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Month: November 2025

CBT 101: What to Expect from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
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CBT 101: What to Expect from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

What Is CBT? We’ve all had those moments when our minds won’t stop racing; rehashing past mistakes, imagining the worst outcomes, or doubting our ability to handle what’s ahead. These thought loops can fuel stress, anxiety, and depression, making us feel

  • By Angela Solis
  • November 30, 2025December 3, 2025
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Balancing Mind and Medication: How Psychiatrists Personalize Treatment for Adolescents and Adults
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Balancing Mind and Medication: How Psychiatrists Personalize Treatment for Adolescents and Adults

Every person’s mental health journey is unique. No two minds think, feel, or heal in exactly the same way, and that’s what makes psychiatry both an art and a science. My work often centers on helping patients find that delicate balance

  • By James V Dyers, DO
  • November 27, 2025December 4, 2025
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When the Days Get Shorter: How Antidepressants Help Manage Fall Depression
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When the Days Get Shorter: How Antidepressants Help Manage Fall Depression

As the days grow shorter and the sunlight fades earlier each evening, many people notice their mood starting to shift. What once felt like mild fatigue or irritability can slowly deepen into something heavier: a sense of sadness, loss of motivation,

  • By James V Dyers, DO
  • November 25, 2025December 3, 2025
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The Connection Between Sleep and Psychiatric Medication: Why Rest Is Part of the Prescription
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The Connection Between Sleep and Psychiatric Medication: Why Rest Is Part of the Prescription

You’re taking your medication as prescribed, but your sleep still feels broken, or maybe you’re sleeping too much. It’s a common struggle, and you’re not alone. Many individuals find that even when their medication is working to manage symptoms, their sleep

  • By James V Dyers, DO
  • November 18, 2025December 3, 2025
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When Medication Feels Like Too Much: How Psychiatrists Help Simplify Complex Treatment Plans
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When Medication Feels Like Too Much: How Psychiatrists Help Simplify Complex Treatment Plans

If you’ve ever felt like your medication list keeps growing, or that your prescriptions are more confusing than helpful, you’re not alone. Many people managing anxiety, depression, mood disorders, or co-occurring conditions eventually find themselves taking multiple medications at once, sometimes

  • By James V Dyers, DO
  • November 12, 2025December 3, 2025
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When AI Isn’t a Therapist: The Real Risks of Relying on ChatGPT for Mental Health Advice
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When AI Isn’t a Therapist: The Real Risks of Relying on ChatGPT for Mental Health Advice

You open ChatGPT and ask, “Why do I feel so anxious lately?” Within seconds, you get a detailed, soothing response. The words might even sound caring, as if the program understands what you’re going through. But while artificial intelligence can simulate

  • By Angela Solis
  • November 5, 2025December 3, 2025
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