Focus Essentials Blog: Information on a variety of mental health issues
The Ever-Present Undiagnosed Female With ADHD
Females with ADHD oftentimes slip through the cracks and go undiagnosed. This is because the symptoms largely present differently in females than in males. Learn more about the symptoms of female ADHD, and how to help treat it.
Research Discovers a Link Between Infections and Mental Illness in Children and Adolescents
Sore throats, high body temperatures, and infections may seem like normal, non-threatening medical concerns for children and adolescents alike. They typically stay home from school, get some rest, and seek treatment from a general practitioner or hospital. Once the infection is treated, that's the end of it, right? Wrong...
Researching Micronutrients for Treating Mental Health Disorders
There's been a considerable amount of talk surrounding the health benefits of taking a micronutrient supplement to help manage symptoms of mental illness. Learn more about the research conducted on the effectiveness of using micronutrient supplements to treat mental illness.
Tips for Maintaining Diet and Exercise for Overall Mental and Physical Wellbeing
There isn't enough to be said about the importance of eating a healthy diet and engaging in regular exercise for better overall health and wellness. In our busy society today, this can be difficult. Here are some tips for managing a healthy diet and exercise for overall physical and mental wellbeing.
10 Daily Habits for Improved Mental Health
With one in four Americans suffering from at least one mental health disorder in a given year, the need for mental health awareness and education is real. Managing good mental health may seem like an impossible feat, but by implementing these 10 daily habits into your life you'll be well on your way to experiencing more smiles than frowns and everything else in between.
Micronutrients 101
Research points toward the use of micronutrients for combating mental health disorders like depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, bipolar disorders and psychosis. These are the key vitamins, minerals, fatty acids, and amino acids we need in our bodies in order for them to function at an optimal level. Read more to learn what micronutrients are, where we can get them from, and how they benefit us.
The Mental Health Crisis Hits College Students Across America
It's no secret the United States is facing a mental health crisis, but did you know that it's hitting colleges and universities around the country hard? Learn more about the stats surrounding mental health among college students and how we can help.
7 Tips to Help You Stay Focused and Present this Fall
It can be difficult to focus throughout the year, and with school just beginning and the holidays around the corner, stress, depression, ADHD and anxiety are likely. Here are 7 wonderful tips for staying focused and present this season.
Moody? Possible Causes and Practical Solutions
Do you or someone you know suffer from chronic moodiness? You're not alone. There are a vareity of causes for moodiness. Cases rooted in mental health will find comfort in a new holistic treatment solution for managing mood disorders and beyond.
Coping with Adult ADHD: A New Solution for Treatment
While attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is the most commonly diagnosed mental health disorders in children, over eight percent of adults 18-44 years of age will be diagnosed with adult ADHD.
Simple Solutions for Treating ADHD in Children
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the most commonly diagnosed mental health disorders in children today. According to the CDC (Center for Disease Control) over 5% of American children have been diagnosed with ADHD, and community samples suggest this number is, in fact, even higher.
A Country Reliant on Psychotropic Meds—Consequences and Solutions
Over 55 million Americans relies on at least one psychiatric medication each year. We dive deeper into this issue, and take a look at the consequences of this reliance on medications, as well as the solution.
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