lot of myths surrounding this condition. Read on to separate fact from fiction.

Feb 1st, 2024

How ADHD Affects Adults Differently Than Children

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a mental health condition that affects children, teens, and adults. However, it can affect adults differently, and you may struggle with different symptoms. Read on to learn more.

Jan 1st, 2024

Subtle Signs of Depression in Young Adults

Depression isn’t always obvious to you or your loved ones. Sometimes, the symptoms can develop slowly and quietly. Continue reading to learn how depression can subtly appear in young adults.

Dec 4th, 2023

Preparing for a Successful Ketamine Therapy Journey: What to Expect

Ketamine therapy is making headlines for its ability to help reduce symptoms of depression even when other treatments aren’t working. But how do you prepare for this therapy? Read on to learn how to prepare and what to expect.

Nov 1st, 2023

Navigating the Benefits of Ketamine Treatment for Depression

Ketamine therapy for depression can help alleviate the most stubborn symptoms of depression, but should you consider it for yourself? Read on as we unpack the top five benefits of ketamine therapy for depression.

Oct 1st, 2023

Addiction vs. Substance Dependence: What's the Difference?

Addiction and substance dependence are two related terms, but they aren’t exactly the same. Continue reading to learn more about these two terms, how they’re different, and how they’re treated.

Sep 1st, 2023

Mental Health Comorbidities No One Talks About

Managing one mental health condition can be tough, but some people don’t have just one condition. Many have two or more. Here’s a look at five mental health comorbidities that no one talks about … until now.

Aug 1st, 2023

Help! I Think My Spouse Is Bipolar

Bipolar disorder is an often debilitating mental health condition, but it can be managed with the right treatment. If you suspect your spouse has bipolar disorder, what can you do? Find out here.

Jun 30th, 2023

Managing ADHD in Adult Women

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is often regarded as a childhood mental health condition, but adults are also affected by it. Read on as we share tips for managing ADHD in adult women.

Jun 1st, 2023

Could You Have Schizophrenia and Not Know It?

Schizophrenia causes a wide variety of symptoms, and some of them may even overlap with other mental health conditions. This prompts the question: Can you have schizophrenia and not realize it? Read on to find out.

May 1st, 2023

5 Encouraging Facts About PTSD

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can feel all-encompassing and overwhelming, but it’s treatable. In this article, we share five encouraging facts about PTSD so you can see the hope for a better future.

Apr 1st, 2023

Understanding the Importance of a Dual Diagnosis Approach

A dual diagnosis happens when a person has a psychiatric condition and a substance use disorder. In this blog, we explain why it’s so important to be aware of the complex relationship between the two.

Mar 1st, 2023

Supporting a Loved One Through Addiction Treatment and Recovery

Watching a loved one struggle with addiction can be tough. You may not know what to say or do, but there are many ways to support them. Read on as we explain a few tips for supporting your loved ones through addiction treatment.

Feb 1st, 2023

4 Things We Know About Treatment-Resistant Depression

You might be familiar with major depressive disorder, but what does it mean if your depression is treatment-resistant? Read on to learn four things we know about treatment-resistant depression and how we can help you find relief.

Jan 17th, 2023

How Do I Know Which Type of ADHD I Have?

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a fairly well-known mental health condition, but what you might not realize is that there are three types of ADHD. Read on to learn more about each type of ADHD and how to tell which one you have.

Dec 1st, 2022

It Runs in the Family: 4 Mental Health Disorders You Can Inherit

Mental health conditions have many risk factors, including genetic ties. But which ones run in families? Read on to learn about four mental health disorders you can inherit and how you can support your mental health if you’re at risk.

Nov 1st, 2022

Managing OCD Symptoms: 5 Coping Strategies to Try at Home

Medication and therapy are the gold standards of treatment for obsessive-compulsive disorder, but there are still many things you can do at home to help manage your symptoms. Read on to explore five coping strategies to try on your own.

Oct 4th, 2022

I Have PTSD: Can Ketamine Therapy Help Relieve My Anxiety?

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a complex and serious type of anxiety disorder. In addition to medication and therapy, PTSD can also benefit from ketamine therapy. Read on to learn more about this treatment.

Sep 1st, 2022

I'm Embarrassed About My Depression: What Should I Do?

Depression is a common mental health condition that affects hundreds of millions of people, yet sometimes people with depression can feel embarrassed about their diagnosis. Read on to learn four tips to help overcome embarrassment.

Aug 1st, 2022

I Think I'm an Alcoholic: Can You Help?

Realizing you might have a problem with alcohol can be an overwhelming thought, but reaching out for help can be a lifeline. If you’re struggling with the cycle of craving and withdrawal of alcohol addiction, read on. We can help.

Jul 1st, 2022

I Had ADHD as a Child: Can It Carry Over Into My Adult Years?

The average age to receive an ADHD diagnosis is seven, but that doesn’t mean ADHD is just a childhood condition. In this blog, we answer a common question: can you outgrow ADHD?

Jun 1st, 2022

Is There a Cure for Schizophrenia?

Schizophrenia is a rare disorder marked by hallucinations and delusions that can impair your ability to interpret reality. Because schizophrenia is so serious, those diagnosed with it often want to know if there’s a cure. Learn more here.

May 1st, 2022

How Medication Can Treat Your Schizophrenia

Medication can help you manage some of the most disruptive schizophrenia symptoms, but how do these medications work? Continue reading to learn more about which medications are used to treat schizophrenia and how they work.

Apr 1st, 2022

4 Benefits of TMS Treatments for Your Depression

Depression is the leading cause of disability, but it is treatable. But which treatment is right for you? In this blog, we focus on TMS as a depression treatment. Read on to learn four benefits of TMS.

Mar 1st, 2022

Are Ketamine Treatments Safe?

Ketamine infusions and ketamine nasal sprays can give hope to those with treatment-resistant mental health conditions, but how safe is this therapy? In this blog, we answer that question in more depth.

Feb 1st, 2022

How Suboxone Can Help Control Your Addiction

Attempting to overcome addiction on your own can be overwhelming, but thankfully, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), like Suboxone, can help you curb craving and tame withdrawal symptoms. Learn more about how Suboxone can help.

Jan 1st, 2022

Can Therapy Cure My OCD?

If you have OCD, it can be hard to regain control over your compulsions without help. That’s where therapy comes in. If you’re considering therapy as part of your OCD treatment, you might wonder if it works. Find out here.

Dec 1st, 2021

What Can Help My Child with ADHD?

Is your child struggling with ADHD? Although the thought of an ADHD diagnosis can be daunting, the good news is ADHD is treatable. Read on to learn the three main ways you can help your child thrive with ADHD.

Nov 1st, 2021

How TMS Treatment Can Calm Your Mood Swings

Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) treatments are well-known for reducing symptoms of depression, but can they help with mood swings? Continue reading to learn more about TMS and how it impacts your mood.

Oct 1st, 2021

Why Ketamine Treatment Might Be Right for You

Ketamine therapy is well-known for its role in treating hard-to-treat depression, but is this therapy right for you? Continue reading to explore six signs you might benefit from ketamine treatment.

Sep 1st, 2021

Supporting a Loved One With Depression

It can be hard to see a loved one struggle with depression, but there are many things you can do to support your friend or family member. Read on to learn six ways to support a loved one with depression.

Aug 1st, 2021

Myths and Facts About Schizophrenia

There is no shortage of schizophrenia myths, which makes this one of the most misunderstood mental health conditions. What's fact? And what's fiction? We debunk it all in this blog.

Jul 7th, 2021

Do Genetics Play a Role in Addiction?

Although no single factor can determine if a person develops an addiction, you might wonder what (if any) role genetics play. In this blog, we explore whether or not genetics influence addiction and what to do if you spot the signs of addiction.

Jun 8th, 2021

Things You Do Everyday That Take a Toll on Your Mental Health

It’s Mental Health Awareness Month, and this month, we’re shedding light on the not-so-innocent habits we have that can take a toll on your mental health. Keep reading to learn what those habits are, and what you can do to support mental wellness.

May 9th, 2021

Help! I Keep Having Panic Attacks

Panic attacks cause both physical and psychological distress, and if you experience them regularly, they can impact your schedule and daily routines. If you keep having panic attacks, we can help you. Read on to learn more.

Apr 22nd, 2021

Who Is Eligible for Ketamine Therapy?

Have you tried antidepressant medications without any relief? Ketamine therapy stimulates a different part of your brain than conventional depression drugs. Read on to learn what ketamine therapy is and whether you should consider this treatment option.

Mar 8th, 2021

What To Expect During a TMS Treatment

Are you preparing for your first transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) therapy session? In this blog, we cover everything you can expect from your consultation to your first (and subsequent) appointments.

Feb 9th, 2021

Do You Have These Signs of Inattentiveness?

Do you struggle to stay on task or complete projects? Do you frequently misplace items? These are just two signs of inattentiveness. Read on to learn the nine signs of inattentiveness and how that’s connected to ADHD.

Jan 13th, 2021

Signs That Your OCD Could Benefit From Medical Help

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is one of many anxiety disorders. Although OCD may be easy to manage at first, it can eventually consume your life. Read on to learn six signs that medical help may benefit you.

Dec 8th, 2020

5 Tips for Safeguarding Your Mental Health Over the Holidays

If the thought of the upcoming holidays stresses you out, it's time to take action to safeguard your mental health. Dr. Estakhri has compiled five tips to support your mental well-being so you can approach the holidays with positivity and hope.

Nov 4th, 2020

Recognizing the Warning Signs of Addiction

Addictions are a medical disease, and they profoundly affect your life, career, and relationships. Despite this, addictions are treatable. Read on to learn 10 warning signs of addiction and what we can do to support you on your path to recovery.

Oct 13th, 2020

There Is Hope for Treatment-Resistant Depression

Many people with depression find relief with antidepressants, but what happens if you don’t respond to medication? Treatment-resistant depression can be hard-to-treat, but we offer two different therapies. Keep reading and find the hope you need.

Sep 17th, 2020

Stress and Mental Health

Stress is often linked to physical issues (like weight gain or heart troubles), but it can impact your mental health, too. Here’s what you should know about stress, so you can improve your quality of life.

Aug 19th, 2020

What Is a Manic Episode?

Manic episodes are defined as elevated, excitable moods associated with bipolar disorder. How do you know if you or a loved one is going through a manic episode? We’ve got the details here, as well as how to ease the severity of manic episodes.

Jul 27th, 2020

Common Signs of ADHD in Children

ADHD impacts over 6.1 million American children. Hyperactivity is a well-known symptom of ADHD, but it’s not the only one. Continue reading to explore the common signs of ADHD in children, and what we can do to help.

Jun 11th, 2020

The Difference Between Fear and Phobia

Do you know the difference between a fear and a phobia? As many as 13% of adults have a phobia, and they can be debilitating. The good news is, we can help! Keep reading to learn more about fears and phobias and how you can overcome them.

Apr 1st, 2020

What Is Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) and How Can It Help You?

If you’ve tried other treatment options but still struggle with depression, it’s time to consider TMS. TMS is a non-drug treatment that works to manage the symptoms of depression. Continue reading to learn whether TMS is right for you.

Mar 1st, 2020

How Ketamine Improves Your Mental and Physical Health

Have you tried various treatments for depression, but still haven't seen improvement? Ketamine infusions might be the solution. These infusions combat symptoms of depression, while also improving your physical health. Continue reading to learn more.

Feb 1st, 2020

Approaching a Loved One About Getting Addiction Treatment

Although millions of Americans live with addiction, only 11% actually receive treatment. Learn how to help those you love get the help they need.

Jan 1st, 2020

How Untreated Depression Can Negatively Impact Your Health

Depression is a serious condition that goes beyond just feeling sad, and it’s not something that goes away on its own. It can negatively impact your physical and emotional health in many ways and needs to be treated.

Dec 1st, 2019

Helping a Partner Cope With PTSD

Almost 8 million Americans suffer from PTSD every year. Trauma isn’t something you ask for, but it is something that you need to deal with. And if your partner suffers from PTSD, you can help them more than you know.

Nov 1st, 2019

5 Ways to Cope With OCD

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a serious condition that can interfere with your ability to get through even the simplest everyday tasks. Learn more about how to cope with it here.

Oct 1st, 2019

ADHD in Adults vs. Children

If you have Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), learn more about what the symptoms look like in adults versus what symptoms look like in children - and what you can do about them.

Sep 1st, 2019

Here's How Genetics Play a Role in Addiction and Recovery

How do genetics play a role in the development of addiction and the success of recovery? It may be more important than you think, especially since many people do not understand the real issues behind substance abuse and addiction.

Aug 20th, 2019

Understanding the Different Bipolar Disorders and How They Can Impact Your Life

There are different types of bipolar disorder based on the severity of manic and depressive episodes. While some people live normal lives, others have a hard time working or maintaining relationships. Learn why managing your symptoms is key.

Jul 24th, 2019

Why Men Develop Schizophrenia Earlier Than Women

Schizophrenia is a serious mental illness that can lead to a lifetime of disability if not managed properly. If you’re a man, you are likely to develop schizophrenia earlier than a woman would. Learn why and how you can get help.

Jun 14th, 2019

How to Tell If You Have a Social Anxiety Disorder

Sometimes you just feel a lot of stress and anxiety. This is human. But if you have the symptoms of a social anxiety disorder, you definitely need to get the help of an expert. Here’s what to look out for.

May 21st, 2019

5 Uncommonly Thought Of Depression Symptoms That Shouldn't Go Unnoticed

If everything seems to have gone wrong in the world and nothing’s fun anymore, you may be depressed. Depression is more than just sadness; sometimes it manifests in surprising ways. No matter what form it takes, depression is treatable.

Mar 27th, 2019

Telehealth: The Advantages of Telemedicine

Struggles to get to the clinic? Trying to reduce your exposure to COVID-19, as well as other contagious illnesses, and still need to see your doctor? Telehealth is safe and easy — receive quality care from anywhere.

Feb 20th, 2024