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How Narcissistic Personality Disorder Is Treated

Narcissistic personality disorder (NPD) is a complex and often misunderstood condition. It’s characterized by an inflated sense of self-importance, a deep need for excessive attention and admiration, and a lack of empathy for others. Living with NPD can be challenging, but it’s important to know that help is available. With the right treatment plan, individuals…

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Is Therapy for Schizophrenia Necessary?

Schizophrenia is a disorder that can jumble your thoughts or cause problems with thinking. If you are struggling with schizophrenia, chances are it may affect your relationships, daily life, and work or school environment. This is why it is paramount to seek care if you are struggling with the symptoms of schizophrenia. Harmony Hills offers…

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5 Tips for Managing Your Social Anxiety

Most people feel shy, nervous, or uncomfortable in certain social situations or settings. However, for individuals managing social anxiety disorder, also called social phobia, everyday social interactions cause levels of fear and embarrassment that are so challenging and persistent that it interferes with their ability to function in everyday life. At Harmony Hills, our anxiety…

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What to Look for in a Bipolar Rehab Center

Bipolar disorder is a serious mental health disorder that causes people to experience unpredictable shifts in mood from one extreme to the other. This cycling between periods of depression and mania is psychologically damaging and disrupts everyday life. Receiving a bipolar diagnosis can feel frightening. However, an accurate diagnosis is highly beneficial because you can…

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How Residential Treatment Can Help Treat Depression

Depression is a mental health disorder that impacts the lives of millions of people throughout the world. It is also one of the most commonly misunderstood. The term “depressed” has become a blanket word used to describe any general feelings of sadness or disappointment. Because of this, the seriousness of true depression is often overlooked.…

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Is a Mental Health IOP Right for Me?

An intensive outpatient program (IOP) for mental health is a structured treatment option that provides more support than typical outpatient therapy but does not require the intensive residential stay of an inpatient program. It’s a middle-ground solution designed to assist individuals who need more focused mental health care but still want to stay involved in…

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How Does the GAD-7 Scale Measure Anxiety?

The GAD-7 Questionnaire, a widely recognized tool in the field of mental health, plays a pivotal role in identifying and measuring the severity of generalized anxiety disorder. Understanding the intricacies of anxiety, a struggle faced by countless individuals worldwide is the first step toward managing it effectively. This debilitating condition, far from being just occasional…

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What Is the PHQ-9 Scale?

PHQ-9 Depression Questionnaire is a valuable tool used widely in the mental health field. This easy-to-use and efficient instrument helps clinicians and individuals assess the presence and severity of depression. Designed as a self-report questionnaire, the PHQ-9 scale asks about various depression symptoms experienced over the last two weeks, providing insights integral to identifying, diagnosing,…

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How Meditation Improves Mental Health and Well-Being

If you struggle with a mental health condition like depression or anxiety, you may have tried therapy or medication to alleviate your symptoms. This may provide sufficient relief for some, but other people may need something more. While this common form of mental health treatment can help you manage symptoms, a meditation therapy program might…

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Taking Medication for Depression: What to Know

If you have been diagnosed with depression, your doctor may recommend medications as part of your treatment plan. But knowing what to expect when taking medication for depression can be confusing and overwhelming. You may wonder about the different types of medications available for treating depression, how they work, and what side effects you may…

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