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Discontinuing Long-Term Medication Use

Discontinuing psychotropic medication can be a difficult process, sometimes inducing what is called “discontinuation syndrome” wherein people experience headaches, nausea, dizziness, and other negative withdrawal effects. If you are considering tapering off of your medication, learn what to expect and work with a healthcare provider to ensure that you do everything you can to optimize the process.

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A Traditional Chinese Medicine Approach to PMS

If you are someone who suffers from PMS or PMDD, you likely already know how important it is to have effective treatment options that address often painful and disruptive symptoms. Read on to learn more about the causes PMS and PMDD and the ways that Chinese Medicine is providing relief for women through acupuncture.

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Imago Relationship Therapy and the Imago Dialogue

Today we are exploring one of several therapeutic options available to couples looking for relationship support- Imago Therapy. The team at Mind Body Seven knows that mental healthcare is not ‘one size fits all,’ and we hope that this series on couples counseling will give you insight into some methods that may work for your relationship.

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Ketogenic Diet and Dementia

Could a high fat, low carb diet be an effective approach to dementia prevention and care? Rates of dementia are the highest they have ever been and scientists are still looking for a cure. In this article we explore how a ketogenic diet may be an effective integrative treatment for this debilitating disease.

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Vitamin D for Depression

At least 25% of Americans are deficient in Vitamin D. Find out why vitamin D is important for your mental health and how to meet the recommended daily dose. While sunlight provides the most vitamin D naturally, too much sun exposure provides its own risks and so many people turn to vitamin D supplements.

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Is Social Media Contributing To Your Anxiety?

The average user spends 116 minutes on social media each day. Whether you use these platforms with intent or find yourself mindlessly scrolling, it’s easy to get caught up in the trap of comparison or have feelings of FOMO (fear of missing out) which can lead to anxiety.

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Relationship Education for Couples Therapy

We are continuing to explore therapy options for couples seeking support and today are taking a look at the Relationship Education Approach. If you are considering couples counseling, we encourage you to follow this series to see if any one approach speaks to you, and if you still have questions about therapeutic options for couples, reach out to us at Mind Body Seven.

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The Gottman Method for Couples Therapy

If you and your partner are looking for tools to help build, support, or heal your relationship, you may want to consider the Gottman Method. Just one of many therapeutic options available to couples, the Gottman Method is a well researched, proven method for improving relationships. Read our overview of the method here and use the resources provided if you’re interested in learning more.

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10 Ingredients for Good Couples Counseling

Whether you’ve been together for two months or 20 years, couples counseling can be a great way to build, maintain, and heal your relationship. Here we lay out ten things to look for in a couples counselor that will hopefully make your search a little simpler. While it can seem like a daunting task, once you find the right person to work with, couples counseling can be incredibly rewarding.

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