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Jan 23, 2024 | 
talkspace.com | Bisma Anwar |Karmen Smith LCSW
Reader’s Note: If you or someone you love is having thoughts of suicide or self-harm, reach out to the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline for free, confidential support, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Depression is a common mental health condition that can impact every part of your life — from interpersonal relationships to professional growth to the ability to get out of bed and complete normal daily functions and tasks.
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Dec 15, 2023 | 
talkspace.com | Karmen Smith LCSW
Growing up today is tough. Many teens today feel overwhelmed with academic pressures, sports, friends and social circles, and navigating the digital world. Even before the pandemic, research showed that anxiety and depression were the number 1 problem teens experience — in fact, over 70% of teenagers said it was a “major” concern. The problem has only worsened since COVID.
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Dec 15, 2023 | 
talkspace.com | Minkyung Chung |Karmen Smith LCSW
The long COVID pandemic has been a nearly four-year global game-changer. Regardless of who you are, what industry you’re in, your age, or any other factor, the pandemic touched every corner of life for us. It’s been unprecedented and played tricks with our sense of time.
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Nov 30, 2023 | 
talkspace.com | Dion Metzger |Karmen Smith LCSW
Paxil (paroxetine) is an antidepressant that’s FDA-approved to treat several mental health conditions. Paxil is in a class of drugs called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), which alter serotonin levels in the brain to improve mood.
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Nov 30, 2023 | 
talkspace.com | Dion Metzger |Karmen Smith LCSW
Prozac (fluoxetine) is a common antidepressant in the class of drugs known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). These drugs work by altering levels of the neurotransmitter serotonin in the brain to enhance mood. SSRIs like Prozac are the most commonly prescribed antidepressants for treating major depressive disorder (MDD), panic disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and some others when prescribed.
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Nov 30, 2023 | 
talkspace.com | Famous Erwin |Karmen Smith LCSW
Recent research shows that men are lonelier than ever. Only 27% of men say they have 6 close friends (this number is half what it was 30 years ago). Further, 15% of men say they have no close friends at all (up an astounding 500% since 1990). Why do these numbers matter? First, studies suggest that loneliness is a significant factor in developing depression. The Anxiety and Depression Association of America notes that clinical depression is something an estimated live with each year in this country.
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Oct 18, 2023 | 
talkspace.com | Dion Metzger |Karmen Smith LCSW
More than 13% of adults in the United States take an antidepressant medication, according to CDC research. Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are a popular class of drugs for treating depression, anxiety disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and other conditions. Two commonly prescribed SSRIs are Lexapro (escitalopram) and Prozac (fluoxetine).
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Sep 18, 2023 | 
talkspace.com | Famous Erwin |Karmen Smith LCSW
As a therapist, you’re certainly not required to find a specific niche to focus on. That said, therapy niches have become increasingly common in the world of mental health providers, and for good reason. They’re an effective way to improve treatment outcomes and allow therapists to focus on areas of treatment they most connect to. When you decide to hone in on a specific counseling niche, you can work to deepen your knowledge and expertise in distinct conditions and treatment modalities.
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Sep 18, 2023 | 
talkspace.com | Muhammad Afzan Munir |Karmen Smith LCSW
If you’re considering getting hydroxyzine online — or taking any new prescription medication — to treat your anxiety, a common question that might be on your mind is: how long does it take for hydroxyzine to work? Unfortunately, the answer is: it depends. How long it takes for any drug to begin working can vary from person to person. That said, many people find that hydroxyzine starts reducing anxiety symptoms quickly.
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Aug 29, 2023 | 
talkspace.com | Karmen Smith LCSW
Having the right tools to know how to calm down from anger can be essential for maintaining mental health and fostering healthy relationships. Although it’s a natural human emotion, many types of anger can be destructive when you don’t know how to manage it effectively. When you learn how to stay calm when angry with the following methods, you can express yourself effectively without letting your anger get the best of you. Why Do I Get Mad So Easily? Ever wondered, why am I so angry all the time?
