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“I need help and nobody will see me” This is a very common problem in the world of Psychiatry, with most giving up before waiting to find someone who is taking new patients, accepts their insurance, and finding a good fit. Asking someone who is often impaired due to their state of mind or substance use to complete all of these steps, is an impossible task. This was a message from a friend who has been looking for a psychiatrist for the past several months. He had an appointment but it was canceled last week when the provider stating he no longer taking insurance. According to Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) Median wait times for in-person and telepsychiatry appointments were 67 days and 43 days. Fewer local mental health resources were available in rural areas compared to urban areas. Psychiatric care has been restricted in the US with low accessibility and long wait times. Tele health options can also be very limited to rural areas with poor WiFi connectivity. If you are a it’s psychiatrist or psychiatric nurse practitioner who is accepting new patients. Please put your state and practice in the comments below and we will be happy to send patients your way. #dnp #pmhnp #psychiatry

I would never want to be restrained, accused of malingering or being borderline, "terminated," have the police called on me, or be told that I need to develop coping skills for a world that degrades and dehumanizes me. So, why would I do it to someone else? Healthcare providers, what are the things you are supposed to do to your clients/patients that you would never want done to yourself? 🤔 Make fun of them in the workroom with colleagues? 🤔 Tell them you are unable to do more for them because the clinic is busy and other people are waiting? 🤔 Report them to child welfare? 🤔 Do a urine drug screen without telling them? 🤔 Assign a racial identifier to them without asking their permission? What would it look like if psychiatrists--and (mental) healthcare providers more broadly--refused to do to others the things they do not want done to themselves? I envision so much joy and freedom on the other side of this and a great deal of innovation and rehumanization. This could be the cutting-edge healthcare breakthrough of 2024! #mentalhealtheducation #medicaltraining #mentalhealthcare #patientcare #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthjourney #antiracism #healthcareprofessionals #clinicalpractice #inclusivehealthcare #mentalhealthinitiative #mentalwellness #mentalhealthtraining #healthcareequity #culturalsensitivity #AntiracismInHealthcare #psychiatry #psychiatrist #psychiatrists

Addiction often starts with a choice, but over time it turns into something much harder to control. What begins as a way to cope, or escape can grow into a serious disorder that takes over your life. It’s important to understand that addiction isn't just a bad habit—it’s a health issue that needs care and support. The sooner you reach out for help, the better the chances of recovery and regaining control over your life. #telehealth #telehealthservices #telemedicine #patientcare #patientexperience #virtualhealth #virtualhealthcare #medicalpractice #telehealthcare #psychiatry #GetHelp #AddictionRecovery #MentalHealthSupport #BreakTheStigma #HealthyChoices #ReachOutForHelp #YouAreNotAlone #SupportMatters #RecoveryIsPossible #EndTheCycle #hopeandhealing

How would you change the system of psychiatry? In the western world there is no holistic view, where a multi-disciplinary approach is taken asking “what else is involved ?” instead a linear focus is on the patient & their so called “weakness” seeking a one-size-fits-all bandaid approach. Treating individuals like criminals to be feared, without any compassion, is not the way. I’ve often asked myself why there is not similar care to that of cancer patients who are treated so differently, so kindly, even with special oncology units kitted out with beautifully furnished rooms in some instances. Psychiatric patients DO NOT experience this 👉🏾 “We take a holistic, personalised approach to each patient, providing high quality clinical care and supporting patients and their families with advice and information. We signpost to a variety of services aimed at enhancing patients’ overall well-being according to their individual needs” 👈🏾 this is for cancer patients Positive change is an URGENT imperative There has been scientific research for many years pointing to our immune systems, inflamed central nervous system, and brain from external influences yet these fall on deaf ears: https://lnkd.in/e-EHFvjF A reminder: there are no biomedical or genetic tests for putative “mental illness” - just subjective harmful opinions that can become a life sentence 😔

As a psychiatrist, PG County resident, and Fellow Duke Alum, it is so awesome to witness the work County Executive Angela Alsobrooks has done to expand access mental health care in Prince George’s County. As a first time author, I am delighted that she took the time to hear about Whole First Psychiatry’s vision to optimize inputs for wellness when addressing mental illness. I can’t wait to see what she’ll do in the United States Senate!! #PGProud #alsobrooksformd #wholefirstnation #wholefirstpsychiatry #rootcausepsychiatry

Loneliness is a major public health concern impacting millions of adults worldwide. I found one study published by the American Psychiatric Associations' Healthy Minds Monthly poll very interesting: a staggering 30% of adults report experiencing feelings of loneliness at least once a week over the past year, and 10% feel lonely every day. There are also higher rates of loneliness among younger individuals and single adults compared to married ones. One study published in the journal PLOS Medicine says that the effect of loneliness is comparable to smoking up to 15 cigarettes a day. I see teletherapy playing a huge role in combating loneliness. But could virtual sessions truly fill the void of human connection, or are there limitations we need to address? #telehealth #telepsychiatry #loneliness

A positive mindset can truly transform your life. Shifting your focus to the good helps you view challenges as opportunities. This perspective not only reduces stress but also improves your physical health and strengthens relationships. Small daily practices, like gratitude and affirmations, can nurture positivity. It’s about choosing to approach life with hope and optimism. 🧘 It’s time to consider your mindset. . #redimedpsychiatry #urgentcare #patientportal #treatment #wellnessjourney #healthandwellness #adhd #healthcare #healthclinic #psychiatry #urinetesting

Precautionary measures to avoid Respiratory Illness this winter season! #telehealth #telehealthservices #telemedicine #patientcare #patientexperience #virtualhealth #virtualhealthcare #medicalpractice #telehealthcare #psychiatry #urgentcare #primarycare #healthyeating #healthiswealth #healthyliving #healthyrecipes #healthychoices #healthylifestyle #healthylifestyle #health #WinterCareTips #WinterCare

ADHD-BED Integrated Annual conference ( Gold Coast) has concluded. A true multidisciplinary effort of GPs, Psychiatrists, allied health colleagues and digital health experts, to make all it happen. ADHD and Eating Disorders: how prevalent are these disorders now? What do we know about their real rates in general population? What is the real overlaps between these conditions? What is the most efficient approach to diagnosis and treatment? How can we ensure regional and metro healthcarecare access? The landscape of our understanding, screening, management and prevention efforts for these conditions changes every 5-10years. We learn together. We share the knowledge. We share the care. #ADHD #EatingDisorder #bingeeatingdisorder #RACGP #Gpeducation #generalpractice #psychiatry #mentalhealth #primaryhealthnetwork #digitalhealth

I wanted to write about this kdrama called "Daily dose of sunshine" where it portrays the life of a nurse who's transferred to a psychiatric ward and the patients she meets spans into different episodes. When I watched this, I really got to know about the following: 💡 Only few people are gifted with the art of patience coupled with empathy and are crafted into supportive doctors and nurses. 💡Here the protagonist gets way too involved with a patient and ends up being treated for her mental ailment as well. So, it highlights another important art of practicing cognitive empathy more than invested emotional empathy. 💡I also liked the dialogue where each nurse says to the patient, "Never come back here" and it really makes you well up. 💡 It simultaneously explores the hardships encountered by health care practitioners and the coping mechanisms they incorporate with regards to that. Kdramas aren't always meant to be cheesy and romantic, there are also shows that makes you vicariously resonate with the characters as well. #burnout #compassionfatigue #Healthcare #psychiatry #emotionalempathy #coping #resilience