Search Results for: PTSD
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Is It Safe to Drink Alcohol While Taking Antidepressants?
Antidepressants and alcohol don't mix for numerous reasons. Here's what you need to know before drinking alcohol when on antidepressants.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Mental Health
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What Does It Mean To Experience A Trauma Trigger?
Some people will have a subconscious reaction to things that remind them of the original trauma. These reminders are called trauma triggers.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Mental Health
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Health Disparities Q&A With Dr. Bledsoe
Demond E. Bledsoe, PhD, LPC, is a senior program director with UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital, where he provides clinical support to inpatient behavioral health units in UPMC hospitals and select outpatient facilities across Pennsylvania.Read More
Categorized as: Health Equity, Living and Wellness, Policy and Advocacy
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Why Managing Mental Health Is Important
To manage your mental health, use these tips to manage your mental well-being — and know these warning signs of mental illness.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Mental Health
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Complex Concussions: Diagnosing and Treating Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and Concussion
The symptoms of concussion and PTSD may overlap. It's important to see a medical professional who can separate the symptoms to successfully treat both issues.Read More
Categorized as: Concussion, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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Manage Ruminating Thoughts for Better Mental Health
Ruminating thoughts are bad for your mental health. Discover what rumination is, how it's connected to anxiety and depression, and effective treatments for it.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Mental Health
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The Link Between Sleep Deprivation and Depression
Can lack of sleep cause depression? Learn how sleep deprivation and insomnia increase your risk of depression and anxiety.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Mental Health, Sleep Health
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UPMC HealthBeat Podcast: resolve Crisis Services
Dr. Jack Rozel, Medical Director, resolve Crisis Services, discusses the mission and work of this 24/7 crisis services hotline at UPMC.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Mental Health, UPMC HealthBeat Podcast
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Recovering After COVID-19: What to Expect
People may recover differently from COVID-19 depending on how severe their illness was. Find out from UPMC what to expect and what you can do to help recovery.Read More
Categorized as: COVID-19