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Postpartum Depression: Signs & Symptoms

May 21, 2021
The Nystrom & Associates provider consulted for this is Abby Fletcher, MA, LPCC, Outpatient Therapist. Motherhood comes with a lot of changes. Not only does your body change, but your hormones, daily routine, and mindset are affected, too. The physical and chemical changes after birth combined with emotional stressors can lead to postpartum depression (PPD). What Causes Postpartum Depression? There’s no one cause...
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Mental Health Awareness

May 10, 2021
The Nystrom & Associates provider consulted for this article is Amber Kost, MS, Outpatient Therapist.    Mental health awareness is vital because although mental health is invisible, it impacts everything we do. It influences our view of the world, how we interact with others, our behaviors, and our mood. Join the conversation and read on to learn...
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A Fixed vs. Growth Mindset

April 29, 2021
The Nystrom & Associates provider consulted for this article is Angela Laschinger, MA, LPCC, School-Based Mental Health Manager, and Outpatient Therapist.    A fixed vs. growth mindset plays a pivotal role in our mental health and capacity for happiness. It manifests from a young age and impacts our relationships, goals, and behaviors.   Fixed vs. Growth Mindset Defined  The main difference between these two mindsets is the underlying beliefs people have about their personality, abilities, and intelligence. Much...
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How Therapy Helps With Depression

April 9, 2021
The Nystrom & Associates provider consulted for this article is Jessica Auel, MS, LMFT, Outpatient Therapist.   Depression is a serious mood disorder and a common mental health problem. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, an estimated 17 million adult Americans suffer from depression during any one-year period.  However, depression is highly treatable. Therapy helps with depression in...
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How to Reset Your Mindset

March 29, 2021
The Nystrom & Associates provider consulted for this article is Travis Quinlan, MSW, LICSW, Dialectical Behavior Therapy Team Lead.   It’s perfectly okay to feel like you need to reset your mindset. We’ve all been there. Maybe it’s a lack of motivation, a sense of unproductivity, or you feel like you’re in a rut....
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5 Ways to Prevent Substance Abuse

March 18, 2021
The Nystrom & Associates providers consulted for this article are Amanda Lemire, Outpatient Therapist, and Mark Berven, SUD Program Manager.   There's no one way to stop someone from using drugs or alcohol, but there are things that everyone can implement to prevent substance abuse. Here are five ways to prevent substance abuse:  Identify Triggers  One of the first...
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