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8255 South AveYoungstown, OH 44512
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Let’s Talk about the Impact of Social Media on Adolescent Mental Health
/in Adolescent, Mental HealthOnline socialization is part of everyday life. Thanks to smartphones, the internet is always just a tap or two away, leading to a drastic increase in the amount of time adolescents and young adults spend online. According to the Pew Research Center, nine in ten U.S. teens use social, with close to half admitting to high levels of screen time.
There’s no two ways about it – social networks impact the mental health of teens and young adults who are constantly online. It’s now a regular part of young people’s lives, so it’s important to understand the real-life consequences when it comes to excessive use of social media (and how to support those who are feeling the effects).
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Can Treatment for Gambling Addiction Improve My Life?
/in Addiction HelpGambling addiction, also known as problem gambling or gambling disorder, is a disease that plagues many people’s lives – from finances to physical and mental well-being. Unfortunately, now more than ever before, this risk is ever-present with access to casinos and the growing popularity of online gambling.
Similarly to other forms of addiction, problem gambling can cause changes in brain function, including the release of dopamine, that reinforce the addictive behavior.
But, problem gambling doesn’t have to affect you or your loved ones. Thankfully, there are many resources available that address both compulsive gambling and gambling addiction treatment.
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Does My Insurance Plan Cover Chiropractic Care?
/in Chiropractic CareIf you‘re suffering from back pain or neck pain, you’ve likely considered chiropractic treatment as a potential pain relief option. But, does insurance cover a chiropractor?
The short answer is sometimes; it depends on your insurance coverage and in some cases the type of care you need — and why.
Regular chiropractic treatment is a great approach to pain management, often delivering relief for chronic pain from sciatica, osteoarthritis, and migraines. But, it’s hard to know when insurance plans cover chiropractic services. Let’s take a look at how insurance policies differ when it comes to whether or not they cover chiropractic treatment.
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11 Questions to Ask Your Healthcare Provider During Your Annual Physical Exam
/in Primary CareGet the most out of your annual physical exam by knowing the most important questions to ask your healthcare provider.
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Find Your Footing: 13 Grounding Techniques for Anxiety
/in Mental HealthFeelings of anxiety can get the best of us from time to time. If you have an anxiety disorder, ADHD, or suffer from panic attacks, it’s important to seek medical advice from a mental health professional. That said, you also have to be able to manage your mental health in daily life by developing coping strategies that can be used anywhere and anytime.
Distressing thoughts and flashbacks can make it hard to know what to do – but, these simple grounding techniques for anxiety can help you return to the present moment.
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The Link Between ADHD and Depression in Adolescents
/in Adolescent, Mental HealthDepression and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) are both common mental health conditions that young adults and adolescents experience. However, while they share some common symptoms, they are different things. A diagnosis of ADHD does not automatically mean a depression diagnosis – however, the two are often comorbidities.
Understanding the link between ADHD and depression – and the differences between the two – can help you or your loved one find the proper mental health care needed to manage the symptoms of either disorder.
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Why Medical Facial Acupuncture Is Not the Same as Cosmetic Acupuncture
/in AcupunctureAcupuncture is a traditional Chinese medicine that has become increasingly popular over the last few years. From relieving stress to clearing sinuses, patients turn to acupuncturists to feel better — a route that is not usually considered in conventional medicine but has been used for thousands of years!
However, acupuncture that works with acupuncture points in the face is not the same as cosmetic acupuncture or Botox. While both have their pros and cons, medical facial acupuncture reaps benefits that are beyond the surface level.
Let’s cover everything you need to know about this holistic approach to whole-body healing.
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Can a Chiropractor Help With Poor Posture? Here’s All You Need to Know
/in Chiropractic CareLooking to fix posture issues? Maybe you’ve tried everything from strengthening exercises to pressure-applying vests and haven’t seen any progress. Poor posture not only causes pain; it can also cause self-confidence issues. When nothing seems to help, struggling to find a fix that works can feel hopeless. But can a chiropractor help with poor posture problems?
Well, we’ve got good news for you. Chiropractic care can indeed help you improve your posture – and more!
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Physician Assistant vs Nurse Practitioner: Know Who’s Who in Healthcare
/in Primary CareIt can be hard to know the differences between all the various roles in the medical field. Nurse practitioners (NPs) and Physician Assistants (PAs) seem similar enough to cause confusion if you’re not a healthcare professional. They do many of the same things for the patient population, but their career path is slightly different, including their education, what they can do, and where they can do it.
So, physician assistant vs. nurse practitioner: what’s the difference and who should you see?
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Mental Illness vs. Mental Disorder – Know How to Talk About Mental Health
/in Mental HealthIf you or a loved one are struggling with mental health issues, it’s important to know how to talk about them. For those outside of the medical field, using the terms mental illness vs. mental disorder can cause some confusion. Let’s break it down.
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