Psych FAQs | Arborcenter

Kim WD, Psych NP

Apr 22, 2021

Is it Me? Or is it my Chemistry?

When can a person’s mental health be improved by the use of medications, and when can it be improved by therapy? Was I born this way?...

Kim WD, Psych NP

Mar 3, 2021

I Stopped Drinking – Why Do I Still Feel So "Not Right"?

Post-Acute Withdrawal Syndrome (PAWS) Withdrawal from alcohol or other drugs can involve everything from moderate physical discomfort to...

Kim WD, Psych NP

Jan 14, 2021

Do I Need Therapy – or Can I Just Use Medications?

Finding a path through the mental health and wellness landscape can be confusing. You (or a loved one) may not be feeling comfortable,...

Kim WD, Psych NP

Jan 11, 2021

I’m Pregnant! What Do I Do About My Psych Meds?

If you are reading this post about being pregnant while taking psych meds, let me assure you that 1) you aren’t the first, 2) you won’t...

Kim WD, Psych NP

Jan 6, 2021

What Causes Mental Illness?

Wouldn't it be convenient if we could trace the appearance of a mental illness (or mental health disorder) to a specific event, chemical,...

Kim WD, Psych NP

Jan 4, 2021

How do I know if I have ADHD?

You’re feeling irritable. You can’t focus on anything long enough to finish it. Your brain jumps around between projects, never getting...

Kim WD, Psych NP

Dec 15, 2020

What is a Psych Nurse Practitioner?

“I have a referral to see a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP). What’s the difference between a Psych NP and a...

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