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Psychosis After Stroke: 5 Shocking Facts

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Post-stroke psychosis is a serious mental health disorder that can follow a cerebrovascular accident. This condition falls under neuropsychiatric disorders and includes psychotic symptoms like hallucinations and delusions. Understanding its clinical presentation, causes, and treatment is vital for stroke survivors and their families. The Connection Between Stroke and Psychosis Psychosis after a stroke is a […]

5 Ways Eating Disorder Relapse Prevention Can Fail

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Eating disorder relapse is common. Relapse prevention planning helps reduce the risk of returning to disordered eating. At Treat MH California, we support every stage of the recovery journey. Prevalence of Relapse Relapse rates in individuals with eating disorders remain high. Previous studies show 35–41% relapse in patients with anorexia nervosa within one year. A […]

OCD Panic Attacks: 5 Proven Strategies That Work

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Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and panic attacks are common mental health conditions. Millions of people live with these disorders, often experiencing intense fear and emotional distress on a daily basis. Understanding how they overlap is key to finding proper treatment. Defining Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Obsessive-compulsive disorder involves persistent intrusive thoughts and repetitive behaviors. These compulsive behaviors […]

5 Alarming Signs: Picky Eater vs ARFID

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Defining a Picky Eater vs Arfid Picky eating is a common phase in early childhood. It involves refusing foods based on taste, texture, or appearance. Most children still meet basic nutritional needs despite these preferences. Common Characteristics Picky eaters may avoid specific colors or food groups. Many only accept a limited variety of foods. Growth […]

Proven Reward Systems for ADHD Adults That Stick

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Why Reward Systems for ADHD Adults Actually Work Adult Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is one of the most studied mental disorders. It presents as a disorder with hyperactivity, inattention, and impulsivity. Adults with Attention deficit disorder often struggle with executive functions such as focus, planning, and completing tasks. According to the Journal of Child Psychology and […]

Is PTSD Neurodivergent? A Powerful Look at the Science

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Is PTSD Neurodivergent? Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that arises after a person experiences or witnesses traumatic events. PTSD affects brain function, emotional regulation, and daily life in many significant ways. This has led some to ask is PTSD Neurodivergent? As discussions about trauma and mental health conditions expand, the question […]

Intuition vs Anxiety: Critical Signs Your Body Shares

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Understanding Intuition vs Anxiety: How to Tell the Difference Daily, we often face choices that require more than logic. We may feel a calm knowing or a racing heartbeat. But how do we know if it’s intuition or anxiety? This blog post explores the difference between intuition and anxiety and offers tools to help identify […]

Breaking Free from Just Right OCD: Take Back Control

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Understanding Just Right OCD: When Things Don’t Feel Right Just right obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a mental health condition marked by a persistent feeling that something is off, incomplete, or not quite right. People with this form of OCD often experience an intense urge to repeat actions until they produce a precise internal sense of […]

Overwhelmed Anxiety Quotes to Calm Your Racing Mind

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Overwhelmed Anxiety Quotes for Quick Calm and Clarity Anxiety affects everyone at some point. Whether it’s daily life stress, social pressure, or the constant fear of failure, feeling overwhelmed is part of the human experience. From Maya Angelou to Winston Churchill, many have spoken about these feelings. Their words offer insight, comfort, and strength. This […]

High Functioning Depression: The Silent Struggle Behind Success

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Depression: Understanding the Hidden Struggle What is High Functioning Depression? High-functioning depression, often associated with persistent depressive disorder (PDD), is a mental health disorder where individuals manage daily responsibilities despite experiencing chronic depression symptoms. This form of depression is a subtype of depression that affects daily functioning, mental health conditions, and overall quality of life. […]