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Mental Health & Therapy

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The Common Markers That Drug Tests Look for

Many people panic when asked to undergo a drug test even if they don’t use or abuse drugs. Different occasions may require that you submit to a drug test. Knowing what standard drug tests screen for can make the process less ominous. So, what do drug tests look for and what should you do if you’re worried about getting a positive result? Read on to find out.

Despite how common drug tests are, you can only be subjected to a mandatory drug test under certain circumstances. People or entities that

Inner Child Therapy - What It Is and How It Helps

In the United States, only 19% of adults receive treatment for mental health conditions. Less than 8% of them pursue counseling and therapy to deal with their problems. However, we experience life differently, so you should expect and seek different methods to address your mental health needs. Inner child therapy is one of those methods, and it’s proven effective in helping adults adopt healthier behavior patterns.

What is your inner child, and how can inner child work help you? Follow along as

Optum Mental Health Coverage | BHC

Roughly 20% of Americans deal with mental illness yearly. These concerning statistics prove the importance of receiving quality mental health services. If you’re an Optum mental health coverage beneficiary, you can easily receive care at Behavioral Health Centers in Port St. Lucie, Florida. Behavioral Health Centers is a participating provider in the Optum network. Our experienced mental health caregivers make our facility one of the best for receiving behavioral health assistance. Since the typ

United Healthcare Mental Health Coverage | BHC

We live in a world that frequently tests our mental health. You can easily develop mental and behavioral health disorders if you don’t have the right coping strategies. Fortunately, you can get the best mental health treatment at Behavioral Health Centers through your United Healthcare mental health coverage plan.

Behavioral Health Centers is one of the in-network providers for United Healthcare mental health coverage plans. Our facilities in Port St. Lucie, Florida, provide a great environment

Rapid Resolution Therapy - What It Is and Treats

To many people, the word ‘therapy’ brings to mind one-hour sessions where they talk to a therapist who just nods along and agrees with what they say. However, trauma comes in different forms, so addressing and treating it calls for different interventions. Rapid resolution therapy, or RRT therapy, is an alternative trauma intervention method that’s proved very effective in helping people quickly deal with traumatic events.

Read on to see what rapid therapy is, what it addresses, and what your R

Movie Depictions of Schizophrenia That Are More Accurate

Movies rarely portray mental illnesses well. If they aren’t making fun of people with mental conditions, they mix up the symptoms purely for dramatic flare or as a plot device. More often than not, movies with characters with schizophrenia fall into the latter category, focusing more on sensationalizing the condition rather than showing the nuanced lives people with schizophrenia live.

However, a few depictions of schizophrenia in movies manage to provide a more accurate look into what it’s lik

Suspect You've Been Roofied? Signs to Look for

A fun night out can become a nightmare when you suddenly experience roofied symptoms. The situation can worsen if this happens around people who don’t know how to spot symptoms of being roofied and get medical help. Learning these symptoms in advance can go a long way in preventing severe side effects of being roofied.

What Does It Mean To Be “Roofied?”

The word “roofied” refers to getting drugged without your knowledge or consent. You may exhibit roofied symptoms when someone tampers your dri

Where to Go for Long-Term Mental Health Care

Mental health is an important but often neglected aspect of life. Over 20% of Americans live with a mental illness, and many may need to stay at long-term mental health facilities.

Unfortunately, there’s a lot of stigma around live-in, long-term mental health facilities. Dispelling the fear and ignorance of permanent mental hospitals is important. Read on to find out what long-term mental health care is and what happens in long-term mental health facilities.

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