by Omri Shalom | Jul 19, 2021 | Depression, Mental Health
Are you a caregiver? Whether you’re a professional caregiver that works with a hospice, nursing home, or agency, or you’re someone caring for a housebound loved one, it’s hard work. Unfortunately, because of the intensity of the job, caregiver...
by Omri Shalom | Jul 8, 2021 | Depression
Do you suspect you may be depressed but worry that asking for treatment might be selfish? Many people have depression, which is a serious but often a hidden health issue. But feeling selfish for asking for help with depression is an undue burden on yourself. You...
by Omri Shalom | Jun 24, 2021 | Depression
Are you or a loved one affected by depression? One in six people experiences this debilitating illness at some point in their lifetime. Whether mild and short-term or persistent and chronic, the effects of depression can be devastating. This illness can affect every...
by Omri Shalom | Jun 23, 2021 | Depression, Mental Health, Mental Illness
There is a school of thought that advocates using the psychoactive drug psilocybin, found in magic mushrooms, in treating depression, and there is an increasing body of evidence that supports its use. This is not a new idea; in fact, psychedelics have been considered...
by Omri Shalom | Jun 10, 2021 | Depression, Mental Health
June marks Pride Month, celebrating the LGBTQ+ community. As a mental health clinic, Brain Therapy uses this time to take a look at mental health in the community. Statistics show that LGBTQ people are particularly prone to depression. If this sounds like you or...
by Omri Shalom | May 28, 2021 | Depression
The very nature of major depressive disorder makes everything harder. Learning that it’s possible to find one’s self afflicted by a treatment-resistant version is borderline unfair. Yes, almost 30% of major depressive disorders end up being...
