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Which Supplements and Herbs Can Help Me With Insomnia?

By Alexandra Smith, MA, LPCC

Discover natural remedies to manage sleeplessness without relying on over-the-counter drugs.

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How Does Magnesium Support Mental Health?

By Alexandra Smith, MA, LPCC

From supporting adrenals to supporting sleep, magnesium plays a vital role in supporting mental health as well. To learn more, read on.

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Which Supplements and Herbs Can Help Me Combat Brain Fog?

By Alexandra Smith, MA, LPCC

For persistent brain fog, these three herbs may help.

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8 Key Supplements to Boost Your Mental Health — Naturally

By Alexandra Smith, MA, LPCC

Herbs, supplements, and other natural remedies promote well-being — yet separating help from hype can be challenging. Follow this expert guidance.

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Can Trauma Foster Personal Development?

By Alexandra Smith, MA, LPCC

Some of us struggling in the wake of trauma can also, in time, experience personal growth. This concept is called posttraumatic growth.

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Can You Analyze Your Dreams? Yes, and Here’s How

By Alexandra Smith, MA, LPCC

Your subconscious is speaking to you while you’re sleeping. Here are strategies to uncover what it’s saying.

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Can Chronic Inflammation in the Body Cause Mental Illness?

By Alexandra Smith, MA, LPCC

Researchers have begun exploring the link between chronic inflammation and psychiatric disorders.

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What Is a Behavioral Addiction?

By Alexandra Smith, MA, LPCC

Shopping, gambling, social-media use, and sex are all behaviors that are potentially addictive. Learn how they happen and what defines this type of addiction.

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What Are Seniors’ Most Common Mental Health Issues?

By Alexandra Smith, MA, LPCC

Depression and physical decline are just two issues many seniors face.

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What Is Social Anxiety Disorder?

By Alexandra Smith, MA, LPCC

Mingling with unfamiliar people and eating in front of others are just two things that can cause debilitating symptoms for people with social anxiety disorder.

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Support After a Suicide

By Alexandra Smith, MA, LPCC

A grief specialist offers thoughts on how to support yourself or a loved one after a suicide.

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How to Talk About Mental Health — and Ask for Help

By Alexandra Smith, MA, LPCC

The key? Understanding and overcoming the stigma surrounding mental health.

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Coping With Ambiguous Loss

By Alexandra Smith, MA, LPCC

How do we find closure when we’re not even sure the door has closed?

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Adolescents’ Most Common Mental-Health Issues

By Alexandra Smith, MA, LPCC

When is it depression, social anxiety, or substance abuse — and when is it normal “teen angst”?

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The Promise of Psychedelics in Mental-Health Care

By Alexandra Smith, MA, LPCC

Psychedelics such as psilocybin and MDMA have been used to treat everything from depression to PTSD to substance use.

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The Benefits of Group Therapy

By Alexandra Smith, MA, LPCC

Individual therapy sessions are great for mental-health support, but group therapy also offers a variety of unique advantages.

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Understanding OCD

By Alexandra Smith, MA, LPCC

What is OCD, and what are some treatment options?

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The Emotional Impact of Miscarriage

By Alexandra Smith, MA, LPCC

Coping with the loss of a pregnancy can take a toll on both a person and a relationship. Here’s why — and what to do about it.

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Understanding ADHD

By Alexandra Smith, MA, LPCC

Treating ADHD starts by understanding what it is — and what it isn’t.

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How to Find the Right Therapist

By Alexandra Smith, MA, LPCC

Credentials, cost, and length of treatment are just a few factors to consider when finding a therapist.

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The Warning Signs of Depression — and When to Seek Help

By Alexandra Smith, MA, LPCC

Depression is more common than you might think. Here are some symptoms of depression, as well as new treatments.

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