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panic attacks

Panic Attacks: 4 Quick Tips to Help Cope

July 21, 2021
The Nystrom & Associates provider consulted for this article is Catherine Barstow, LGSW, Outpatient Therapist.   If you’ve ever had a panic attack, you know that they are an extremely difficult experience. Panic attacks are characterized by intense anxiety and can happen anywhere, at any time. The onset comes without warning and an...
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stress

5 Effective Stress Management Tips

July 12, 2021
The Nystrom & Associates provider consulted for this article is Andy Huys, Outpatient Therapist, MA, LADC, LPCC (c).  Stress can build up on your commute, at work, and in your relationships. Some stress is natural, however, letting it continue without giving yourself a break is not. It’s important to learn how to effectively manage...
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personality disorder

What is Narcissistic Personality Disorder?

July 2, 2021
The Nystrom & Associates provider consulted for this article is Donna Christianson, LCSW, Outpatient Therapist.   The term narcissist tends to be a catchphrase in today’s culture to describe someone who seems full of themselves; however, narcissistic personalities are much more grandiose. People with narcissistic personality disorder (NPD) will have an inflated self-image, lack...
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self-esteem

How to Build Your Self-Esteem

June 28, 2021
The Nystrom & Associates provider consulted for this article is Melissa Nikovics, MA, LPCC, Outpatient Therapist.  Whether you’re aware of it or not, your self-esteem heavily impacts your life. It influences your relationships, decision-making, and plays a role in your motivation and overall wellbeing. Having low self-esteem is not a character trait; it can...
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ADHD

ADHD: Learn All About the 3 Types

June 18, 2021
The Nystrom & Associates provider consulted for this article is Megan Septer, PsyD, LP, Clinical Site Director/Licensed Psychologist.  Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a mental health diagnosis where symptoms of inattention and/or hyperactivity/impulsivity begin at a young age and can persist throughout adulthood. ADHD is one of the most common mental health disorders...
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meditation mental health

3 Ways Meditation Helps Your Mental Health

June 11, 2021
The Nystrom & Associates provider consulted for this article is Holly Oachs, MA, Outpatient Therapist.   Meditation is an ancient practice of cultivating inner peace. People have been meditating for thousands of years to cope with stress and train their attention. Meditation can be different for everyone depending on your journey and what works best...
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