MENTAL HEALTH & WELLNESS BLOG
MENTAL HEALTH & WELLNESS BLOG
Thank you for visiting our mental health & wellness blog. We write about a variety of topics, including psychiatry, mental health, depression, anxiety, and how to cope with these mental health disorders—whether you suffer from them yourself, or are trying to support a struggling friend or loved one.
If you would like to learn more about the psychiatry and ketamine therapy services available at Bluewater Psychiatry, please contact us for a free initial consultation.
Finding Stability: How Ketamine Therapy Can Aid in Managing Bipolar Disorder
Imagine feeling euphoric one day, brimming with energy and ideas, only to plummet into a profound sadness the next. This is the reality for many individuals living with bipolar disorder. Bipolar disorder is a mental health condition characterized by extreme mood...
Could Ketamine Treatment Help Provide Support for Men’s Mental Health Crisis
June is Men's Mental Health Awareness Month—a time dedicated to addressing the distinct mental health challenges that men often face. Despite higher rates of depression, suicide, and substance abuse compared to women, men are significantly less likely to seek...
Mental Health of LGBTQ+ Youth
Mental health is a crucial aspect of overall well-being for everyone, including LGBTQ+ youth. While being LGBTQ+ itself doesn't cause mental health issues, the unique challenges they face can significantly impact their mental well-being. From discrimination to lack of...
Beyond Talk Therapy: Exploring Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) for PTSD
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is famously a difficult diagnosis to cure. Often, traditional psychiatric drugs don’t work, or don’t work well enough, and the condition can go on to have life-altering effects. For the past few decades, though, alternative...
Sunshine on Your Mind: How Getting Outside Boosts Your Mood
Sunshine isn’t only good for a day at the beach. The amount of daylight sun you take in has a direct effect on your mental health, which means getting outside boosts your mood. There are so many ways to take advantage of the warmer months, getting much needed sun...
Stuck in a Loop? How Ketamine Can Help Break Free from OCD
Ketamine treatment has proven itself a valuable tool in treating tough cases of depression, anxiety, and PTSD. One area that hasn’t received as much attention is ketamine’s ability to help those who suffer break free from OCD. With research ongoing, ketamine treatment...
Understanding Ketamine Treatment and Power of Disassociation
The benefits of ketamine treatment for mental health mood disorders like anxiety, depression, and PTSD are well documented, with many patients reporting quick and lasting results. One of the drug’s characteristics that is believed to be so beneficial to patients is...
Importance of Building a Support System: The Role of Friends, Family, and Therapy
Personal connection is at the heart of human experience. Building a support system of friends, family, and professionals can impact your physical and mental health in more ways than you might imagine. For example, the right support system can add years to your life....
Beyond the Drip: How Your Mindset and Surroundings Enhance Ketamine Therapy
In the realm of mental health treatment, ketamine therapy has emerged as a groundbreaking intervention, offering hope to those battling depression and related conditions. Yet, amidst the focus on the pharmacological aspects of ketamine infusions, the significance of...
3 Practices to Maximize Your Ketamine Treatment Journey
Embarking on a journey to maximize your ketamine treatment requires a holistic approach that goes beyond the administration of the medication. We want to take the time to explore three essential practices aimed at enhancing your overall experience and outcomes during...
Exploring How the Body May Respond to Ketamine Treatment at Bluewater Psychiatry
In the realm of mental health treatments, ketamine has emerged as a promising avenue for addressing depression, particularly in cases resistant to traditional therapies. At Bluewater Psychiatry, understanding the diverse ways patients respond to ketamine is crucial...
Finding Tranquility: The Crucial Role of Meditation in Between Ketamine Treatments
In the fast-paced world we live in, finding moments of tranquility can be challenging. Our team understands the importance of comprehensive mental health care, and that's why we emphasize the significance of meditation in between ketamine treatments. The fusion of...
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