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How to Manage ADHD: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopment condition that is present in not only childhood, but also through adulthood, impacting focus, self-control, and emotional...
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Managing Anxiety and Depression: What You Need to Know About Treatment Options
Anxiety and depression are two of the most common mental health conditions affecting people worldwide. Both conditions can impact daily life, making it harder to focus, feel joy, or maintain...
View ArticleElection Anxiety and Mental Health: Insights from a National Survey
Election Anxiety and Mental Health: Insights from a National Survey As election season approaches, many Americans experience heightened levels of stress and anxiety. To better understand how this...
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Do You Know the 12 Traits of a Narcissist?
Did you know that between 0.5 and 5% of the world’s population exhibits narcissistic personality disorder (NPD) traits? 1 Understanding narcissistic traits is vital, whether you exhibit them or are...
View ArticleThe Power of Somatic Release: Healing Both Body and Mind
In your journey toward healing, it’s important to remember that trauma and stress aren’t just mental experiences—they affect your body as well. Somatic release, a therapeutic approach focused on the...
View ArticleSupporting a Loved One in Treatment
When someone you care about enters residential treatment for their mental health, it’s natural to wonder how you can best support them. At AMFM, we believe that healing is not a solo path—it’s built...
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Holiday Stress & Its Effects on Americans
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View ArticleFinding Your Path to Healing at AMFM: A Personalized Approach
We understand that the journey to healing is as unique as the individual. We recognize that each person carries their own set of experiences, challenges, and hopes for the future. That’s why we...
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Supporting Veterans with Behavioral Health Services
Veteran mental health services play a critical role in addressing the emotional and psychological challenges that many military veterans face after their service. Behavioral health services are...
View ArticleThe Essential Role of Family in Healing: How to Support Your Loved One’s...
When someone you care about is on a journey to heal, the family’s role becomes deeply meaningful. Families often hold an anchor of support, a steady reminder of safety, love, and understanding....
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What are the Most Common Co-occurring Disorders with Narcissistic Personality...
Key Takeaways People with Narcissistic Personality Disorder may experience other mental health issues, which makes treatment more difficult. It’s not uncommon for people with NPD to also have major...
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Lurasidone (Latuda) for Schizophrenia & Schizoaffective Disorder
Key Takeaways Lurasidone (Latuda) is a second-gen antipsychotic used to treat schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder. Lurasidone is a good choice for long-term treatment because it has a lower...
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Personality Disorder: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment Options
Key Takeaways Personality disorders involve persistent and inflexible patterns of behavior and thinking that deviate from societal norms, often causing significant distress and impairments in...
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Paranoid Personality Disorder: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment Options
Key Takeaways Paranoid Personality Disorder (PPD) consists of a deep distrust and suspicion of others without a valid reason. Genetic and environmental factors (e.g., early childhood experiences) are...
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What Causes Paranoia in the Brain?
Key Takeaways Paranoia can be triggered by genetic, environmental, and psychological factors. Dopamine and serotonin imbalances are also linked to paranoid thoughts and psychotic symptoms. A Mission...
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Self-Harm: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment Options
Key Takeaways Self-harm involves intentionally causing injury to oneself as a way to cope with emotional distress, without suicidal intent. Overwhelming emotions, high-stress jobs, and past abuse...
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How to Find Self-Harm Help in San Juan Capistrano
Key Takeaways Residents in San Juan Capistrano have access to many self-harm help – ranging from local treatment centers to support groups. A Mission for Michael (AMFM) is a California-based...
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Major Depressive Disorder: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment Options
Key Takeaways Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) is persistent sadness and loss of interest in daily activities. Symptoms of MDD are emotional, physical, and behavioral changes. Genetic, biological,...
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The 8 Most Common Types of Depression
Key Takeaways There are 8 types of depression and their common signs are persistent sadness, loss of interest, changes in appetite or weight, and sleep disturbances. Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) is...
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Psychosis: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment Options
Key Takeaways Psychosis is a symptom, not a disease, characterized by a disconnection from reality – often involving hallucinations and delusions. Common causes of psychosis are severe mental health...
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