Smash the Stigma Was a Smashing Success!
We had a blast watching everyone play tennis and connect with each other! We can't wait to see you all again when we take Smash the Stigma to our Biloxi and Southaven locations later this year. Keep an eye out for details, and remember, together we can make a difference!
Understanding Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
If you are living with obsessive compulsive disorder, you may feel isolated and overwhelmed. The truth is that you are not alone and help is available. It takes just one step to reach out to mental health professionals who specialize in OCD and begin your journey towards recovery. In Mississippi, the team to help you manage OCD and live a full and healthy life is Psycamore. With mental health facilities across the great Magnolia state, equipped with experienced and professional Mental Health treatment teams, we are here as an important partner in your mental health journey. What is OCD? While…
10 Tips for Overcoming Panic Attacks
Panic attacks can be debilitating, affecting every aspect of your professional, social, and personal life. The mental health professionals at Psycamore understand the havoc panic attacks can wreak on your life and we are here to support you in finding the freedom you deserve. Effective Techniques for Managing and Preventing Panic Attacks We’re here to share some tips and techniques used to overcome anxiety attacks and reduce their intensity and frequency. Familiarize Yourself with Your Attacks: Get to know your anxiety attacks, inside and out. Work to identify your common triggers and understand the early signs of a panic attack…
5 Tips for Supporting Teens’ Mental Health
Do you find yourself wondering, “What can I do to promote my teen’s mental health?” Then you’re in the right place! There are several things you can do as a parent or caregiver to nurture your adolescent’s mental health. These effective strategies set your child up for success in the adult world and foster confidence, self-worth, and healthy mental habits. How to Improve Teenage Mental Health Communicate Openly Establish an open, non-judgemental line of communication where your teen can come talk to you about their thoughts and emotions. Active listening and empathic responses can go a long way in helping…
The Importance of Medical Monitoring in Mental Health Treatment
Monitoring your overall health while you’re involved in mental health treatment is a vital aspect of any mental health program. Medical monitoring usually occurs when your mental health treatment team monitors your physical and mental health to get a comprehensive picture of your mental and physical health to ensure your treatment program is effective and healthy. At Psycamore, medical monitoring is an integral part of all our treatment programs, as we seek to address your mental health needs comprehensively and effectively. What is Medical Monitoring? Medical monitoring is a part of any mental health care treatment plan and is where…
8 Ways to Manage Holiday Season Stress
“It’s the most wonderful time of the year” doesn’t always ring true for everyone during the holiday season. While it can be lovely to enjoy time with friends and family, the holidays often bring a fair share of stress, anxiety, and depression. We would all likely benefit from scheduling a therapy session during the holidays but the reality is that most people don’t make mental health a priority during this busy time of year. Psycamore is always here for your mental health needs, and we’re available for extra support during the holidays, all it takes is a call! Yet if…
5 Mindfulness Techniques for Managing Anxiety
Today’s world is incredibly busy and demanding, often causing high amounts of stress and anxiety. Juggling careers or school, personal lives, family, intimate relationships, and even daily living can prove challenging and can lead to chronic stress and anxiety. If your anxiety becomes overwhelming, there is help! Psycamore incorporates traditional methods of therapeutic mental health treatment with more established, age-old techniques for managing stress, such as mindfulness. The combination of these methods has proven powerfully effective for our many valued clients dealing with anxiety and stress, not only in the here and now but for years to come. 5 Ways…
Bipolar Disorder: Types & Treatment
The ups and downs that are a part of living with bipolar disorder can feel overwhelming and discouraging. Yet you need to know you are not alone on this journey! Besides your personal support system, there are treatment options and coping techniques that can help ease the challenges of life with bipolar disorder. Finding the right treatment center can make all the difference and pave the way to you living your best life. What is Bipolar Disorder? Bipolar disorder, more commonly known as manic-depressive disorder, is a mental health condition where a person may move between states of extreme emotional…
10 Recovery Strategies for PTSD & Healing from Trauma
Recovering from trauma is no small feat and it takes patience, time, and a willingness to explore deeply rooted emotions. Every person handles PTSD and trauma differently, and the healing process is no different - it is a personal process. As research and information has been gathered over the past several decades, some proven strategies for healing from trauma have emerged. Psycamore has spent years treating trauma survivors in Mississippi and employing a range of strategies that help our valued clients recover from trauma and go on to lead healthy, full lives. While they may differ slightly for each person,…
Tips for Better Sleep with Anxiety
Do you find yourself dreading bedtime? Are you experiencing mind racing, can’t sleep anxiety? These common sleep anxiety symptoms may simply be surface-level or could also be related to deeper issues that have not been addressed. For some, anxiety as you’re attempting to sleep may be connected to general anxiety disorder, depression, or other mental health concerns. Examining the connection between anxiety and insomnia can be a trying task but determining the root of your sleep anxiety is an important endeavor for your health. Psycamore is here as your supportive partner in exploring these aspects of your life and finding…
Alternative Treatments For Anxiety
If you experience anxiety, you’re not alone. In fact, anxiety is one of the most common ailments found across the globe. That doesn’t change the fact that it’s incredibly difficult to find relief and discovering natural remedies for treating anxiety can prove even more challenging. A common question we get at Psycamore is can anxiety be treated without medication? There are some natural remedies that may help provide the much-deserved relief you’ve been seeking. Natural Remedies for Reducing Anxiety Anxiety treatment can require ample patience and being willing to test various approaches to discover what works best for you. Some…
