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Focus Essentials Blog: Information on a variety of mental health issues

Simple Solutions for Treating ADHD in Children

by Jayna Nickert MBA, MFT Collaborator
Children with ADHD
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. 
Posted in ADD, ADHD, ADHD Cure, ADHD kids, ADHD Medication, ADHD Scam, ADHD Therapy, ADHD treatment, Amphetamines, big pharma, Childhood ADHD, Chilld ADHD, Holistic Health, Mental Health, mental health cure, mental health treatment, psychiatric medication, stimulants

Diagnosing and Treating Bipolar Disorder

by Jayna Nickert MBA, MFT Collaborator
Treating bipolar disorder
“I feel like I'm a snow globe and someone shook me up and now every little piece of me is falling back randomly and nothing is ending up where it used to be.” ― Amy Reed, Crazy
Posted in big pharma, bipolar, bipolar 1, bipolar 2, bipolar cure, bipolar diagnosis, bipolar disorder, bipolar treatment, cyclothymia, depression cure, depression diagnoses, depression symptoms, Holistic Health, major depression, Mental Health, mental health cure, mental health treatment, Micronutrients, pharmaceuticals, psychiatric mediaction, psychosis treatment, psychotropic medications, Stress

Understanding Depression: Symptoms, Diagnoses, and Treatment

by Jayna Nickert MBA, MFT Collaborator
Understanding depression
“The sun stopped shining for me is all. The whole story is: I am sad. I am sad all the time and the sadness is so heavy that I can’t get away from it. Not ever.” -Nina LaCour
Posted in Anxiety, depression, depression cure, depression diagnoses, depression diagnosis, depression symptoms, depression treatment, major depression, Mental Health, mental health cure, Mental Illness, Micronutrients, pharmaceuticals, psychosis, schizoaffective disorder, Stress, trauma, types of depression

Stress: How it Impacts Us and How to Conquer It

by Jayna Nickert MBA, MFT Collaborator
Harmful effects of stress
It's no secret that stress is an unpleasant part of life that can leave a person feeling down. Sweaty palms, rapid heartbeat, and racing thoughts ...
Posted in Anxiety, Anxiety Cure, Anxiety Treatment, depression, depression treatment, Holistic Health, long-term stress, Mental Health, mental health cure, mental health treatment, Mental Illness, Micronutrients, Stress, stress management, stress relief

Do You Have an Anxiety Disorder? Here's How to Tell

by Jayna Nickert MBA, MFT Collaborator
Anxiety disorder
Are you one of the 40 million Americans suffering from anxiety? If you're unsure you can gain some insights from reading more.
Posted in Anxiety, Anxiety Cure, Anxiety Disorder, Anxiety Treatment, Holistic Health, Mental Health, Mental Illness, Micronutrients

A Country Reliant on Psychotropic Meds—Consequences and Solutions

by Jayna Nickert MBA, MFT Collaborator
Psychotropic meds for depression

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.  

Posted in ADHD, ADHD treatment, Anxiety, Anxiety Treatment, big pharma, bipolar, bipolar disorder, bipolar treatment, depression, depression treatment, Mental Health, mental health cure, mental health treatment, pharmaceuticals, psychiatric mediaction, psychosis, psychosis treatment, psychotropic medications, schizoaffective disorder, schizophrenia, trauma, trauma treatment

Micronutrients for Mental Health: A Healthier More Effective Treatment Option?

by Jayna Nickert MBA, MFT Collaborator
Micronutrients for mental health
Several peer-reviewed research studies surrounding the use of essential micronutrients to treat anxiety, depression, bipolar, ADHD, trauma and psychosis disorders point toward a new way for treating mental illness. Micronutrients are an effective way to improve overall mental health and clarity where psychiatric medications have failed.
Posted in ADHD, ADHD treatment, Anxiety, Anxiety Cure, Anxiety Disorder, Anxiety Treatment, big pharma, bipolar, bipolar disorder, bipolar treatment, depression, depression treatment, Holistic Health, Mental Health, mental health cure, mental health treatment, Mental Illness, Micronutrients, pharmaceuticals, psychiatric mediaction, psychosis, psychosis treatment, psychotropic medications, schizoaffective disorder, schizophrenia, trauma, trauma treatment