Counseling - Maximum Health

Questions to Ask a Mental-Health Professional at Your First Appointments

A practical checklist for discussing diagnosis, therapy, medication, side effects, alternatives and second opinions with a mental-health professional.

Dave Hawkin February 15, 2023

Mental Health

Depression: Symptoms, Treatment, and When to Get Urgent Help

Evidence-informed guide to depression symptoms, psychotherapy, antidepressants, supportive lifestyle measures and when suicidal thoughts require urgent help.

Dave Hawkin February 15, 2023

men consoling a member of a group therapy

Mental Health

Group Therapy: Benefits, Limitations, and What to Expect

Practical guide to group therapy, including benefits, differences from peer support, suitability, confidentiality and questions to ask before joining a group.

Dave Hawkin February 15, 2023

Mental Health

Schizophrenia and Psychosis: Symptoms, Treatment, and Recovery

Evidence-informed guide to schizophrenia and psychosis covering hallucinations, delusions, negative symptoms, antipsychotic medication, coordinated specialty care and recovery without stigma.

Dave Hawkin February 15, 2023

Mental Health

Mental Health and Substance Use: Why Co-Occurring Disorders Need Integrated Care

Evidence-informed guide to co-occurring mental-health and substance-use disorders, diagnosis, integrated treatment and when intoxication or withdrawal needs urgent medical care.

Dave Hawkin February 15, 2023

Mental Health

Antidepressants: Benefits, Risks, Side Effects, and Safe Use

Evidence-informed guide to antidepressant benefits, side effects, monitoring, discontinuation, psychotherapy and questions to discuss with a prescriber.

Dave Hawkin February 15, 2023

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