For many women around the world, becoming a mother is a joyous and exciting time. However, for many, the process can also be fraught with anxiety and distress. According to the World Health Organization, roughly 10-13% of pregnant women worldwide experience a mental disorder, primarily depression. In developing countries, these statistics raise to up to […]
Up to 13% of Pregnant Women Suffer from Depression Per WHO Read More »
Having thoughts while meditating is not a problem as long as they are met with non-judgmental, compassionate awareness. The Collective’s Meditation Practitioner, Cayce Howe, recently teamed up with Doctorpedia to discuss the importance of thoughts while meditating. Click on the video to learn more. + Click to See Our Approach For Treating Stress & Anxiety
Meditation: Letting Our Thoughts Just Be. Read More »
West Coast Symposium on Addictive Disorders’ 10th Anniversary /// May 30th to June 2nd /// La Quinta Resort & Club /// www.wcsad.com /// CLICK HERE for more information /// The Mental Health Collective Booth #77
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The Doctorpedia Team recently sat down with The Mental Health Collective’s Clinical Advisor to work through the topic of stress. Dr. Monisha Vasa defines stress and explains that though stress can sometimes be good and help promote productivity, when it interferes with the ability to function – it needs to be managed. If you or
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Vaping is on the rise with today’s American youth and the numbers prove it. According to the latest statistics from the World Health Organization, the number of vapers has increased rapidly from just seven million people in 2011 to over 35 million in 2016 alone with a predicted increase to nearly 55 million by 2021.
55 Million Vapers by 2021: Here are the Mental Health Risks Read More »
The popularity of online games has steadily grown in recent years, and shows no signs of stopping. According to a study released by Electronic Entertainment Design and Research, roughly 67% of Americans, or a staggering 211 million people, play video games including smartphone games, computer games and massive multiplayer online role playing games such as
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I have been in therapy for about ten years, and this is a fact I routinely share with my patients. Why? I don’t know how else to decrease the shame and stigma associated with seeking mental health support, other than starting with myself. For reasons that are beyond my understanding, we have put mental
I am a psychiatrist, and I am in therapy. Read More »
Treatment on the go? Busy lives and debilitating stress can so easily get in the way of seeking treatment when you need it most. While time away from technology is important, our smartphones cam be an important portable tool in finding accessible help. With a recent surge of interest in the research and development of
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Are you, or someone you know, affected by Bipolar Disorder? A survey by the World Health Organization states that Bipolar Disorder is the 6th leading case of disability in the world with nearly 6 million Americans affected. March 30th marks World Bipolar Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness and erasing the stigma surrounding this
