Living with bipolar disorder can feel like a rollercoaster—emotional highs, depressive lows, and everything in between. While medications like mood stabilizers and antipsychotics are often used for managing symptoms, they are only one piece of the puzzle. In my practice as a psychiatric nurse practitioner,...
As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, one of the most common concerns I encounter is how alcohol use can be linked to stress. Many individuals turn to alcohol to cope with life’s challenges, whether it’s from work pressures, relationship issues, or feelings of anxiety and depression....
Work Stress and Mental Health: A Growing Concern Work stress is a common challenge that can have a significant impact on mental health. As a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, I've seen firsthand how the pressures of a demanding job can affect emotional well-being. Long...
New Year's Resolutions and Mental Health: Setting Realistic Goals As the new year approaches, many of us set resolutions to improve our lives. While these goals can be motivating, they can also create stress if unrealistic. Here’s how to set goals that benefit your mental...