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Guilt & Shame: What's the Difference?

December 13, 2021
The Nystrom & Associates provider consulted for this article is Rebecca Sanders, MA, LPCC, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Outpatient Therapist.   Do you know the difference between guilt and shame?   You may think guilt and shame are the same feelings, however, they are vastly different.   While guilt is a result of a perceived wrong, shame is a powerful emotion that...
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Coping With Suicidal Thoughts

December 7, 2021
The Nystrom & Associates provider consulted for this article is Jack Hinrichs, MA, LMFT, Outpatient Therapist.  Suicidal thoughts, while scary, are not an uncommon experience. Many people have had suicidal thoughts at one point in their life. Please know that you are not alone, and you can overcome these thoughts and feelings.   If you’re considering acting on suicidal thoughts, seek help immediately. Find the...
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How Does Abuse Affect Mental Health?

December 3, 2021
The Nystrom & Associates provider consulted for this article is Cutler Dozier, LGSW, Outpatient Therapist.   Abuse can happen at any point in life – as a child or an adult. There are several types of abuse including physical, sexual, emotional, verbal/mental, and financial abuse. Abuse can occur in any relationship, including relationships with family...
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What is Substance Use Disorder?

December 1, 2021
The Nystrom & Associates provider consulted for this article is Debra Erickson, MA, LADC, Outpatient Therapist.   Did you know that 1 in 12 American adults have a substance use disorder (SUD)?   SUD is a mental health disorder that involves the uncontrolled use of a substance. It starts with the voluntary decision to use a substance....
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Trauma & PTSD

November 24, 2021
The Nystrom & Associates provider consulted for this article is Diana Ramone, MSW, LICSW, Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, Outpatient Therapist.  Trauma is a person’s psychological response to a stressful or disturbing experience. Typically, traumatic experiences are sudden and unpredictable. There are several distinct types of trauma – however, if trauma that is interfering with day-to-day life is not addressed, it can lead to mental health...
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The 3 Categories of Schizophrenia Symptoms

November 23, 2021
The Nystrom & Associates provider consulted for this article is Crystal Skenandore, LPC, Outpatient Therapist.  Schizophrenia is a severe, chronic mental health disorder that changes a person’s thoughts, behaviors, and emotions. Usually, symptoms first appear in early adulthood. They must be present for at least six months in order for a diagnosis to...
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