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Posted: Jan 22, 2024

Depression Demystified: Understanding Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options

Depression is a very common mental health disorder that impacts people of all ages, races, genders, and walks of life. Unfortunately, it's often misunderstood - as are the people who suffer from it. This guide from Dr. Zama at Compassionate Specialty Clinic in Greenbelt, MD seeks to provide clarity on the issue so that sufferers are empowered to get the help and support they need.

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Posted: Dec 28, 2023

Addiction Recovery: Navigating the Stages and Challenges of Sobriety

Dr. Zama and his team of experienced healthcare professionals, including addiction specialists, are here to guide you through every stage of your recovery journey. They recognize that overcoming addiction is a complex process, requiring professional support and personalized guidance.

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Posted: Dec 4, 2023

Depression: Signs, Symptoms, and Seeking Help

Occasional feelings of sadness are normal, but if you are sad for more days than you are happy, you could have depression. Our doctor can help. Dr. Zama at Compassionate Specialty Clinic in Greenbelt, MD, provides a full range of medical and psychiatric services, including diagnosis and treatment of depression.

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Posted: Oct 31, 2023

What is a Psychiatric Rehabilitation Program?

A psychiatric rehabilitation program is a helpful service for people who suffer from mental health disorders. The program centers around goal setting. Each individual within the program sets specific, achievable goals, and highly skilled staff help the person achieve the stated goals.

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Posted: Sep 15, 2023

The Importance of Mental Health Care

Mental health is one of the most important elements of an individual's life. Without balanced and centered mental health, one's ability to work and enjoy everyday activities can become severely disabled. Many individuals are diagnosed with mental health conditions such as bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety, or other personality disorders.

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Posted: Aug 8, 2023

What To Expect for Your First Mental Health Care Visit

Mental health care is paramount as it addresses your emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It involves various therapies, counseling, and interventions aimed at managing mental illnesses, improving coping mechanisms, and promoting resilience.

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Posted: Jul 27, 2023

Frequently Asked Questions About Substance Use Disorder

If you or a loved one is dealing with a substance use disorder, it can be difficult to process and there may be many issues that they run into along the way. Addiction is a disease and it's important that someone gets all the help that they need to treat this disease.

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Posted: Apr 27, 2023

What Is Palliative Medicine?

Palliative medicine is designed to improve the quality of life for those suffering from a severe illness while supporting their caregivers. Our providers at the Compassionate Specialty Clinic in Greenbelt, MD, empower their patients with individualized goals and treatment plans.

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Posted: Mar 30, 2023

FAQs About Medical Marijuana Certification

Acute and chronic pain is difficult to deal with. Over-the-counter pain medication may not give you the relief you need. Prescription anti-inflammatories can take a long time to work. Opiate medication can lead to addiction. Fortunately, you now have another choice-medical marijuana. Your doctor can tell you more.

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Posted: Mar 24, 2023

Understanding Addiction Disorders

An addiction disorder is a chronic and complex brain disease characterized by compulsive drug seeking and use, despite the harmful consequences. It's often associated with physical dependence and drug tolerance, as behavioral and psychological changes.

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Posted: Jan 23, 2023

Understanding Psychiatric Rehabilitation

The Mental Healthcare Organization defines psychiatric rehabilitation as the process of rehabilitating an individual in society by providing them with the tools to regulate and work on activities of daily living after experiencing mental illness.

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Posted: Jan 11, 2023

Seeking Mental Health Care: FAQs

Mental illness affects people all over the country, no matter their age. It's incredibly important that everyone understands the importance of mental health care and what that may look like.