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Learn the Different Types of Psychotherapy

June 13, 2019

Different types of therapy focus on treating emotional and mental health issues. Learn about the main types of psychotherapy. Read More

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Categorized as: Family Health, Mental Health Awareness

Tagged with: cognitive-behavior therapy, integrative therapy, mental health, psychoanalysis, psychotherapy, supportive therapy

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How to Help Someone With Depression

May 16, 2019

Is your friend or family member struggling with their mental health? Here's how to help someone with depression. Read More

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Categorized as: Family Health, Health Topics A-Z, Living and Wellness, Mental Health Awareness

Tagged with: 1-877-624-4100, depression, disease, how to help someone with depression, illness, mental health, mental illness, self-care, strain, Suicide

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“Should I Go to a Therapist?” When to Seek Counseling

March 12, 2019

"Should I go to a therapist?" If you're asking this question, chances are the answer is "yes." Learn more from the experts at UPMC. Read More

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Categorized as: Mental Health Awareness

Tagged with: counselor, mental health, therapist, therapy, UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital

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Is This an Anxiety Attack or Heart Attack? How to Know

February 16, 2018

People experiencing anxiety and chest pain often fear a cardiac event. Here's how to know whether you're dealing with an anxiety attack or heart attack. Learn More

Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health

Tagged with: anxiety, anxiety and chest pain, anxiety attack, anxiety attack or heart attack, anxiety feels like heart attack, cardiac event, cardiac events, chest pain, depression, heart attack, heart attack risk factors, heart disease, Heart Health, mental health, mood disorder, mood disorders, panic attack, panic disorder, risk factors, stress

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Weight Loss Surgery and Mental Health

September 29, 2017

Significant weight loss transformations can bring about a variety of emotions. Learn about how weight loss surgery affects your mental health. Read More

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Categorized as: Living and Wellness

Tagged with: bariatric surgery, mental health, weight loss

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What to Expect During an Inpatient Mental Health Stay

May 23, 2017

Learn more about what to expect during a mental health inpatient stay. Discover what to bring, and what type of help you will receive. Read More

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Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Mental Health Awareness

Tagged with: inpatient treatment, mental health, psychiatric hospital

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3 Incredible Ways Running Can Improve Your Mood

April 25, 2017

Walking and running come with benefits for both the body and mind. Learn about the mental health benefits of running and how exercise can improve your mood. Read More

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Categorized as: Fitness, Living and Wellness, Mental Health Awareness

Tagged with: anxiety, benefits of running, depression, exercise, mental health, mood, runner's high, running, treatments for depression, walking

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5 Ways to De-Stress and Feel Better During Finals Week

April 14, 2017

Learn how to practice self-care and manage stress during finals week. Find out how eating well, sleeping, and working out can improve your stress levels. Read More

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Categorized as: Living and Wellness

Tagged with: anxiety, energy, finals week, managing stress, mental health, mobile featured, self-care, sleep deprivation

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Can You Identify These Eating Disorder Warning Signs?

March 10, 2017

Can you identify the symptoms of an eating disorder? Learn eating disorder facts from fiction with this guide to ED warning signs. Read More

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Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Mental Health Awareness

Tagged with: body image, eating disorders, healthy eating, mental health