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Mental Health News by American Behavioral Clinics of Wisconsin

Is Overstimulation Steering Your Life off Course?

2024-09-03T15:03:13-05:00

Are you frequently anxious? Do headaches regularly interrupt your life? Are your ears actually ringing while you read this? These could be signs of overstimulation. Overstimulation Explained If you've ever told anyone you felt stressed out, you were probably reeling from overstimulation. Ultimately, if we don't minimize or eliminate the potential [...]

Is Overstimulation Steering Your Life off Course?2024-09-03T15:03:13-05:00

Is It Better to See a Psychiatrist or a Psychologist?

2024-09-03T14:38:51-05:00

Whether it’s better to see a psychiatrist or a psychologist depends on your needs: Psychiatrist: Medical Doctor: Psychiatrists are medical doctors (MDs) who can prescribe medication. Focus: They often focus on the biological aspects of mental health issues, such as chemical imbalances in the brain. Treatment: They typically manage treatment [...]

Is It Better to See a Psychiatrist or a Psychologist?2024-09-03T14:38:51-05:00

10 Wonderful Things About Fall in Wisconsin

2024-08-21T16:11:17-05:00

The transition from summer to fall in Wisconsin & throughout The Midwest brings about many wonderful things that can have positive effects on your mental well-being. Here are 10 great things about this season change! Outdoor Activities: Fall is a fantastic time for outdoor activities like hiking, biking, and camping. [...]

10 Wonderful Things About Fall in Wisconsin2024-08-21T16:11:17-05:00

Do Wisconsinites Experience More Depression Than Other Americans?

2024-08-06T17:53:34-05:00

If you're a fellow citizen of Wisconsin, you probably agree with us that we live in a beautiful state. Of course, we also appreciate the fact that cloudy days are common here. Gloomy weather can impact our thoughts, so let's consider whether Wisconsinites like us experience depression more frequently than [...]

Do Wisconsinites Experience More Depression Than Other Americans?2024-08-06T17:53:34-05:00

For Your Mental Wellbeing, Forgive Yourself

2024-07-19T10:51:33-05:00

Are you hard on yourself? Certainly, value and virtue arise from being honest with the person you see in the mirror. Still, we can go too far. If you've been unhappy in life for an unsettling period of time, we suggest you pause for a moment and consider your current capacity to [...]

For Your Mental Wellbeing, Forgive Yourself2024-07-19T10:51:33-05:00

10 Great Indicators of Mental Well Balance

2024-07-16T14:07:34-05:00

Mental health and balance encompass a range of emotional, psychological, and social factors. A mentally healthy and balanced individual typically exhibits the following traits. These qualities contribute to overall well-being, enabling individuals to navigate life's challenges effectively and maintain a positive outlook. Cultivating these attributes can lead to a more fulfilling and resilient life: [...]

10 Great Indicators of Mental Well Balance2024-07-16T14:07:34-05:00

For a Happier Summer, Employ These Behavioral Skills

2024-07-03T10:43:49-05:00

Summer's events can generate diverse emotions. For some, those emotions may be intense, distracting or destructive. You can enjoy a happier summer by employing skills developed by dialectical behavior therapists. What Is Dialectical Behavior Therapy? Originally developed as a treatment for borderline personality disorder, this type of therapy that's also known [...]

For a Happier Summer, Employ These Behavioral Skills2024-07-03T10:43:49-05:00

When You Compare, Do You Despair?

2024-06-21T14:51:20-05:00

Earlier this year, a team of researchers in Switzerland shared their peer-reviewed insights regarding the effects of social comparison via Instagram on users' mental health. You can access the team's full journal article through ScienceDirect. According to the paper's authors, "The effects of depressive symptoms and social comparisons lead to a [...]

When You Compare, Do You Despair?2024-06-21T14:51:20-05:00