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Month: December 2025

Understanding Medication Side Effects: How Psychiatrists Help You Stay Safe, Informed, and Supported
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Understanding Medication Side Effects: How Psychiatrists Help You Stay Safe, Informed, and Supported

Beginning psychiatric medication or psychotropic drugs is often a meaningful step toward feeling better, especially for individuals who have been searching for a psychiatrist near me and are ready to begin professional support. For many people, it represents hope for relief

  • By James V Dyers, DO
  • December 27, 2025January 3, 2026
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Understanding Anger and Learning to Respond Differently
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Understanding Anger and Learning to Respond Differently

Anger is a natural, human emotion. It can signal that something feels unfair, unsafe, or out of control. In healthy forms, anger can motivate change, protect boundaries, and highlight unmet needs. However, when anger becomes frequent, intense, or difficult to manage,

  • By Angela Solis
  • December 23, 2025January 2, 2026
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Why Medication Response Can Change Over Time
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Why Medication Response Can Change Over Time

Psychiatric medications work within complex biological and psychological systems that are constantly evolving. Over time, the brain and body may respond differently to a medication than they did initially. Stress levels, sleep quality, physical health, hormonal changes, and aging can all

  • By James V Dyers, DO
  • December 17, 2025January 3, 2026
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DUI Evaluations in Illinois: What to Expect and How Crossroads Counseling Can Help
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DUI Evaluations in Illinois: What to Expect and How Crossroads Counseling Can Help

After a DUI arrest, it can be hard to know what comes next. The process often feels confusing, time-sensitive, and emotionally charged, especially when driving privileges, court requirements, and future outcomes are involved. At Crossroads Counseling Services, we provide professional DUI

  • By Angela Solis
  • December 10, 2025January 3, 2026
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