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Alcohol Free for Five Years Today

Mere Mortal MD

Laura said something in the interview about freedom, which I later read in her book I bought online that very same day. After reading Laura’s book I joined her online sobriety support group, The Luckiest Club. Exactly five years ago today I decided to stop drinking alcohol. But it was also because I had a drinking problem.

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Your Least Favorite Emotion, and What to Do with It.

Joy in Family Medicine Coaching

Shirzad Charmaine's book Positive Intelligence can give more information). Or tune into one of my senses for just a few seconds (rubbing my fingers together tyring to feel my finger tips or listening to what is close and what is in the distance). However, it seems like physicians didn't get Lesson 2 that therapists get. often impulsively.

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Book Review: Has Medicine Lost Its Mind? by Dr. Robert C. Smith

Common Sense Family Doctor

The COVID-19 pandemic and the isolation caused by public health measures to slow its spread exacerbated a mismatch between the need for mental health care and the number of professionals trained to provide that care. The first few chapters discuss the problems with mental health care in the U.S.

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Can a Psychiatrist Prescribe Medication?

Doctor On Demand

If you’re considering mental health treatment, you may be wondering: can a psychiatrist prescribe medication? A psychiatrist is a licensed medical doctor (MD or DO) who specializes in mental health. Our licensed mental health providers are available 7 days a week, including evenings and weekends.

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Rachel Aviv's new book 'Strangers to Ourselves' tackles mental health diagnoses

NPR Health - Shots

NPR's Ayesha Rascoe speaks with journalist Rachel Aviv about her book, "Strangers to Ourselves: Unsettled Minds and the Stories that Make Us." It explores the lives of six people with mental illness.

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How to Find the Right Therapist

Doctor On Demand

Mental health is an essential part of our overall health and wellbeing. The daily stress and anxiety we face in our lives play a major role in our physical health. While others may face more acute mental health concerns, including PTSD, bipolar disorder, or treatment-resistant depression.

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2025 Physician Wellness Retreats | Physician “Burnout” Retreats

Pamela Wible MD

Whether you’re launching your dream clinic, writing your first book, or exploring shamanic healing or magic mushrooms, these retreats are handcrafted to help you heal, grow, and thrive. Starting a private practice with your self-published book is easier than you think. Can’t travel? Virtual retreat options available.