Mental Health blog

Emotional Dysregulation

When emotions feel bigger than the moment, come on fast, or are hard to shake, emotional dysregulation may be at work. Here is what it is, why it happens, and what helps.

Bipolar 1 vs Bipolar 2

Bipolar 1 and bipolar 2 share the same category but are not the same condition. Here is how they differ in symptoms, mood episodes, and treatment.

9 Signs You Need a SAD Diagnosis (Not Just the Winter Blues)

As the daylight hours dwindle and temperatures drop, millions of Americans experience a predictable, energy-sapping shift. While many brush off low mood as “the winter blues,” persistently distressing symptoms that recur every year may indicate Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), specifically Winter Depression (or Winter-Pattern SAD).

National Recovery Month: Addiction Signs & Recovery

National Suicide Prevention Week: Warning Signs & Help

Running on Empty: Burnout Symptoms and When Work Stress Becomes Something More

Beyond the Battlefield: Finding Purpose and Identity After Military Retirement

The day you hung up the uniform should have been a celebration. You completed your service, honored your commitment, and earned the title of Veteran. Yet, for many, the silence that follows the discharge ceremony is deafening. This post provides a three-step path to process the past, redefine your present, and find a new mission that matters.

Creative Outlets for Mental Health

Discover the therapeutic power of creative outlets for mental health. Learn practical tips to add creativity to your daily routine.

Strategies for a Healthy Work-Life Balance

Explore insights, personal strategies, and resources to guide you on the path to improved mental well-being. Take control of your work-life balance for a happier, healthier tomorrow.

What to Expect at My First TMS Appointment

Get the support you need at Better Balance for your first TMS appointment. Contact our friendly staff to find a better balance today!

The Impact of Trauma and PTSD on Mental Health

Discover the impact of trauma and PTSD on mental health. At Better Balance, we provide personalized care to treat your symptoms. Contact us today!

National Grief Awareness Week: Understanding When It’s Time for Professional Support

Grief is a universal, yet profoundly personal, human experience. During National Grief Awareness Week, we acknowledge that there is no “right” way or timeline for mourning. However, for some, the distress of loss can become so persistent, severe, and disabling that it develops into a recognized clinical condition: Complicated Grief (or Prolonged Grief Disorder).