Mental Health Archives – Blunt Therapy

Are Patients Turning to AI for Emotional Support? Findings From the 2026 ICANotes Clinician Survey

August 29, 2026

A new national survey by ICANotes reveals that long clinician waitlists and high costs are driving desperate patients to use commercial artificial intelligence as a

7 Reasons Healthcare Access in Rural America Is a Mental Health Crisis

by Randy Withers

March 29, 2026

Most people think healthcare access in rural America is a distance problem. They picture long drives, fewer hospitals, and limited specialist care. And while those

The Casual Cruelty of Major Depressive Disorder: A True Story

by Randy Withers

January 3, 2026

Plagued by intrusive thoughts of suicide, my brain seemed determined to kill me. This is my story.

5 Hidden Ways Holiday Grief Impacts Seniors—and How to Help

by Beth Rush

December 4, 2025

The holidays are supposed to be a time of comfort, tradition, and connection. At least, that’s the story we’re sold. But for many older adults,

When to Seek Mental Health Help: 7 Clear Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore

by Randy Withers

September 3, 2025

Everyone faces stress, sadness, and setbacks. But sometimes the weight becomes too heavy and begins to affect how you think, feel, and function. Recognizing when

7 Ways Online Polarization Will Make Your Depression Worse

by Beth Rush

August 24, 2025

The internet can be a lifeline for news, community and connection. It can also become a pressure cooker, keeping you in a constant loop of

Mental Health and Nutrition: 7 Reasons To Avoid Junk Food

The Science Behind Mental Health and Nutrition: How Sugar and Junk Food Hurt—and What Foods Help

by Beth Rush

July 19, 2025

Want to feel better, sharper, and more emotionally balanced? Discover how mental health and nutrition are linked, and learn which foods harm or help your

Complex PTSD: Why It’s More Than Just “Extra Trauma”

Complex PTSD Is Not Just ‘More Trauma’: A Clinician Explains the Key Differences and Misdiagnoses

by Gloria Anderson, CMHC

June 8, 2025

“Trauma is personal. It does not disappear if it is not validated. When it is ignored or invalidated, the silent screams continue internally.” — Danielle

Therapeutic Communication: What Every Mental Health Nurse Must Know

by Randy Withers

June 2, 2025

Mental health nursing is more than administering medication and checking vitals. It’s about connection, trust, and communication—particularly therapeutic communication, which lies at the very core

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Are Patients Turning to AI for Emotional Support? Findings From the 2026 ICANotes Clinician Survey

7 Reasons Healthcare Access in Rural America Is a Mental Health Crisis

The Casual Cruelty of Major Depressive Disorder: A True Story

5 Hidden Ways Holiday Grief Impacts Seniors—and How to Help

When to Seek Mental Health Help: 7 Clear Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore

The Science Behind Mental Health and Nutrition: How Sugar and Junk Food Hurt—and What Foods Help

Complex PTSD Is Not Just ‘More Trauma’: A Clinician Explains the Key Differences and Misdiagnoses

Therapeutic Communication: What Every Mental Health Nurse Must Know

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