Mental Health
Information and insights to help you better understand and treat a wide array mental or behavioral health conditions
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New study: A baby on board brings significant brain changes for mom.
A recent study sheds new light on the link between brain changes during pregnancy and postpartum depression.
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Choosing a therapist: identifying your mental health goals and what to keep in mind
Think you might need some professional support for your emotional well-being? A Swedish expert has tips to help you make the right connection. Learn more.
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Some #parentingtips to help your kids navigate social media safely
A Providence Swedish pediatrics expert offers guidance that can help you make sure that your kids like and share with care. Listen to our podcast.
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His care team's full court press kept this NBA vet alive
A torn aorta nearly killed former Seattle SuperSonic James Donaldson. Providence Swedish caregivers kept him in a winning mindset during his recovery journey. Watch the video.
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Struggling with the holidays? Give yourself the gift of compassion.
The holiday season can trigger difficult emotions. A Providence Swedish behavioral health expert has tips to help you enjoy this festive time of year.
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Healing through harmony
Music therapy at the Providence Swedish Cancer Institute offers patients with cancer a soothing respite. Watch the short video to learn more.
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Swedish expert Q&A: Tips for navigating your post-election holiday gatherings
The holidays can be sweet — and stressful. Especially in an election year. Learn how to navigate the many POVs you may run into at your parties this year.
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Providence Swedish mental health programs offer intensive, flexible care
Our partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient treatment programs provide support for patients with acute psychiatric care needs. Watch the short video to learn more.
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The Somali Health Board is working to end the stigma of mental health challenges
Providence Swedish is a proud partner and supporter of this work in the immigrant community.
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Tip the stress scale in your favor
A Swedish mental health expert shares an exercise that can give you a short, stress-lowering break.
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At Swedish Ballard, care and support for adults with acute psychiatric needs
Watch video: our Partial Hospitalization Program offers patients an empowering, multidisciplinary day-treatment program to help them reach their treatment goals.
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How to brave the winter — and seasonal affective disorder
Seasonal affective disorder may leave you feeling down all winter long. But with advice from a Swedish expert, you can get your energy back.
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Try Dry January for a physical and mental health reset
Advice from a Swedish expert that can help you change your relationship with alcohol.
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Empathy, love and compassion are essential for patients with chronic pain and those who care for them
Providence Swedish experts share some advice for building supportive relationships between patients, caregivers and loved ones.
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Watch video: Start the new year with more self-love
Make the year ahead one of compassion and care for yourself by practicing this simple meditation exercise.
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Haga que la alegría sea una prioridad y alivie el estrés navideño
La temporada navideña puede sentirse como un torbellino de actividades y eventos. Aprenda a priorizar la alegría, a reducir el estrés y a disfrutar al máximo esta época.
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Watch video: Relieve anxiety with belly breathing
A Swedish behavioral health expert explains how it works and demonstrates the technique.
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Watch video: Move a muscle, change a thought
A Swedish expert explains how different physical activities can affect our emotions and moods.
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Watch video: Need a mindset reset? Connect with gratitude.
Taking a moment to express thanks for what's meaningful in your life can build connection and soothe an anxious mind.
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Watch video: Sing a little song to help quiet jangly nerves
A Swedish behavioral health expert shares a musical technique to help us reduce stress and anxiety.
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