Diagnosing Anxiety 2020 has been a challenging year for mental health, filled with unknowns and anxiety-inducing events. From COVID-19 and its inherent health risks to the isolation imposed by quarantine and social distancing, we can all agree that a certain amount of anxiety is appropriate. That said, with the reopening of the country and thus …
Today we’d like to introduce you to Dr. Monisha Vasa, Dr. Anna McCarthy and Ryan Franke. So, before we jump into specific questions, why don’t you give us some details about you and your story. Ryan Franke: We knew Orange County was feeling the void of comprehensive, integrative, and evidence-based mental health treatment programming. Dr. …
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Depression is a complex word. Beyond its clinical definition, we have the stigmas, misconceptions, variations, and implications that come with it. Questions like “Why are you sad?” or “What happened?” seem natural, but as anyone with depression can attest, these are often far from answerable. WHAT IS DEPRESSION? The World Health Organization defines depression as …
The transition from high school to college is often filled with a mix of emotions–excitement at leaving home, anxiety about starting a new phase of life, worry about academic and social challenges, and sadness about leaving behind friends and family. New graduates can often put a great deal of pressure on themselves to launch into …
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What has been long-stigmatized by the professional sports industry for generations is now making headway as a topic of discussion and acceptance, with more recent dialogue from the professionals themselves forging the way. Mental health awareness is becoming a mainstream and frankly, required, focal point in the lives of pro athletes. With the help of …
How does a mother practice self-care? This might seem like an obvious question with an obvious answer. Magazine columns and social media often depict self care as a quick mani-pedi, or a Friday night girls night out. And while the spa or Taco Tuesday may occasionally be just what moms need, often the question of …
Maintaining mental health at the workplace more than chasing away a bad case of the “Mondays”. The average American spends roughly one-third of their life at work, and although nearly every employee can identify with the standard weekday morning blues and dragging feet, negative work environments can lead to more significant mental health issues or …
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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 …
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 …
