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At BasePoint Psychiatry & Wellness we are committed to going above and beyond for our patients as well as the communities in which we serve. As part of that ongoing effort we feel that providing free information on psychiatry, counseling and wellness is an important part of that commitment, particularly in an age where everything is digestible on the internet.
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Our blog is here to keep you up to date on the most recent developments in mental health. While our blog is not written by a doctor and should not be taken as medical advice, it is here to provide useful information to those affected by mental health problems either directly or indirectly.
Is TMS Covered By Insurance: What Is The Treatment Cost?
What is TMS Therapy? Depression, also known as the silent epidemic, affects more than 16 million adults in the USA, with more cases being reported each year.
What Are The Long-Term Effects of Depression
When most of us hear the word depression, we immediately think of extreme sadness and listlessness in a person. However, there are more effects than
What Are The Effects Of Depression On The Brain?
Depression is a highly misunderstood mental illness that has a major impact on our brain and body functions. Scientists still don’t understand the pathology of
Depression as a Chaotic Disease: The Causes and Effects of Depression
Depression is a prevalent mental illness that is still widely misunderstood. Many people make assumptions that those with the disorder are “sad.” The reality is,
Public Perception Of Teens And Mental Health
Did you know that more children who have depression also have a co-existing anxiety disorder as well? For that matter, kids aged 12-17 are more
You Can Help With Suicide Prevention
Suicide can be a scary topic to talk about. People who struggle with suicidal thoughts truly believe it is better, in the long run, to
Misconceptions About Anxiety
Anxiety is the most common mental illness in the United States. Statistics show that over 40 million adults in the United States suffer from anxiety
TMS Vs. ECT Treatment – What You Need To Know
When people mention electroshock therapy, it is often met with shock. Especially if people find out that it is still used today. Brain stimulation therapies
Can You Make Anxiety Go Away?
Anxiety is a debilitating and scary emotion. For those who struggle with anxiety, it often comes out of nowhere. Anxiety is exhausting for the person
How to Tell Someone You’re Depressed
Living with depression can be life-altering, you can go from a happy-go-lucky person who is always on the go to a person who rarely leaves
Are there different types of depression?
Everyone feels a little sad or down every now and then for one reason or another. Depression is a continued feeling of sadness that can
TMS Therapy for Depression: Is it Successful?
Depression affects 264 million people worldwide, meaning 3.4 percent of the population is depressed. If you’ve been struggling with depression and have tried medication and