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We’re committed to delivering outstanding mental healthcare. Period.
Here at Next Step, we’re extremely passionate about helping you live a better life! Mental health is important for every person at every stage of life.
That’s why we work hard to create courses, videos, books, and other resources to encourage you to take the Next Step toward positive mental health. But if you’re struggling or going through a crisis, asking for professional help is a great idea – and you can do it now! In the meantime, if you read through our blog, you might be pleasantly surprised by the guidance, tips, and strategies from our providers. After all, one step in the right direction is a step in the right direction.
Is ADHD real?
ADHD is a biological illness involving deficits in the function of the prefrontal cortex and related neuronal pathways involved in processing…
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Depression amongst Teenagers
Generally, there are two peaks of depression across the normal lifespan for human beings. One of these peaks occurs in middle school (teenage years)…
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Depression in Children and Adolescents
Children and adolescents be affected by depression. It is less commonly diagnosed than with adults, it is important to recognize the signs and symptoms.
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Finding Calling at the Intersection of Faith and Psychiatry
I encountered patients who were under tremendous mental distress who were crying out to God, asking Him where He was and why their conditions were not…
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What is Mental Health?
Mental health is the state of well-being in which people understand their own potential, are capable of dealing with life’s stresses and challenges,
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Choosing a medical professional to evaluate for ADHD?
It is very important that treatment options be discussed with a professional who is well informed about the significant, life-long consequences of…
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Grief and Care
The intensity of our grief can be measured by how much we’ve loved. To the extent we have loved much, the pain and loss will be that great.
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Suffering: The Question of “Why”
People who ask the “why” question are coming from a place of deep pain, anguish, confusion, and suffering. They need to be heard and identified with.
Learn MoreCognitive and psychological testing for children and adolescents
If you feel like your child gets frustrated with his homework or schoolwork often and you wonder why then two common disorders might be contributing:
Learn MoreBipolar Disorder affects high functioning people too
Bipolar Disorder is characterized by a tendency to experience distinct episodes of mania or hypomania and sometimes episodes of depression.
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