Addressing Untreated Mental Illness in the U.S.

By their very nature, humans are social beings. The vast majority of them expect and enjoy interaction with others. Sitting alone in your house all day long in front of a computer turns this natural propensity on it’s head. Therefore, in my opinion, social isolation is a significant threat to the mental well-being of remote…

Why do we look for red flags in a friend’s partner, especially when we already like them or don’t have a reason to dislike them? There’s not one simple reason why we find fault in our friend’s partner. One major reason that’s often identified is that people are jealous and threatened by their friend finding…

The new study by Jennifer A Rieker et al. published in International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health (May 2023) shows us very clearly that, as one would image, an active social life outside of work is crucial to a person’s ability to undertake professional responsibilities in a productive, positive and competent manner. And interestingly…

Mental illness, including depression, can be overwhelming. It can work its way into many parts of one’s life. It can even affect seemingly simple tasks, like brushing your teeth or showering. And personal hygiene is often a difficult topic to discuss to begin with, compounding the struggle. To be specific, the definition of hygiene, according…

Magnesium glycinate is a well-regarded supplement known for its potential to contribute to better sleep and alleviate overall anxiousness. This form of magnesium is bound with glycine, an amino acid with calming properties, enhancing its effectiveness. One of the key benefits of magnesium glycinate is its ability to promote relaxation. Magnesium plays a crucial role…

This past year has been one for the history books. Emerging from the pandemic has been a challenging but fulfilling process, especially for healthcare providers and business leaders. As a psychiatrist as well as the CEO of PsychPlus, this has been doubly the case. It’s important for everyone to take a bit of time and…