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Behavioral Health
Primary Care
Bringing you a positive and awakening perspective on Mental Health
The scientific study of emotions, behaviors, and biology as they relate to a person's mental health, daily functioning, and sense of self is known as behavioral health. The phrase "mental health" has been replaced with " behavioral health." Stress, sadness, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, addiction, ADHD or learning impairments, mood disorders, or other psychological issues may be experienced by someone who is having behavioral health issues. Treatments like therapy, counseling, or medication can assist manage behavioral health issues. These professionals include counselors, therapists, life coaches, psychologists, nurse practitioners, or doctors.
Difference between Behavioral and Mental Health
The phrase "mental health" is more commonly used. While behavioral health addresses many of the same problems, mental health solely refers to the biological portion of this facet of wellness. The phrase "behavioral health" refers to all aspects of mental wellness, including use of drugs and alcohol, behavior, habits, and other outside factors.
What is Psychiatry?
The practice of diagnosing and treating behavioral and mental health diseases is known as psychiatry. This involves developing individualized treatment regimens for each patient's disorder, which may involve a mix of medication, therapy, counseling, CBT, alternative medications, or any of these alone or in combination. Depending on state law, psychiatrists may be professionally qualified physicians or nurse practitioners.
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We provide behavioral health services to our patients in a sympathetic, accepting setting. For the optimal quality of life, our behavioral health specialists develop a personalized treatment plan in close collaboration with each patient.
Services
Provide children, adult, and geriatric behavioral health services.
We welcome everyone.
ADHD
Attention disorder affecting focus, impulsivity,
and hyperactivity in individuals.
Adjustment Disorders
Stress-related mental health conditions due to life changes.
Anger issues
Difficulty managing and expressing anger appropriately and constructively.
​Anxiety and panic disorders
Overwhelming fear, distress, and panic attacks, affecting daily life.
Autism
Neurodevelopmental condition impacting social interaction, communication, and behavior diversity.
Bipolar Disorder
Mood disorder with extreme mood swings, from depression to mania.
Behavioral issues
Challenges related to actions, emotions, or conduct in individuals.
Dementia
Progressive decline in cognitive abilities, affecting memory and daily functioning.
Depression
Pervasive sadness, loss of interest, and emotional struggles in individuals.
Eating Disorders
Abnormal eating behaviors impacting physical and mental health.
Emotional Dysregulation
Difficulty managing and controlling one's emotions effectively.
Mood Disorders
Conditions affecting emotions, such as depression and bipolar disorder.
OCD
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, involving repetitive, distressing thoughts and compulsive behaviors.
Post-Partum Depression
A form of depression occurring after childbirth.
Personality Disorders
Persistent, maladaptive patterns of behavior, thinking, and relating to others.
PTSD
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, resulting from traumatic experiences, causing distress.
Schizophrenia / Schizoaffective Disorder
Severe mental conditions affecting thinking, emotions, and perception.
Sexually problematic behaviors
Inappropriate or harmful sexual conduct or actions.
Tourette Syndrome
Neurological disorder involving involuntary, repetitive movements or vocalizations.
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Trauma and grief
Emotional distress and sorrow resulting from distressing experiences.
New patient forms are available for you to complete. If you are wanting to establish care for Mental health care or behavioral health, please either call us or email us and we will send the forms to you. You can reach us at (618) 416-7738 or office@newleaf618.com.