What You Should Look For In A Therapist
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What You Should Look For In A Therapist

So you’ve decided that it’s time to seek out a therapist to deal with your mental illness or other concerns you might have in life. That’s great!  But therapy requires hard work. Your therapist may ask you to do homework, which may involve confronting things that are uncomfortable or frightening. It is your responsibility to…

What Your College-Age Children Should Know About Alcohol
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What Your College-Age Children Should Know About Alcohol

North Carolina does not allow for any exceptions to its underage drinking policy. That means that the first time your kids will be allowed to drink is when they’re 21. Even after it’s legal, they shouldn’t necessarily start drinking; CDC guidelines “do not recommend that individuals who do not drink alcohol start drinking for any…

The Mental Health Consequences of Overparenting
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The Mental Health Consequences of Overparenting

When Sigmund Freud changed the field of psychology in the early 1900s, he introduced the stereotypical relationship between patient and “shrink”: the patient lies on his back on a couch or bed while the therapist listens, takes notes, and then tells the patient how all their problems stem back to mom and dad. It’s an…

Do Mental Illnesses Need To Be Medicated?
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Do Mental Illnesses Need To Be Medicated?

If you or a loved one are struggling to manage your mental health, there are many resources available to get you feeling better. Depending on the diagnosis, you and your care team might consider lifestyle changes, therapy, and/or medication.  However, medication for your mental illness can be complicated. Some medications come with unfortunate side effects…