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Talk therapy (also referred to as psychotherapy) is an increasingly popular treatment option for mental health concerns, helping you cope with difficult times such as grieving for a lost loved one or being diagnosed with serious illness. SonderMind is a telehealth platform offering video and messaging sessions with licensed mental health professionals, at typically lower […]

Alternative Therapy LLC of Hamden, CT offers individual, couple and family counseling and hypnotherapy services that are culturally sensitive in order to ensure each client feels understood and supported. Complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) refers to any treatments outside the realm of traditional medicine that may help alleviate symptoms associated with cancer and aid treatment, […]

Many individuals struggle with drug dependency. Some individuals find relief through self-help programs like AA or NA that emphasize sobriety and community participation. Others opt for alternative treatment approaches, including yoga, art therapy, acupuncture and massage therapy as alternative forms of recovery therapy. These alternatives aim to supplement traditional addiction treatment methods for improved overall […]

Corticosteroids help reduce inflammation and suppress immunity, alleviating symptoms associated with conditions like rheumatoid arthritis and asthma. Unfortunately, they can also have unwanted side effects, including thinned skin, weight gain and oral thrush. Studies have demonstrated that administering steroids on an alternate day schedule helps minimize hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis suppression and increase patient compliance with therapy. […]

Benzodiazepines are powerful sedatives that are effective at treating anxiety and sleep issues, by increasing the effectiveness of GABA (an endogenous chemical produced in your brain) to block communication between neurons. Long-term use increases risks of addiction and withdrawal symptoms. Furthermore, prolonged usage impairs cognition and can increase risks such as falls, fractures and car […]