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Best Mental Health Podcasts
In today’s fast-paced world, taking care of mental health is more important than ever. Everyone faces anxiety, stress, and tough times, but sometimes a little help is required to cope with life. That’s where mental health podcasts come in. These audio shows are like friendly companions that offer advice, stories, and support for your well-being.…
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ADHD in Women – All You Need To Know
Introduction ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by interference in the normal functioning of daily life due to symptoms of inattention, impulsivity, and hyperactivity. Most commonly, it gets diagnosed in children when the parents or teachers notice the symptoms, but it is also seen in adults. Undiagnosed ADHD in Women Women…
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High Functioning Depression – Signs & Symptoms
Clinicians and neurological researchers do not formally recognize high functioning depression as a condition. Instead, “high functioning depression” is a term popularized by the general public. The use of this term may have stemmed from the social stigma surrounding depression and mental illness in general. Still, many clinicians disapprove of the use of this term…
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How Long Does Adderall Stay in Your System?
What is Adderall? Adderall is an FDA-approved prescription drug that is often given to patients with ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) for managing impulsive behavior and hyperactivity. Adderall is also prescribed in patients with sleep disorders like narcolepsy (1). It is also used in obesity to decrease body fat. Adderall is an amphetamine that helps…
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Mental Healthcare Providers: Which is Right for You?
Caring for your mental health is essential to your well-being. Whether you’re starting your journey or looking for a change, it’s important to find the right treatment. And the right treatment starts with the right mental healthcare provider. Choosing the right provider can be overwhelming because there is no “one size fits all.” Here are…
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How is ADHD Diagnosed?
Deciding whether a person has ADHD is not a single-step task; it requires meticulous evaluation. Many other mental health conditions have symptoms similar to ADHD including anxiety, depression, sleep disorders, and some types of learning disabilities. What is ADHD? ADHD stands for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. It is a neurodevelopmental condition that usually presents in…
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ADHD vs ADD – Is there a Difference?
ADD stands for Attention Deficit Disorder which is now considered as an outdated term. The updated term is ADHD which stands for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (1). However, there still remains some confusion regarding the use of the term ADD. Some people use ADD and ADHD as synonymous terms while others consider ADD a subtype…
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10 Tips for Talking About Mental Health in Your Relationships
Opening up to a loved one about your mental health can be empowering. It’s an opportunity to build a strong support system and foster deeper connections in your relationships. But talking about mental health can be difficult, especially if you’ve never opened up about it before. How can you initiate conversations about mental health without…
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Top 10 Black Mental Health Resources for Social Support
At Ahead, we’re dedicated to improving access to mental health care for all — including the Black, Indigenous, Asian, Latinx, and LGBTQIA+ communities, among others. For Black History Month, we’re excited to amplify the voices of the Black community around the subject of mental health. In this article, you’ll find some of the top Black…
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Our Favorite Mental Health and Relationships Content
Whether you’re having self-care days or spending time with a loved one lately, we all need a little TLC. Here are some of our favorite social media posts to keep us grounded as we grow our relationships — with ourselves and with others. @drjuliesmith on the “Liking Gap” Your perception of how much someone likes…
